Recession Retirement and Rainforests

"Retirement and Recession", I cannot comprehend what is going on in the "United States". I left "Florida" and relocated to "La Fortuna" Costa -Rica in 2009. My Wife a "Real Estate Agent" in Cocoa, Florida" I was owner of a Small Business, left the "United States" for a Comfortable and secure "Retirement".

Some years ago, I saw the "Hand Writing on the Wall", a "Historic Home" with rising " Taxes and Insurance", I saw many people Living beyond their means. Our move to "Central America" , we found a home with a "Volcano View" 5 minutes to one of the top "Tourist" destinations in "Costa Rica". "Arenal Volcano and the Green Rain Forests" that surround her have given us the opportunity to "Live Outside" we have a wrap around porch and spend our days in the comfortable "Weather'.

The "Nature and Wildlife" give us an appreciation of the "Environment" and make us realize how lucky we are. So, we go to the Fruit Stand for fresh Produce, and then the "Butcher" yes they still exist... The Costa Rican People and Tourists we meet in "La Fortuna" are terrific.

With fear and pessimism on the News daily, or the "Reality Shows" tonite for example "The Kardashians" are on for 4 hours.....Life???

I will take "Retirement and Painting on my porch" over higher taxes, for mine are $400.00 a year, sure some "Lifestyle" adjustments have been made, yet I would rather be "Happy in Retirement" which gives me "Peace if Mind", and you cannot put a price on that...

William and Carol Patterson

Wildlife Art

La Fortuna, Costa Rica

Forest Morning walk in Costa Rica

"Volcano Arenal"

This Morning thinking of 911 weekend in the "United States" and how I felt on that day in "Florida", I decided to take my mind of the Memory of the Horrible Event that was happening in my home State of "New York". So, I am lucky enough to have a "Forest" and "Volcano" in my Front Yard.... No I am not crazy just "Retired" picked up after 30 years in "Florida" and moved to "Costa-Rica".

"Howler Monkey Family"

As I was lucky enough this morning, the "Monkeys" decided to come up the "River" that runs off the "Volcano", I happened to catch them in the Almond trees that line the  Riverbanks which are the start of the "Rain Forest". Wildlife are "Protected" here for I live next the the Largest "Protected National Rainforest" in "Costa Rica". 

"Birds, Birds, Birds" that is what surrounds me and wakes me up every Morning here in Costa Rica. Today I captured a "Tropical Billed Mott Mott" just steps into the Rain Forest. These are beautiful and Colorful Birds, it is said the "Indians" used the tail feathers in Ceremonial Clothing...So to all those around the World who were affected by 911 or lost someone , may I say I hope you find a little Beauty on the "10th Anniversary" whether it be a "Birds, Butterfly" or Rainbow....
Bill and Carol Patterson
LaFortuna, Costa Rica
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" Bi-Lingual Tour Guide in Costa Rica"

"Tropical Mott Mott"

"Volcano Arenal"

"Cabin built by Johan at Arenal Oasis"

"Tours" in "Costa Rica" are plentiful, if you desire a personalized Tour may I suggest Johan Peraza who will provide you with a true "Adventure" in "Costa Rica". Before relocating from "Florida" to "Costa Rica" we met Johan at "Arenal Oasis Eco-Lodge".http://arenaloasis.com/  . Johan though only 34 has lived in the "United States" yet loves "Costa Rica" for the "Wildlife" that is found here. Knowledgeable is all the "Bird Species to be found here for he lived next to the "Rainforest" of the House I now own. 

He loves to Specialize in "Tours for all ages, yet Senior Citizens are his specialty". Even though you are wearing a few years, that does not mean "Adventure" is impossible. For those that love "Nature", may I suggest "Arenal Oasis Eco-Lodge" for a Private Rustic Cabin, surrounded by Canopies of Trees, Fruits, "Bird Species of all kinds". 

For day Trips you and Johan can work out "Waterfalls, Volcano Night Tours, Canoe Trips" and much more including "Fishing" on Fabulous and Famous "Lake Arenal". The Tranquility of "Costa Rica" will relax you due to the stress I see daily going on in the "United States". Being from "Florida" I am glad Retirement brought me to LaFortuna, with perfect weather and fabulous people. The Country of "Green Forests" of which the Protected "Forests" have Animals, Birds and everchanging "Volcano" Views....

Personalized "Vacation" service for "Tourists" is his motto... phone from "United States" is 01150683462245, or you may contact me with question at cocoavillage1@yahoo.com.

For more pictures of the "LaFortuna" area on the the top tourist stops in Costa Rica visit my website at

Costa Rica Pictures and Paintings

"Chicago hotter then Costa Rica?"

