Forgive me for not posting last week. Maybe I was in a funk…yeah I probably was. But I couldn't think of anything worthwhile writing about. Then an offer to take part in a free online Tony Robbins seminar posted in my email. Being someone who constantly watches for signs from the universe, I took this as a sign. So for the last three days I have be spending from 1:00pm to 4:00pm watching Tony Robbins try to recharge my life! And I believe it worked!
I recommend a Tony Robbins offering into your life, whether it be a seminar, a video, or a book. If you are stagnating and want a shot of enthusiasm, he’s your man. Enough said.
I inserted the photo of the slough because I have set a goal to visit the slough habitat sometime this year. There, I've told everyone, now I have to do it!
One phenomenon that was brought to my attention this week was a weather condition referred to as the Papagayo Winds. They occur like clockwork in January and continue thru April. The cooler air from North America sweeps down over the Gulf of Mexico creating jet winds that then pass through the Cordillera Mountain pass just north of the Papagayo Gulf, thus they are called Papagayo Winds. The same phenomenon occurs through the Panama Canal. These jets are also known as Trade Winds which comes from early shipping days when these winds would help move the ships faster increasing the number of trips the ships could make.
These winds signal the beginning of “High” season here in Costa Rica. Fishing is more abundant, surfing is prime, and prices go up for everything! And more tourists come!
I was reading another article about the Exchange Rate causing the hospitality industry to signal an alarm and start advocating for an adjustment. However, the Costa Rican President has stated that the numbers for December were good. So he's not inclined to change anything.
I know it has made a difference for us as our buying power has decreased 35%. Everyone is complaining about costs increasing. We'll have to see how it shakes out.
This past week I played Doctor and took John's stitches out. Our attorney suggested we have a “forensic” exam the week before. At that appointment we intended to have the Doctor remove the stitches. But we got talking and forgot. So I did it!
The stitches across his forehead were no problem. The stitches under his eye were trickier. In the end, I was successful! The injury under his eye is causing him some discomfort. He may see a cosmetic surgeon to see what can be done. He still wants to see a hearing specialist to check his hearing, which has been bothersome since the accident.
Our attorney emailed us to say they submitted the claim, no amount was entered only notification that there maybe additional expenses. America Airlines acknowledged they received the claim and they would be in contact with us.
John and I have been doing water aerobics almost every day. We go separately because Skipper is not allowed in the pool. And it's too hot out there for her to be in the sun. It works out for us.
Skipper gets her work out when she goes with John to the Grocery store. When they get back Skipper is gassed!
We have several places we want to go, so we will probably rent a car to take care of those things. Being “high” season, we will probably only rent for a couple of days since our budget was blown on our trip up North and the accident. It's not quite “beans and rice” time, but we are watching our pennies.
I haven't really shared this with my readers, but we are doing this with just our Social Security income. There was no retirement fund or pension plan. Our savings were very minimal and selling everything helped us to make the move.
I tell you this, because I have learned that if you want something badly enough, you will find a way to make it happen. If you seek help and guidance from God or the Universe you will succeed! So if there is something you want to do or want to accomplish, you CAN when you look inside for that guidance.
A BIG thank you to Tony Robbins for helping me get back on track!