Cyanerpes cyaneus, Morazán, Pérez Zeledón, Manuel Retana
Welcome to several new Members ... visitors and those making their homes here. Living in a country where peace is valued so highly is a Pura Vida Blessing without doubt.
Thanks to all who have updated their ads and it is much appreciated that all who have them do so.
Infinite thanks to Amy Schrift for her extremely important work on vastly limiting agrochemicals in our communities. Please check out her post & petition here. We need your support!
Check out Marguerite's Astrology page written for us here.
For those from US traveling with pets ... very important to check out this website here.
In our local PZ feria ... this weekend there will be a Feria for Construction, Saturday thru Monday.
We've talked about this Perico Caterpillar before ... here's a good article of the fuzzy terror ... to be avoided at all costs. Click here.
Experienced gardener and builder seeking work trade
Hello Fellow Land Stewards, I'm traveling to Costa Rica starting in December and I'd love to come work at your Costa Rican location. I am experienced with gardening, construction and landscaping and for the last 8 years, I've been managing an edible landscaping company called HomeHarvest - Edible Landscapes and Construction. www.homeharvest.biz I've volunteered on over 35 farms around the world including the tropics, have a degree in sustainable agriculture, am permaculture design certified, and I'd love to come volunteer at your operation and help however needed during December and January. Are you interested in utilizing me on your land? I hope you're doing well and look forward to hearing from you. Best, Ben Ben Barkan - Owner of HomeHarvest 339 927 6764 www.HomeHarvest.biz Ben@homeharvest.biz
Looking for Cabin or small house / Rent Living since 10 years in the Central Valley ready for a change - Looking for Cabin or small house long term for single female, preferable not to far from beaches and maybe with owner living 'on site' eventually caretaking position 60119882 or 22692260 asking for Ingrid ingrid_k20@hotmail.com
Rentals in the Chimirol/Canaan area. I know of at least 12 rentals in this area as I have been looking for myself. most are $100 a month, unfurnished, one is $250 a month, furnished. Some require 4x4 to access. Wendy Crews 8915 2461 or wendycrews@gmail.com
For those who want to celebrate Thanksgiving with good company and not have to cook ... Joanie has planned a lovely afternoon Thanksgiving at Mangostans ... please see Events page here for details ... please make reservations thru Joanie.
For a self sufficient, off grid beautiful organic farm ... click here for more information.
We will have large (3 kilos mas o menos) farm fresh chickens at Colibri's Corner this week and thruout the holiday season ... not a bad idea to send a pre-order to chickens@puravidaconnections.com
In general, pre-orders are very useful and appreciated as the season gets busier. Also, we receive and recycle all glass bottles & jars (clean or not) and egg cartons with lids.
We now offer all organic eggs weekly! Also, all organic, gluten free Yuca Flour.
Here are a few of the new & available items on our Great Stuff to Buy & Sell page:
HP computer
Electric Dryer .. works well ... 3 & 4 prongs
Uniden 2-way radio GRM2238-2CK set
Panasonic SC-PT570 DVD stereo and surround sound system 5 speakers and sub-woofer - $50
Oppo OPDV971H DVD player - $35
Go Pro 3 - $150
Wine Enthusiast 21-Bottle Silent Dual Zone Touchscreen Wine Cooler
32 cup coffee maker $25
Popcorn butter/Nacho cheese/Hot Fudge Warmer/Dispenser $250
Guillotine style Paper Cutter $60
Surf Board 6'2" Merrick $125 with soft case
Barely used portable crib .. Playard ... really nice
32 cup coffee maker $25
Guillotine style Paper Cutter $60
Surf Board 6'2" Merrick $125 with soft case
Gas Water Heater ... save electricity!
Nespresso Milk Foaming Machine
Very happy to have amazing, organic turmeric available in many forms ... now also in easy to take capsules! We also have the root and powdered forms.
We are now offering beautiful BeesWax Candles ... a more ecological alternative ... locally made.
Turkey Tail Extract can be magical ... please click here to read of all the benefits. We are so fortunate to have a good supply at this time.
Stop by to sample our Vegan Flaxers, truly delicious and satisfying ... as well as spicy hummus & Gluten Free Goodies. Come enjoy a Sampler with our amazing Ginger Kombucha.
