Costa Rica Kaleidoscope is a collection of personal essays, informative articles and charming tidbits that entertain and educate the expatriate, newcomer, visitor and armchair traveler. Costa Rica is a land of orchids, butterflies and toucans in exotic trees; volcanic mountains harboring cloud forests and waterfalls; and jungle islands surrounded by azure water that laps sandy beaches. It is also a land of gentle people who cherish family unity. They exemplify tolerance and throwback respect for seniors. The children are polite and impeccably groomed. Farmers' markets abound with glorious...