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Landfill Harmonic

Landfill Harmonic

Landfill Harmonic film teaser from Landfill Harmonic on Vimeo. What an inspirational video! Landfill Harmonic is an upcoming feature-length documentary about a remarkable musical orchestra in Paraguay, where young musicians play instruments made from trash. For more information about the film, visit facebook.com/landfillharmonicmovie.

Free, Beautiful, Biodegradable Toys!

Free, Beautiful, Biodegradable Toys!

As part of my quest to incorporate more DIY, reused or found toys into my children’s lives, we’ve made it a point to show up at the beach without pails, shovels, etc and then see what we can find. My kids often find their own treasures, but sometimes (especially early on) I have found it’s […]

Yes, I Love Your Country!!!!

Yes, I Love Your Country!!!!

I arrived back in Costa Rica the other day. A last minute change of plans meant that I had to grab a taxi ride from the airport in Liberia. Juanel was my driver. I must have been smiling from ear to ear because he asked me in a very bemused way, “Do you love my […]


Smallest Grom Ever!!!

Smallest Grom Ever!!!

I saw this cutie pie surfing the other day. I don’t know her name or age, but I’m guessing she’s around 4 years old. Imagine when she’s 12! She’s gonna shred!!!! Note the very cute pink bikini and the relaxed stance. This kid has style!