Costa Rica lost a national treasure this week ... one day short of his 69th birthday. Don Alvaro Ugalde Víquez will be mightily missed. Please click here to read more about this man, lovingly known as the "Father of the National Parks of Costa Rica."

Looks like we have more wetness ahead ... definitely the time to be dancing in the rain.

Please be sure to check our Events page ... we have so much talent & energy & variety here for just about anyone to entertain & amuse & educate themselves.

We have lots of delicious chocolates this week at the San Isidro Feria ... as well as Organic Handmade Corn Tortillas, a variety of delicious breads, and our Smoked Trucha (trout) ... growing in popularity every week! Also fresh organic salads and Blackberry Vinaigrette, vegan treats from Awakening Soul, and Costa Rican Swiss Cheese.

If you are ever bothered by bug bites here ... definitely try Nature's Veil ... it works wonders with no chemicals ... an amazing all natural Costa Rican product.

Also have Moringa and Mangosteen trees ... plus Neem and Moringa Oils.

I know several of you stopped and met Michelle ... up near the front of the feria ... I have to admit her fresh juice concoctions were among the best and healthiest I have ever tasted. Please treat yourself & stop by and see her this week.

Thanks to all for the pre-orders ... they are much appreciated and make it easier for all of us. And remember we recycle all glass jars and bottles and egg cartons with tops!

Remember too that we have International Calling Cards ... way cheaper than ICE long distance.

Great 'stuff' for sale ... and those looking for specific items, please click here.

If you are looking for rentals ... please click here.

For house shares, house sitters, roommates, and the like, please click here.

To check out many new listings and amazing properties for sale, please click here.

Vehicles of all kinds, please click here.

Products available at Colibri's Corner and via shipping, please click here.

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