Traipsing around the town…Why visit Atenas?…
This morning when I perused through our photos to see what to post, I stumbled across this funny photo showing my hands...
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A collection of our daily travel stories, food discoveries, wildlife encounters, and life on the road.
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Celebrations in Costa Rica…Cultures National Day…
This reminded me of the "Tilt-A-Whirl" at Disneyland (in my youth). Tom remembered it as a "Sit and Spin." "Sightings from the...
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How much have we spent on groceries in Costa Rica thus far, as compared to other countries?
Rest Ding Wong restaurant next to a souvenir shop and next, a salon in Atenas. "Sightings from the Veranda in Costa Rica" A...
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Forgetfulness and aging…A story from long ago changing our lives…
Photo of the railroad guys at the train station. Year unknown. "Sightings from the Veranda in Costa Rica" This is a Clay...
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A stunning experience in the yard….Check out these photos!…
This was the first sighting we've had of a Toucan in the yard. Once the downed tree was removed, it opened up...
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Considerable planning for the upcoming year…Health issue improving…
We had mozzarella balls stuffed meatballs with a sugar-free Italian seasoned tomato sauce with mushrooms for three nights, topped with grated mozzarella...
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What type of security have we experienced at hotels as we’ve traveled the world?…A little bird’s story…
This is the lounge on the veranda where the hummingbird landed after flying into the glass wall behind it. See the story...
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Sorrowful day in Las Vegas Nevada…Our home state of residency…
These appear similar to Begonias in the US which thrive in shady areas. "Sightings from the Veranda in Costa Rica" Colorful sky...
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A new month brings a new perspective…Hello October!…
Cactus plants are scattered throughout Costa Rica, growing prolifically in the tropical climate. "Sightings from the Veranda in Costa Rica" Low-lying morning clouds...
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Top 30 places to travel, according to whom?… Where do we recommend when asked?…
Tom's burger and fries at Donde Bocha Antogeria in Atenas. I ate the little side cup of guacamole. "Sightings from the Veranda...
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