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I like a good explanation, science-based, fact-based, with proper research.
As for M? Well, I have always been fond of science fiction, although my taste runs more to Heinlein and Asimov. Larry Niven is excellent as well.
Oops. I stand corrected. Although it may be a legal responsibility, it is seldom done out here in the hinterlands. Probably more usual in the cities. I know our caretaker was surprised and delighted when I told him I would pay his CAJA as no one else has ever offered.
For temps, they pay CAJA but it is a good idea to get insurance that covers accidents on your property.
Want to get a great reputation? Offer to pay part of the CAJA. I have a caretaker who works half-time for us and we pay his CAJA but not SS. We also make sure that we pay his aquinaldo (Christmas bonus) and vacation and are generous about it. I do need to look into the SS issue.
You will get more replies on this thread and you should also do a search of past threads using ‘aquinaldo’, SS, wages and such. Lots of info here.
I hate $16 chickens, so we are raising our own. Farmer’s markets for fruits and veggies until I get my own started, a slow process since i have back trouble but coming along. I really want a couple of pigs and i have room for a vaca or two.
I love CR.
I have to agree with Loraine and Johnny. We moved to Aguacate near Nuevo Arenal 11 months ago. We live, as my hubby says “between two volcanos”. Lightning is more likely to kill you.
As for ‘culture’, I think it is highly overrated 😉 I can go to “the big city” and ride in cabs (don’t drive in SJ, did it, no more) to see museums and churches, but I would rather play or sail in the lake or take a dip in the Rio Aguacate than anything else. Lots of expats up here, several social groups, a garden club, friends to see. Unless my sons decide to present me with grandkids, I don’t even want to visit the states.
Yes, that 911 thing is nice. Up here near the lake, we formed a private response group with oxy, defibrillator, supplies and training. Multiple responses over the last few years and its working very well. Sort of a volunteer EMT group.
Ah, David, I think I said “land” because it will feed you. 4 hectares here in Arenal. But I still like the shiny gold stuff. hehe
Seems to me, in my addled way, that those holding whatever we need (like food) will be selling it for what they know holds value in the recovery (like metals).
Yes, there will be a recovery. Civilizations rise and fall. The ‘survivors’ regroup, usually at a slightly higher level, and go on. Trade routes reopen. Salt and spices trade for…..well, gold. An ounce of pepper used to be worth an ounce of gold. But you know all this David.
Personally, I like land. They just don’t make it like they used to. 😀
