Vacation In Costa Rica

“I must be out of my mind,” I thought
As I hurled myself into the green abyss
Over the forest canopy the zip-line went
“Never, ever again if I manage to survive this”…

I survived and now must brag a bit
I was as brave as brave could ever be
Just part of our Costa Rican vacation
In a wondrous country I’d longed to see

“Pura Vida”, they say, homage to a good life
Such a friendly and simply beautiful place
Full of curious mammals and lovely birds
And natural wonders for all to embrace…

Watched a sloth slowly maneuver a branch
And we had lunch with a monkey or two
White water rafting and a trek in the jungle
Coffee plantations and pure water so blue…

I will never forget the people or places we saw
If you ever have a chance to visit  please go
You might even be brave and go Zip-lining 
You will love the unique experience I know…

2/14/16
Copyright © | Year Posted 2016

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Haight Avatar
February 21, 2016 at 3:50 PM
You were brave, Barbara! A great poem about a great vacation! Congrats on your win. Hugs, Sandra
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February 20, 2016 at 9:42 PM
barbara, Congratulations on your awesome "Vacation WIN!" LINDA
Scars Avatar
February 20, 2016 at 12:26 PM
Barbara, sounds beautiful! Congrats on your placement in the contest...-luloo *smiles*
Rycroft Avatar
February 20, 2016 at 10:39 AM
Congrats well done x a beautiful poem well written xxxxx Wendy
Gorelick Avatar
February 20, 2016 at 10:56 AM
Thank you Wendy.. glad you stopped by..I think it was a great vacation but not such a great poem...
Lane Avatar
February 20, 2016 at 6:31 AM
I think Costa Rica is one of the most beautiful places on earth, Barbara. Congratulations on placing in my contest and thank you for taking part.
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February 17, 2016 at 12:49 PM
I hope to go there one day. In the meantime you gave me a vivid picture of it, Barbara. Elaine
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February 15, 2016 at 4:40 AM
- A lovely poem, a well deserved vacation Barbara :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)
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