The Dancing Pelican, 1: Himalayan Peeks, 1 March 2024

March 27, 2024 - Often it happens that an achingly early flight does not align with hotel room access at one's destination. So it was wit...
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Two Coasts and No Army, 12: Language Lesson, 5 December 2023

March 20, 2024 - Pura Vida is a uniquely Costa Rican expression. Literally, it means “pure life”, an unhurried acknowledgement of the ple...
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Two Coasts and No Army, 11: Altitude Adjustment, 4 December 2023

March 13, 2024 - HL, Ava and I agreed on our desire for a relaxing day, without tours or formal activities. It was noon before we ambled...
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Two Coasts and No Army, 10: Manuel Antonio Park, 3 December 2023

March 07, 2024 - Parque Nacional Manuel Antonio is the most popular of Costa Rica's national parks. Months in advance, HL had booked a gu...
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