As I enter the winter of my life, I reflect. I find that age does not necessarily bring wisdom, for I have younger friends who are much wiser than I, but it does bring experience. When I was young, the highlight of my existence was chasing butterflies and catching tadpoles. I knew all of the […]
My Journal
Paradise Found:
They say good things come in small packages, and Costa Rica is living proof. This tiny Central American nation, roughly the size of West Virginia, holds a staggering secret: within its borders lies a wealth of life unlike anywhere else on Earth. Despite occupying a mere 0.03% of the world’s landmass, Costa Rica boasts an […]
The Second Anniversary
Two years ago this evening I began a new life in Costa Rica. Seven years ago, I was invited by my dear friend’s Tracy and Frank to visit Costa Rica with them on a birding trip. If you have read my occasional blog posts you know how deeply I fell in love with Costa Rica, […]