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February 16, 2005

Dia Dos - Zarcero a La Fortuna

This morning I awoke to the sounds of children walking to school, some with their parents in tow.

I took a stroll around Zarcero to see the fincas (farms), the mercados (markets), and the views. I bought some bananas at one of the mercados - not fresh, but dried in a wood-fired oven. Muy delicioso!

The adults were quite pleasant, though I was not very effective in responding to them. I am working on being more patient in my interactions in Spanish - it will be work.

After my walk, I checked out and went to the town bus stop. The bus was packed full (to the doors), and as I began to board Luis from the pizza place grabbed me. He paid for my fare and had the driver put my bag in the compartment. I was quite impressed by his generosity. Though he does not speak English, he helped me substantially and worked on my Spanish with me.

He got off the bus in San Carlos and I gave him my Michael Franti mix that I brought for the trip. It was mostly for his help and partially to introduce him to some quality music from the U.S.

On the way to La Fortuna (where I am presently), I met three Europeans. One is from Holland, one form Germany, and one from Switzerland. We grabbed a hostel together and had some lunch in La Fortuna. It is quite rainy here, and we are waiting for the weather to clear for a visit to Volcan Arenal, which is currently active. There are also hot springs and waterfalls in the area. My plan is to be here for a couple of days before taking a Jeep through the hills to San Luis, where I will attend the timber framing workshop.

Hasta luego... and muchas gracias for your comments!

Posted by Vaughan on February 16, 2005 06:37 PM
Category: Week One

Comments

Wow Vaughan! I cant believe you ran into Shane! I knew that Shane was going to Costa Rica and the you were also making the trip...but I never put two and two together. What a crazy small world!
Hope things continue to go well.
Cant wait to read more!

Posted by: erica skoglund on February 17, 2005 11:49 AM

When I lived in Mexico, that was one of my favorite things... listening to the children go to school

Posted by: Cristina on February 18, 2005 06:45 PM

When I lived in Mexico, that was one of my favorite things... listening to the children go to school

Posted by: Cristina on February 18, 2005 06:45 PM

Mis hijos van a costar rica este semana. Estan in San Isidro de General ahora y va a Foundacion Durika manana para aprender y trabajar con ventanas (actually I am not sure of the last term - wind generators) Lo siento. Mi Espanol es muy pobre. Since their email is sparce your blog is helpful.

Posted by: Ellen (Elena) on February 19, 2005 07:30 AM

SO FUN!! I'm so glad that you're traveling! Can you email me and let me know how to put a link on a boots-n-all site??!! Thanks!
En Paz, Lisa

Posted by: Lisa Bullis on February 20, 2005 09:15 PM

Hey Vaughn.......your fly is down......hahahahahahahahahahah........a great introduction to a new culture......good luck and stay healthy....

Posted by: jay frechette on February 21, 2005 06:38 PM

Hey Vaughn.......your fly is down......hahahahahahahahahahah........a great introduction to a new culture......good luck and stay healthy....

Posted by: jay frechette on February 21, 2005 06:38 PM

Hey Vaughn.......your fly is down......hahahahahahahahahahah........a great introduction to a new culture......good luck and stay healthy....

Posted by: jay frechette on February 21, 2005 06:38 PM

Hey Vaughn.......your fly is down......hahahahahahahahahahah........a great introduction to a new culture......good luck and stay healthy....

Posted by: jay frechette on February 21, 2005 06:38 PM

Vaughan,

We have so enjoyed the stories of your adventures ..... all of us here at Scott and Alex's ... and look forward to hearing about more of your doings. Molly would like to tell you that "I love you and I even want you to come here for Easter. I want you to come to Tortola." She wants me to tell you which plane to come on :)

Love,
Molly and Mom

P.S. xatcxfds from Molly

Posted by: Jane Woodruff on February 24, 2005 03:10 PM

Vaughan,

Love,
Molly and Mom

P.S. xatcxfds from Molly

Posted by: Jane Woodruff on February 24, 2005 03:10 PM

Hi Vaughn, how are you. I heard about this site from Dana and prasad.
It is very nice to read the stories of your adventures........I Wish you all the best in your adventures. I Pray god to shower his blessing on you in providing good health. Keep your spirits high and keep moving ahead. You have great future ahead.

Wishing you all the best.

Regards,
Chandra.

Posted by: Chandra on February 25, 2005 11:09 PM

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