"Waterfall Painting"
Acrylic on Board
one of many waterfalls coming off the Volcano

"Macaw in Rainforest Mist"
For sale
Acrylic On Board

Here as I sit here in "Costa Rica" in the Central Valley and it is the the middle of the Afternoon, the Temperature is 78 degrees. I have the Fox Channel via my Sky TV and cannot beleive the "Heat Wave" in the " United States".

Most People in the "United States beleive all of "Costa Rica" is Hot and Humid, not where I chose to relocate to.

"Arenal Volcano"

I Picked LaFortuna in the Central Valley for Climate and Location, it is also the Top Tourist Spot because of the "Arenal Volcano". Here is the View from my Front Porch  

"Landscape Painting of Volcano Arenal"
For Sale
Acrylic on Board
  

I Bought and Purchased a furnished Home within 5 minutes of the Top Resorts with Hot Springs,and Spas, 8 minutes to some of the Finest Fishing in Costa Rica on Lake Arenal. If you are seeking to cool off and time for a Vacation, contact me I will tell you more of the Adventures you may find here. 

My Paintings are available in all forms, Original Art, Prints, Cards customized to your tastes for home decor.

I accept Pay Pal and all major credit cards...I donate a percentage of my sales toward Wildlife Conservation.

william-patterson.artistwebsites.com

"Rainforest Adventures"

I have the great advantage to live next to a "Rainforest Jungle in Costa Rica". Since I relocated from the "United States" to "Costa Rica", I have found the perfect Climate and "Adventure".

My Front Yard View is the "Arenal Volcano" one of the top "Tourist Destinations in Costa Rica", Tourists flock to Arenal for Hiking, White Water Rafting, Top Resorts, Adventures www.desafiocostarica.com Here are some Paintings and Photos I have taken in the Rainforest . For More "Rainforest Landscape Paintings and Photographs visit my website at william-patterson.artistwebsites.com

"The Orphans and the Balloons""

Last Night I my Husband and I attended a Benefit for the " LaFortuna Orphanage" in "Costa Rica". We have lived in LaFortuna for almost 2 years now, and since becoming involved with "Community Causes" though " Desafio Adventure and Tour Company" www.desafiocostarica.com/  We had the pleasure of meeting the Owners , "Suresh and Christine Krishnan", when they sponsored the Community Easter Egg Hunt.

This event was co sponsored by the Rein Community Service http://www.reincommunityservice.com/project-costa-rica/volunteer-la-fortuna.php who had an American Singer " Todd Schaeffer" perform along with Local Artists.

"This little Boy stole my Heart"

I did not know the effect seeing 15 Orphans entering the building would have on me, I felt so terribly sad that these Children ranging in age from 2 years to 13 years or so, do not have families to call their own.

 

" A Little Girl Orphaned"

 If it were up to me and I was not the age I am one of these Kids would have a Home.

" We need Homes"

" The Oldest Orphan"

" The Rein Volunteers these Teenagers are Heros"

" A Balloon Brings a Smile"

I Will Donate 50% of all Sales of any form of my Artwork for the Next Month to the the Orphanage. Kindly Visit my Website atwilliam-patterson.artistwebsites.com

" Arenal Volcano in my Front Yard"

From the Palm Trees of Florida, to a Volcano as my View. Never did I imagine, after Retirement in Florida, that I would find the Perfect Home in this "Real Estate" Market with the Perfect View.

After the Taxes in Florida and now my Entire Taxes are $400.00 a year. I live 10 Minutes from "LaFortuna" one of the Top Tourist Destinations in Costa Rica. No one beleives that I am Happy here in Costa Rica. With the Rainforest just steps from my Front Door, and Wildlife all around me, I am very at ease with my life. I thought for those Tourists that come to the Resorts that surround me and Enjoy the Hot Springs, Zip Lines through the Rainforest, Hanging Bridges, Waterfalls and the Worlds Best Fishing on Lake Arenal that I would share a few "Volcano" Images.

I spend my time now Painting Landscapes of the Volcano and the "Rainforest Jungle" at the Base of the Volcano. My Paintings are available directly from me, and my website william-patterson.artistwebsites.com offers you the ability to Custom Order, Prints, Greeting Cards and more. If you are going to Vacation in Costa Rica, I will gladly show you my "Rainforest Art" and you will also get to the the Volcano and Rainforest from my Home. William Patterson Rainforest Artist, LaFortuna, Costa Rica

"Costa Rica Jungle River"

"Costa Rica" one of the Top Tourist Destinations, offers "Tourists", " Volcanoes with Clear Spring Water"

"Rainforest River"

Hanging Canopy Vines

"Massive Tropical Plants Overhead"

I live at the Base of "Arenal Volcano" and just Steps from my Door is one of the many sources, of Sparkling Clear Water that comes off the" Volcano."

