Father's Day

Today is Father's Day in the states.  My father is no longer alive and he was not a good father.....but for some reason fathers were on my mind. Fortunately I had my camera with me and devoted this walk to taking photos of the fisherman's boats in honor of Father's Day.  A man who loves his family is a wonderful thing.  A man who is faithful and devoted to his children prepare them to grow up with confidence and trust.  It is a selfless gift not all men have the ability to give.  To all the great men I have known - and you know who you are - may you have a special day of awareness for the good you have done.  Happy Father's Day.

Pura Vida

Here's to Girl Power

Since May 1st with birthdays, etc, etc, I have attended more girl socials and activities than ever before in my life - seriously.  I am not complaining just exclaiming this amazing chapter in my life.

I might have said this in a recent blog but my life growing up was all about boys and men.  I lived on air force bases most of my childhood and seldom had close girl friends.  I had no sisters, just 2 brothers.  I was married at the age of 22 and had 3 sons.  My family was involved with sports and boy scouts.  My house was always full of friends of my sons.  Every employer I worked for was male - except one attorney for a very short period of time.  I have lived my life in a man's world.

I have only two girlfriends whom I have known for a long time but unfortunately we do not keep in touch.

Living in Esterillos has given me the time and the opportunity to get to know a number of women on a variety of levels.

Last Tuesday - before I went to Sarapique - my friend Anne had a small social at her house.  Here are the photos of this gathering.  While we were there enjoying champagne and chocolate covered strawberries, Shiela had us working on a project to help raise money for Margoth.

A gathering of women can be a powerful force.

Thank you Anne for a special morning :)

Pura Vida

That's Why They Call it Fishing

A few days ago Dan sent me an e-mail asking if I would like to come along fishing with him, Minor and 2 tico boys that are the sons of his neighbors in Esterillos Centro. No way I would pass that one up!

Carlos is 12 and his younger brother is Ilian.  They are about the cutiest boys I have ever seen - at least for that day :)

Unfortunately no fish were caught - but with these 3 boys (Dan included) the laughter was non-stop.  One more awesome adventure on the high seas.

Thanx again mi amigo!!

Pura Vida