I have written before about my view that “American-style” consumerism is at the root of many problems the world faces. Often I have contrasted that with what prevails here in Costa Rica, which, comparatively speaking, is a low consumption society…although the influx of gringos the last few years threatens to change all that. Now granted, […]
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It may be true that North Americans have a tendency and reputation of looking down their collective noses toward those down south. But at least here in Costa Rica, there is a stubborn aversion to ever look up. Living in Costa Rica often gives me the perspective of an outsider looking in, not only to […]
This morning I read a tragic story about a young woman in her fifties who came here to start anew. Instead, she ended her life. I feel compelled to write something in response to this. I could write a cliché-filled diatribe about how “Costa Rica is not for everyone.” That you can’t escape yourself, nor […]
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