May 29, 2009 | Uncategorized
I see and hear of plenty of people leaving because of property not selling in the country of origin so they have to return. Crime has driven some people out, certainly. Then there's the normal quota of expats who can't take the culture shock – I have...
May 29, 2009 | Medical Care, Political Blah-Blah
I left out a really important point: that the people to whom we are turning over our will and our lives also run the post office, the DMV, the building department, the IRS, the public school system, the prison system and immigration.As if that weren't disturbing...
May 28, 2009 | Medical Care, Political Blah-Blah
As a free-thinking mom, I’m disturbed by the Daniel Hauser saga. The MN state government ordered him to undergo chemo against his and his parents’ wishes. Mom and son ran away, then surrendered to authorities, stating they now believe chemo is the best...
May 19, 2009 | Health & Wellness, Living-In
I saw two other doctors last week and the prognosis is excellent. I am always floored by the top-notch service, the professional manner, the time spent with me and the small money. Even though prices have gone up, it’s still so small… the healthcare alone...
May 8, 2009 | Festivals & Holidays
Every year, Her Majesty the Queen of England celebrates her birthday at Costa Rica's British Embassy right here in Escazú. Actually, She celebrates the big day everywhere in the world with a British Embassy. With 261 embassies, that's a lot of presents.And...