"Tropical Jungle Waterfall Painting"

"Rufous Tailed MotMot"

"Broadbilled MotMot"

Tourists, who visit Costa Rica, will Remember the Rainforest Jungles, for their Waterfalls, Hot Springs, Tropical Flower, Wildlife and Colorful Tropical Birds.
Living Next to Arenal Volcano, and Steps from the "Rainforest Jungle", I am able to Capture Images of "Costa Rica", rarely found by a Tourist.
I offer these to you in any form you like,
  Custom Prints, Greeting Cards, Original Artwork may be purchased directly from me.  If Visiting the Arenal Volcano on a Costa Rica Vacation feel Free to Contact me at  (506) 87206579. For a Private Viewing of my Artwork. william-patterson.artistwebsites.com

"Costa Rica Volcano"

Volcano Arenal

"Costa Rica Volcano Arenal"  if traveling to "Costa Rica" just 2 hours from "San Jose", is one of the Top Tourist destinations. Tourists flock to LaFortuna to see"Arenal Volcano", Central attraction. Since relocating from Florida, in the United States I find that the Town of ""LaFortuna" offers a Small Town feel. Here you will find many Tourist Adventures and here is the Link to Number One  http://www.desafiocostarica.com/

Costa Rica Volcano Arenal Photographs and Paintings
all are available on my Website  http://william-patterson.artistwebsites.com/ 

"Volcano of Costa Rica as seen from my Front Porch"

"Volcano Painting"

"Volcano Pasture Painting for Sale"

Volcano and Pasture Painting

Horses in Volcano Pasture

 I offer Pay Pal for the Artwork  my Website allows for you to order Prints, Cards, Framed Art Prints to fit your Home Decor.  All my Original Artwork can be purchased with a Custom Hardwood Frame out of the Finest Hardwoods of Costa Rica.

 

"Wildlife Adventure Weekend"

Great Grey Hawk

Black and White Hawk Eagle in Flight

This weekend is going to be Teaming with Wildlife next to our Rainforest Cabin. Here in Costa Rica, it is the "Rainy Season" that tends to bring out throngs of Birds such as Hawks, such as "Great Grey Hawk", The Black and White Hawk Eagle, which all soar and Hunt on the outer Rainforest Tree Canopies.

Arenal Volcano of Costa Rica

"Ornate Hawk Eagle"

Ornate Hawk Eagle Painting for Sale

Living just 300 yards from the "Protected Rainforest" in Costa Rica, we see many Endangered Species, I caught a Red Ornate Hawk Eagle a very Rare Bird Sighting, for there are only a few of this "Bird Species in the World". I have taken numerous Photographs of all kinds of Wildlife from Birds such as Toucans, Eagles, Hawks, Hummingbirds and Seedeaters to all the Jungle Animals. I have been inspired to Paint these magnificent animals and donate profits to the "Rainforest Alliance".Since Relocating from the United States to Costa Rica over a Year ago, I am totally at ease in my Retirement Years.
Feel free to come visit, I offer my Paintings with Custom Made frames of Tropical Hardwoods. Pay Pal accepted. Also from the Website you can order Greeting cards, or Canvas's with Frames to fit your Home Decor.
Pura Vida (pure life) from Costa Rica William Patterson

Easter in Costa Rica

"Costa Rica Log Chalet"

"Easter" In Costa Rica will be celebrated, here in our Log Chalet just yards from the Rainforest.

"MottMott Tropical Bird"

Wildlife, a Perfect Climate with Temperatures ranging in the high 70's, during the day and low 70's at night. While living in Florida, we felt "House Bound" due to the excessive heat. Here in "Costa Rica", We live on our Porch that has Volcano Views, and watch the Toucans, Hawk and too many other "Bird Species" to count.

"Tropical Landscape Volcano Painting"

I have found my Passion now in Painting and Photography. It Seems, the Nature, Wildlife, and overall Green of Costa Rica, has inspired me to allow others to have a part of Costa Rica.  So, if a Vacation is not in your future, then Hang a Vacation on your Walls and then you will have a Vacation everyday.
My website has Photo's and Paintings all representing the Tropical Animals and Landscapes here in Costa Rica. You may purchase Original Artwork and have the option of a Custom Frame made of the Finest Hardwoods of Costa Rica.  10% of all Sales will be donated to The National Wildlife Federation. Thanks for your Interest, enjoy the "Costa Rica scenes and Photographs."
William Patterson
La Fortuna, Costa Rica,    Wildlife Artist