[tonycarz]

Female equality is lagging? Yes, you are correct. The Costa Rican roads are also lagging. I don’t like it as a Gringo that I get charged more then a Tico. Is it not possible that the Costa Rican’s well known politeness, helpful demeanor and the importance of family could possibly be traced back (partially) to “old school” traditional values? Is it not possible that their poor roads are reflected in the low taxes? I do not see the benefit of Gringo’s getting charged more for goods……but in the end, we all have a choice. We can CHOOSE to live in their country by their rules, social norms, bad roads etc. or we can CHOOSE to live in the States, push our children to be competitive in the market place, try to keep them from harms way, try to explain why we don’t want them on the computer 24/7, in front of the TV 24/7, why we feel we must be superior in every way to other Countries, etc. There is far more to debate, but again, in the end we have a choice. My only issue here is PLEASE don’t go to another Country and expect them to accommodate your thoughts and ideals. In Costa Rica, relax, enjoy the scenery, and if you are fortunate enough to live there, enjoy it, as there are those of us who would very much like to be there, but don’t have the resources to pull up stakes at home and move.
This is NOT meant to be an assault of anyone here, just one persons humble opinion.

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