Some words you should know before continuing to read:
Tico(a) - Costa Ricans' nickname for themselves
Ticamama - Host mother
Tiquismo - A Costa Rican slang word
Pura vida - A tiquismo meaning "pure life" that represents the laid-back Costa Rican mindset. Can be used to mean "Hey", "goodbye", "ciao", "you're welcome", or really anything.
Gallo pinto - Ubiquitous rice and bean dish. Delicious.
Colones - Local currency. The rate fluctuates between 550 and 600 colones to a dollar.
Montelimar - My neighborhood in San Jose
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