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Best Souvenirs in Tamarindo, Costa Rica
Whenever you visit a new or exotic place for the first time, bringing something special back for close friends and family to share in your adventure is not only thoughtful, but also super fun. I like to play this game where I listen to my family members and come up with things they may need even though they didn’t ask for it or didn’t say it. Then I keep a running list of gift ideas for them, and check it off each holiday. For example, my dad looooooves Central American coffee, so bringing him fresh local beans from Costa Rica is a real treat. Plus, people will be more willing…
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Holiday Gift Guide
The holiday season is upon us! Holidays are my favorite time of year. It’s so much fun to find the perfect gift for everyone. I made this holiday gift guide so you can too! What makes the perfect gift? Good listening. People usually tell you what they want, although they may do it indirectly. All year I keep a special note on my phone or planner. It lists the little wishes each person in my family has when we meet up for one occasion or another. It’s totally worth minding these details to see the surprised happy expression when they open a gift they wanted, but didn’t remember asking for.…
