Do I dare say that, I have found paradise? Well it is the closest thing I have come to it in this life time. We had the most amazing week of my life down in Costa Rica with my 3 best friends the I have had since I was a little girl and their husbands. Seven out of eight of us graduated from the same high school and we have know each other for almost 20 years. Now with that long a bond between us what better way to celebrate than a week in Costa Rica at Nate and Diana's parents house on the Papaguyo peninsula at the Four Seasons. Did I mention that we were able to stay there for free? Now you are getting my drift about paradise. We stayed in this house that they usually rent out for $12,000.00 a night and it was absolutely breath taking. We enjoyed a relaxing vacation that was still filled with fun events like learning to surf, touching sea turtles, golfing with the guys, swing like monkeys on a zip line course through the jungle, snorkeling, kayacking, and just sitting by the beach. We didn't have a car so we never drove around Costa Rica but we never really wanted to leave the resort either. We were treated like movie stars with bottle water handed to us every 30 minutes and cool lemon scented towels to cool us down or frozen fruit on a stick. If that wasn't enough they would spirits you with Evian water spray. I don't even drink Evian water let alone spray it on my face. Then when I would say, "Thank you" their reply would be, "Welcome to serve you." Can you see where I am going with my paradise conclusion? I have never felt more rested from a vacation and although I hesitated leaving my baby girl and boys for 7 days I was grateful for loving family who took great care of them. Since I have been home reality has hit me hard. I am back to doing my own dishes and mopping my floor and serving breakfast to my kids but even though no one is saying, "Welcome to serve you" I am grateful for the memories that will live in my mind for a long time. Thanks Nate and Diana for sharing your beautiful home!!!
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WOW!!! I heard all about it from Cindy, but I knew that I would have to wait for your blog post to see the pics!!! I honestly don't know how you guys left and came home!!! It looks like you all had an amazing time!!!
She also told me about the "Welcome to serve you"!!! That is hilarious- only not so hilarious that it wouldn't be nice for everyone to say that to us EVERY day!!
Paradise indeed!!
Keisha
You guys always go on such great vacations.....but this one sounds like a DREAM! How fun! You guys deserve it!
I am so jealous! Costa Rica has been on my list of top destinations! Now I am going to have to go, I think I just need to have the right friends! I am so glad you got some time away and were able to relax! Love the pictures.
man don't get me wront--i am so grateful to have you as a friend-- but i wish i was friends with your friends too! ;) can't think of anyone who deserves a trip like this more ;)but seriously invite me next time. i get along with everyone!!
Oh my gosh that sounds amazing...I am way jealous, I have to admit! You look great by the way!
OMGosh Lisa! You and Chip have awesome friends and it looked like a total oasis and Heaven on earth! I loved the slide show! Have fun in Disneyland!
Okay, so not fair...I am jealous! It looks like you had a great time. I can't believe how beautiful it looks down there.
I thought "welcome to serve you" was commonly said at every home! just kidding, I wish!!!
Gorgeous looking people! you all look like you could be in a magazine cover of "Lifestyle's of the Rich & Famous".
It's so wonderful to have friends who have great places to stay at exotic places.
Oh my, oh my!!! That really looks like paradise!! I'm so jealous, maybe next time Dave and I can squeeze in your suitcases next time!! :)
Oh my! It looks like you guys had an amazing time? Why wasn't I invited?????? Your pictures are amazing!! Love ya!
Okay, looks like heaven! Glad you all had fun. It's fun to see you guys on your blog, glad you have one!
Hey Lisa- I ran into your blog somehow. It's so fun to see what your guys have been up to. Your so close but so far. I'm glad you are doing so great! It's still so weird to see pics in your beautiful home and remember that we lived there once. It's seems like a lifetime ago. Add me to your list I'd love to keep up on your fam. wilsonohana@gmail.com Our blog is
www.whatsnewlisaloo.blogspot.com Hope to see you guys soon!
It looks like you had such a great time I loved all the pictures!!!
I am green with envy. And I'm thinkin' I need to make some new friends with connections. (Or become one of the friends that has the connections...won't hold my breath.) Looks so much fun!
Looks amazing!! I am so glad you got to go and had so much fun! Thank heaven for great friends & fun vacations!
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