I shouldn’t really be sitting here on my computer, but I just had to post this pic for Jude’s Bench Series, whilst she’s still looking for ‘Benches on the beach’. I found this bench in the Manuel Antonio National Park, Costa Rica. We’d been for a hike through the park, and came down onto this deserted stretch of beach, which as you can see is rather wild and unkempt. Not a sunbathing type of beach, or an ice cream vendor’s paradise.
Right, now that’s done, I must get back to my packing. It’s really difficult deciding which shoes to take and which to leave behind. Decisions, decisions.
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Well, the packing’s done now and the bird has flown the nest 🙂 Speaking of which… next post 🙂
😀 I think you’ll also be packing, Jo.
A beautiful bench with a fabulous view! Shoes are my biggest packing dilemma as well 🙂
Thanks, Madhu. Glad to know I’m not the only one with a shoe dilemma. 😀
una foto piena di dolce saudage 🙂
Thanks so much, Linda. 🙂
super-cool, I took almost the same photo 2 years ago… I often miss Costa Rica! ❤
Thanks, Mélanie. Yes, Costa Rica is a great place to visit, especially if you love nature and wildlife. 🙂
Shoes are always a problem when packing, they take up so much room. Why not only take 2 and then go on a shoe buying spree in SA???
Yes, you’re right, Pauline. I’m afraid I brought more than two pairs with me. 🙂
Lovely bench. AS for the shoes…always take the ones on your feet with you! 😉
Thanks, Lorna. My Havaianas go everywhere with me. 🙂
As they should! 🙂
Hate packing. Just want to get going (and hope I’ve remembered everything). Good.luck with it.
Just started out for Miami airport and I think I have everything but the kitchen sink. 😃
Have a great trip! So glad it worked out for you with your green cards.
Lovely!
Thanks, Mary. 🙂
looks like a nice spot but lonely though. happy packing Sylvia! 🙂
Thanks, Lola. 🙂
Your lovely photo takes me back to Costa Rica. We loved it there! Happy packing and I say take the lightest pairs. 🙂
Thanks, Sue. I took the lightest 6 pairs. 🙂
I think I am alike you like to take picture of benches. Nice picture of strange way of making a bench. It looks like a good hiding place near the beach.
Benches are such fascinating things aren’t they? 🙂
I Like the rustic bench, Sylvia. It shows endurance and practically in an off the beaten path way. I can’t help you with packing since I’m a minimalist. When I get back home I’m about ready to throw it away because I wore it “often”. 😊
How wonderful that must be! 😄
Good luck with your packing and have a fun safe journey, Sylvia!
Thanks, Naomi. 🙂
Just read Jill’s comment and I say ditto! Lovely photo, so peaceful. Hope your packing is going well Sylvia…and the shoe choice isn’t proving too difficult! Have a super time my friend, see you when you get back 🙂 xx
Thanks so much, Sherri. I think I did bring the right shoes, and I have space for a couple of new pairs. 🙂 xx
Perfect 😀 xx
I like the rough and ready look of this bench! Good luck with the shoe decisions. 🙂
Thanks, Elaine. I think I made the right decisions regarding the shoes. 🙂
I’m always happy when I have made the correct shoe decisions! 🙂
I hate packing! Good luck with your choices!!
Me too. I managed to make some right choices. 🙂
Packing for SA? No problem. Durban = warm; Jo’burg = cool to chilly. 😉
Yes, you’re right about Durban. The weather is absolutely beautiful. 🙂
ohh shoes are a tough one, i hope by now you’ve figured it out:). every time i think I’ve got packing down to a science.. something happens:))
Hahaha. Yes, you’re so right, Kathy. 🙂
I’m with Jude, you know just where to find more shoes if you need them 🙂 🙂 🙂
Haha. I’ve already been on the lookout, but nothing has waved at me yet. 🙂
What a lovely spot – and who needs shoes for it 🙂 Go for comfort. Happy tripping.
Thanks, Tish. We’re having a great time. 🙂
I like beaches but THAT one is spooky. Think I’ll take Costa Rica off the bucket list, actually. But then it’s Monday. Maybe tomorrow C.R. will look better?
Costa Rica is well worth a visit, especially if you love rain forests, Insects, frogs, turtles and mosquitoes etc.. 🙂
Even the philosopher Kirkegaard said that any choice implies anxiety and anguish…………..
No kidding , I know what you mean. Packing is so tiresome!
The bench is very well captured , love those leaves on the ground!
Thanks so much for your comment and the very apt quote. 🙂
Oh wow a bench that endured indeed! :O
Absolutely. It looks quite well weathered. 🙂
My thoughts exactly 😊😊
Ah thank you Sylvia! I shall expect more from South Africa though 🙂
And remember, you can always BUY more shoes when you get there if you need to 😀 😀
You’re welcome, Jude. I have a very nice bench photo for you, which I will post before the end of the month. 🙂
Got an extra week this month as Sunday is still May 🙂
Have a good trip
Thanks so much, Marylou. 🙂
Reminds me of the movie “Castaway.”
I didn’t see the movie, Jill. 🙂