It's hard to find a memory of the holidays like this!
I remember when we lived in LA in the 70's, Santa Claus was running around in shorts. Not right!
We were chasing another dream in an earlier time, becoming rich and famous as rock stars. That dream didn't pan out. I sure hope this one works better.
We did get to play music on the road for 3 years, a once in a life time opportunity. I would have hate to miss that.
On day two, back from the states, I am still in awe of this new life. The benefits of living here were obscured by calamity, turmoil, upset, topsy-turvy, disappointment, more disappointment, anger, rage and numerous other negative shit!
Hopefully having that behind us, our life is starting now. Many who came before us told us this is the way it goes. You have to pay some expensive dues, then you get paradise.
So, I am helping Yella put up the Christmas tree. Not something I did in the past but it seems right now.
Ok, she is doing most of the work. I help with the heavy stuff And, I am in charge of keeping the Christmas music playing. A burden for sure, but I'm not complaining.
We have Amy Grant's Christmas albums playing, a tradition for many, many years in the past. Very nostalgic.
Even in paradise.
2 comments:
Hey Tom. I love reading your blog. I can so relate to your passion for panama. Everytime I go to Costa Rica I don't want to leave. Green Christmas is hard to get used to. I've been in Florida now for five years now and it is strange sweating while decorating the tree. You need to tell me where you are so next time I am in Coata Rica I can drive up to see you and Yella. I wish I knew you were coming to Colorado I was just there before you. I miss you two very much.
Ben Smith
Hey Ben!!! I know we just missed you. Too bad, it would be fun to see you again.
As it turns out, we are only a hour across the southern Costa Rica border. It is still a long, torturous drive to get here. There is a direct flight from San Jose to David (only 45 minutes from us). That might be a better option.
One of the highlights of our trip was running into our mutual friend at Mountain Shadows. He was present and happy! What a joy! We were worried about him.
Good to here from you!
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