Saturday, March 15, 2003

Nosara, Costa Rica -- morning

The Ides of March. Well, I just bought my ticket to return to San Jose today. It was a close decision, but I think it was a good one. With the deep cut on my left big toe, and the two bruises on my abdomen, I could use a few days without walking on sand and in the heat of the sun.

Also, I realized I have to consider the bus fare to Desamparados as part of my financial analysis since all banks are now closed until Monday (today is Saturday). Plus, in general, I don't enjoy being in such a tight, stressful monetary situation.

And finally Nosara just doesn't hold my attention. Tonight there will be a live concert at the only discoteque, so everyone will be there. Of course I won't be there, which is perfectly fine. My chances of getting into a conversation in that kind of atmosphere are slim. I know this from plenty of experience in discoteques in the States and here in Costa Rica.

Also, I just visited the local shop for tourist information. They confirmed that the closest beach is Playa Pelada. I don't look forward to that long trek again. Also, Pelada is the nicest beach, and there will be many more people there today, since it is Saturday. But the beach is not that big. I don't look forward to being in the ocean surrounded by a bunch of other people; even yesterday there was a big group of Spring Breakers. So just imagine today. I just don't have any desire to re-enact the Jersey shore. I'll experience plenty of that this summer in the States. And to top it all off, I know I will be back to the beaches soon with Paul, so its no big deal to leave here.

I guess it would also be good to see family again before setting off so soon with Paul. So that's settled! When I write again, I should be in San Jose.

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