March 29, 2012

March 29, 2012

Today we were invited to breakfast by some people that David had originally met on the beach. They are a couple from Switzerland that has lived here in Costa Rica for a year and a half. David had met Claudio on the beach and then Elke and their daughter Mia later when they offered him a ride home from one of his many walks. At that time they said we should come over some time so they could practice their English.

Elke has her own catering business that she is trying to grow, so I thought that eating at their house would be a good idea. Not only does she cook meals, but she bakes breads and makes her own jams, chutneys, sauces and other delicious things.

Since they live in Panica and it is about 3km away, Claudio offered to pick us up. We had a very enjoyable time, eating and telling stories. Sometimes we would say something and then Elke would have to say it in German so that Claudio could understand. Other times I would use some Spanish to explain what was being said….I felt very international.

The highlight of the morning is when Mia found a baby gecko on one of her toys and then both men and Mia get out their cameras and start taking pictures of it sitting on a coffee cup. This went on for awhile until Mia knocked it into the coffee. It was then set free on a bush but I laughed to think of a caffeine crazed baby gecko running madly back and forth on the branches. Later I told David, isn’t it wonderful being in such a laid back place that the highlight of the day is an inch long lizard;-))

David has offered to help Elke with a brochure for her business, so we are planning on seeing them next week. On the way back to the house Claudio asked David if he were a priest or pastor. He said no, we are Christians.