BackpackerMom

What do you do on a lonely evening in Costa Rica? Go to the fair!!! But with lots and lots of caution.

Chances are there will be a local fair in some little town along the way to your destination. Unless, of course, you are traveling during holiday season or on some obscure catholic saint day, you will find one in every town. And even though you might think there’s tons of stuff to do while traveling, don’t overlook this little treasure trove of local blending.
But like I said, be very wary of the rides and the food.

This is the typical ride, it will have at least one major component missing. Since I have a toddler, it’s difficult to avoid a ride, so getting him on a baby ride isn’t as dangerous as an adult ride.

The average rollercoaster, freefalling amusement ride is well over 15 years donated to these countries from the US fairgrounds of lost and forgotten rides. The owners, being businessmen, reap in big tax benefits by their generosity failing to mention the real state of the ride.

However, the excitement in the air, extra loud music, and bright lights will keep any aged kid stimulated!

Note: I wouldn’t recommend the food for kids. Normally the people serving it serve the food with the same hands they take the money, clean their noses, wipe their sweaty brows and clean the counters.

1. Every Tuesday and Thursday my husband goes to Kung Fu class and comes home after 10 P.M.– I cherish these nights because I get to go to sleep the same time as my son.
2. Living in Costa Rica allows me the luxury of hiring help for the house. I have a nanny and a cleaning lady.
3. I desperately want a second kid–but we’re broke–BECAUSE I HAVE A NANNY AND A CLEANING LADY!
4. I hate to cook, yet I do it. But the thing I hate most is washing the dishes afterwards, so I always make sure to do my marathon cooking the night before my cleaning lady comes over.
5. I hate plantains and red meat, thankfully my nanny doesn’t!
6. I need to eat out at a restaurant at least once a week.
7. I look forward to Saturday nights which is Pizza night, becuase it’s the one night I’m sure my son will eat enough for the week.
8. I teach Pilates and am a personal trainer for a little extra money, yet there are weeks that I will go without exercising.
9. I never won anything in my life!
10. My car is a 1992 Hyndia–should I say more?

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