A day in the life....

So what is our usual day here like..?? I keep getting that question from everyone. I think you all picture us beachside sipping cold beers, or learning to surf. While Harper takes naps in the sun. Ahhh, almost.

A few signs to point you in the right direction....

Tamarindo Beach

My new favorite drink: Michelata. Fresh Lime juice and light beer. Over Ice. salted rim. 

The road near our house.

We are in a very small and funky little town. Dirt roads and all.There is a "main" street that is full of mostly bars and beachside restaurants, along with nicknack shops.And of course, a gazillion surf schools/shops. Lots of great dining. But only 2 small grocery stores. With limited stuff. The big "auto mercado" is a 15 min cab ride and has EVERYTHING! But a bit more expensive. It has forced us to be very picky about what we buy and to use everything in the fridge. We are cooking at home almost every night, light and fresh food! Very little processed food. Feeling very healthy.There is a small park in the center of town, so we can take Harper to swing, she loves it. I may even get involved in a "park clean up" program to revive it! The one thing I find odd about Tamarindo, is unlike other Central and Latin American countries, there is no town square or old church...because it has been a "surf side" town since the 1970's, the history is just that. Not your usual historic side. But It still has charm. The house we are staying at is pretty close to town and the beach. But still recquires a 15 minute walk down( the way back is no bueno..UP hill) Along the way there is a structure that holds the local Gym, and the Nanny garden, which has become a regular stop for us. Harper is officially going there 4 days a week for 2 to 4 hours a day! It is run by a sweet french woman and her mother. It looks like a United colors of Benetton ad. Every nationality you can imagine. Kids from all over and lots of different languages being spoken( primarily spanish) Harper is the youngest. The first day was REALLY hard for me, Nick was excited for her, I wept like a baby. But having our first breakfast alone and an hour on the beach to actually nap, was really needed! And she LOVES it there. I don't cry quite as much now. But the eyes still get teary. We now have some time each day to figure out our routine. We are looking at apartments and meeting people about possible work.Nick went to Nicaragua this month to start working with the Beyond Study Abroad Program and I am looking into some photography work. Most importantly, we are having some Nick and Colette time! It is well deserved.