For any of you who have been around me and/or my family long enough, you probably know that "pura vida" is part of the Schaub (now Lindahl) family vernacular. As you can tell by the Wikipedia definition below (yes, a credible source, I know), it represents a lifestyle; it is to Costa Rica what "Aloha" is to Hawaiians. I like to think of it in terms of more than just a relaxed lifestyle; it has more of an existential meaning to it. It's the enjoyment of the actual experience. Since I created this blog so that family & friends can see what Dan & I are up to, I guess it is aptly named--just a snapshot of life as we live it. Pura vida!
Pura vida: used by Costa Ricans since 1956; literally translated means "Pure Life." Contextually, it means "full of life," "purified life," "this is living," "going great," etc. It is used as a greeting, a farewell, & to express satisfaction. Costa Ricans use the phrase to express a philosophy of strong community, perseverance, good sprits, enjoying life slowly, and celebrating good fortune, small or large.
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