Rainforest Canopy

Costa Rica is is a place of personal significance to me, and a place I hope to call home one day. Twenty-five years ago, I took a leave of absence from my corporate job and headed to Costa Rica. I had the privilege of living with local families which exposed me to a way of life that, despite its simplicity, embodies true fulfillment, locally referred to as Pura Vida. "Pura Vida" is more than just a phrase in Costa Rica; it's a way of life. It embodies an appreciation for the simple pleasures and gratitude for the present moment. The people I met radiated an undeniable joy for life, modeling that happiness transcends material possessions. It was a far cry from NYC where I was living at the time, but everything about it felt so right. I also remember thinking that the government was getting so much right - no military spending, fully funded college education and most importantly environmental stewardship before it was a global mandate. The culture permeated health and I felt so alive and