Kapi Blu has become a favorite hangout for coffees, meals and music. Now open on Sundays, too, come enjoy their drinks & food.
Remember to visit Urban Farm restaurant in town for their delicious breakfast & lunch menus. They are also adding new dishes and have a beautiful consciousness with their food.
So happy to now have powerful Turkey Tail Mushroom Extract! To get acquainted with the multitude of benefits, please take look at these links:
Since we have been running out of our delicious fresh trout ... made a bigger order this week. We also have the smoked trout ... tastes like lox!
Happy to have this week beef jerky, Blackberry Cobbler, Nag Champa Incense, various fluoride free toothpastes ... great repellent ... Sacha Inchi Seeds ... organic tobacco ... Raw Goat Cheese with herbs, blackberry cobbler. Also red & red/white quinoa ... delicious protein substitute for rice.
Blackberry Vinaigrette ... super on salads & more!
Organic Macadamia Flour
Organic Lemon & Peppermint Extracts
Organic Yuca Flour
Tea Tree Oils
Organic Turmeric Extract
Organic Shea Butter
Patchouli Oil
Clove Oil
Sauerkraut is one of the best foods for your tummy ... we are so fortunate to have Rosita's Organic Kraut ... so delicious & great for your digestion and general health.
The shitake mushrooms are extraordinary and quite magical .. click here to read about their many benefits.
Grass feed, beef bones, 5 dollars a pound. I can deliver to Tinmastes or PZ Thursday market. lindapanek@gmail.com
Moringa: One Of The World’s Most Abundant Sources of Vitamins And Minerals We are fortunate to have local, organic Moringa here in our area now ... I've been learning more about it's benefits and the amazing energy the seeds and leaves give ... and the healing qualities of the Oil. Trees also available ... all @ Colibri's Corner
Come enjoy a sticky yummy Cinnamon Roll made with real butter!
We have mangosteen "matas" or baby trees at Colibri's Corner. If you want larger quantities .. let me know.trees@puravidaconnections.com
At Colibri's Corner this week:
Turkey Tail Mushroom Extract
Turmeric Extract & Roots & Capsules
Organic Coconut Flour
Organic Coconut Aminos ...Traditional
Mango or Papaya Salsas, spicy & delicious by Rosita
Fresh Trout / Smoked Trout
Sacha Inchi Nuts
Palo Santo
Hombre Grande
All natural organic tobacco
Mariola Honey ... excellent for eye & ear infections
Hot & Sweet Mustard
Organic Vanilla Beans
All Organic Corn Chips ... yellow
Raw Honey
Fresh Salsa
Local Organic Beans & Rice (Integral & White)
Organic Teas
Stevia in Powder & Liquid
Organic Dried Pineapple / Mangos / Bananas
Coconut Secret Amino Acids This sap is very low glycemic, an abundant source of 17 amino acids, minerals, vitamins, and has a nearly neutral pH.
Organic Sauerkraut
Vegan Pesto & Vegan Raw Cookies
Sourdough Bread
Becca's Amazing Hot Hot Sauces
We also have now:
Manuka honey
Organic Alfalfa Seeds
Crunchy Spirulina
Salt shaker grinders
Peppermint Oil
Lavender Oil
Clove Oil
Ylang Ylang Oil
Frankincense
Organic sauerkraut
Goat cheeses
Swiss Cheese
Mozzarelli Cheese
Fresh & Smoked Trout
Nutritional Yeast
Diatomaceous Earth
Epsom Salts
Moringa Seeds & Leaves
Organic Black Strap Molasses
International Phone Cards
Cactus Juice & other Natural Bug Repellents
Sticky, Yummy Dates
Costa Rican Macadamias
Integral Oats
For anyone with pain from spots injuries, muscle spasms, fibromyalgia, arthritis, sciatic, please check this link. We are very fortunate to have this high quality Magnesium Oil now available. Also works great as an all natural deodorant!
International Phone Cards available for major savings. phonecard@puravidaconnections.com
We appreciate pre-orders & can ship throughout Costa Rica.
Pura Vida Blessings to all