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Peace in the Clouds and on our Beaches in our Blessed, Southern Zone of Costa Rica


Drops of God by Mama Sheri Sunshine

Welcome to our many new readers this week .. so happy to have you a part of our wonderful community.

Our hearts are heavy with the news of a tragic traffic accident near San Jose which took the life of John Rockwell of Lagunas, and severely injured his beautiful wife, Laurel. We join the family and friends sending love & prayers for Laurel's full recovery, and for the birth of their grandchild at any moment.

From Eric Rivkin .. Great news! ONE MORE CANTON in COSTA RICA BANS ALL AGROCHEMICALS IN PUBLIC AREAS.... inspired by our actions in Perez Zeledon! Good work everyone! link/article in Spanish: By a unanimous agreement in the ordinary session of last Monday, May 22, the Municipal Council of Montes de Oca agreed on "Non-use in Public Areas of all types of agrochemicals (herbicides, pesticides and other pesticides) for the benefit of the canton and Citizens

Costa Rica nearing record rainfall for May ... just in case you didn't notice!

Please join Chocolatier Tao Watts of Samaritan Xocolata as she teaches the essence of chocolate making. In this hands on workshop Tao will guide you through the basics of making truffles and art of ganache. Toa will cover rolled, molded and dipped truffles as well as vegan truffles. Included in the price is the cost of the lmaterials and lunch provided by Gypsy Trader. Cost is $55 per person. Please RSVP to Carley Montgomery at 8385-5469 orcarley@newutopia.net. June 4 at 11:00am Samaritan Xocolata Factory in Canaan

FOR QUICK SALE! 4 Runner (photo on vehicles page)

Just $3,000.

San Gerardo de Rivas Cottage with a large covered porch for bird watching:

$400 per month. Available July 1, 2017, a cute wooden cottage, furnished, with 2 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms. On the bus line, but set back about one block, so not on the main road. Has on demand hot water tank for bathrooms and kitchen, also you can flush your paper in the toilet. Located in the Secret Gardens of beautiful San Gerardo de Rivas at the base of Chirripo mountain about 11 KM up from Rivas at around 1,300 meters altitude (4,000 feet). You can read about San Gerardo de Rivas and see pictures of the gardens at www.sangerardocostarica.com - click activities and then gardens. Contact Bernan 2742-5086 (home) 8451 3001 (Cell) Spanish only.



Wonderful new home for sale .. close to town ... click here. MOTIVATED SELLERS JUST REDUCED PRICE.

Newly in: organic Medjool dates, organic maple syrup, nutritional yeast, organic tobacco, organic neem powder, and good supplies of fluoride free toothpastes! Also now carrying delicious Asian salads ... a very satisfying meal.

I'm looking for a piece of land with 200-300 hectares of mostly primary forest, titled if possible, and above 1300 meters. If you know of any details let me know. Thanks have a wonderful day! Kobe Ticon Storay ticon.storay@gmail.com

SAN ISIDRO....PEDRiEGOSITO....PRE-RENTAL ANNOUNCEMENT

A small private cottage with kitchenette and deck will be available for rent on the farm of Noe Andershadt around June 15th. The monthly rent will be in the $260 per month range and includes a reliable internet connection, water, and electric. The cottage is a ten minute drive from downtown San Isidro, next to Finca Amrita and Finca Alba Nueva in Pedregosito. The cottage is a five minute walk from hourly busses to town. If anyone has an interest in an advance look at the cottage which is still being remodeled contact Bill Van Horn via email at Vanhornwm@aol.com

Wanted: children's mountain bike. Please message Nonie 83420250

Hola housesitters! housesitters wanted for our lovely,artistic house and wonderful parque,near Agua Buena.14 years of lovely creation it took! We will provide private Internet, water&electricity. Looking for reliable homestaybody,(no pets) from end of June til 2nd Sept.Must water little greenhouse and keep house clean.Reference preferred. There are regular bus connections to A.B.P!ease contact for more info: Michael Mittbach 2734-0809 birnathom69@hotmail.com Gracias

Becca’s Mango Chutney…

Sweet Organic Mangoes and Manzanas Nacionales (Costa Rican Apples) make up the base of this delicious and complex condiment. The addition of Organic Indian Curry Powder, sweet onions, chile dulce, ginger, raisins, apple cider vinegar, organic cane sugar, nutmeg, and cinnamon makes for a chutney you can eat straight from the jar. It’s a perfect condiment for any Indian dishes (vegetarian or meat curries especially), a glaze for meat, tofu, or vegetables, and according to one of my customers, it also makes a great vanilla ice cream topping! Definitely something to try if you’d like to brighten up your meal! 100% AWESOME y siempre hecho con amor!

NEW LISTING: 50 hectare farm ... much privacy & views .. just $7,200/hectare. See Lot & Lands page for photos.7200@puravidaconnections.com

"Stuff for Sale" ... more on Stuff page

  • Guitars

  • Electric Drill

  • Toshiba Laptop

  • Trek mountain bike

  • Insignia brand universal laptop power cord and tips. Brand new. Works for a variety of laptops (various tips). $45

  • Kala brand - high quality, unique 6 string ukelele. "Kala 6 tenor, gloss mahogany ". Soft case and capo included! Retail (ukelele) $325, asking $145

Happy to again have an amazing Arnica salve ... perfect to stop bumps & bruising & swelling ... as well as an all natural Tea Tree Shampoo.

If you haven't tried the best all natural detergent available .. please do. BioSoap is very concentrated and very effective for clothes, floors, walls, whatever! With tropical scent, lemon or no scent. We also carry Bio-Disinfectante ... lemon or natural smell ... excellent product.

Just in: Natural Loofahs with seeds ... can enjoy and then plant your own.

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.

Happy to offer now organic Coconut Aminos, large & small, and Teriyaki or Garlic. Healthy & delicious! Also organic Coconut Nectar & Coconut Flour.

Excited to offer Organic Medjool Dates ... limited offering and beyond delicious.

Just in: Organic Black Kalamata Olives!

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 and come enjoy a Sampler with our amazing Ginger Kombucha.

Visit KapiBlu and enjoy cold & hot drinks that are amazing ... great meals & comfy atmosphere too. I just tried their Iced Chai & it was fabulous.

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.

Happy to have this week: Nutritional Yeast, Grapeseed Extract, Fluoride Free Toothpastes, Blackberry Cobbler, Nag Champa Incense, dental floss ... great repellents ... Sacha Inchi Seeds ... . Also red & red/white quinoa ... delicious protein substitute for rice.

  • Blackberry Vinaigrette ... super on salads & more!

  • Asian take away salads

  • Organic Medjool dates

  • Organic Eggs

  • Nutritional Yeast

  • Delicious Dates!

  • Organic Extra Virgen Olive Oil

  • Organic Kalamata Black Olives

  • Organic Lemon & Peppermint Extracts

  • Organic Yuca Flour & Banana Flour & Corn Flour

  • Tea Tree Oils

  • Organic Turmeric Extract

  • 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.

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" & anona 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 Aminos ...Traditional

  • Fresh Trout / Smoked Trout

  • Sacha Inchi Nuts

  • Palo Santo

  • Hombre Grande

  • Mariola Honey ... excellent for eye & ear infections

  • Hot & Sweet Mustard

  • Organic Vanilla Beans

  • All Organic Corn Chips ... yellow

  • Raw Honey

  • Organic Teas

  • Local Organic White Rice

  • Stevia in Powder & Liquid

  • Organic Dried 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

  • Becca's Amazing Hot Hot Sauces

We also have now:

  • Crunchy Spirulina

  • 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 Oatslink.

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

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