Family is very important to Costa Ricans and the whole family loves to get together to celebrate birthdays, holidays and special occasions. Over Easter weekend we were invited to a neighbor's wedding at a small neighborhood church. The invitations were handmade and delivered in person. The church was decorated by the couple's families with balloons, streamers, local flowers and palm fronds. Reception food was homemade and the 3-tiered cake was made by another neighbor. Although we didn't understand most of what was said, the music was great, and everyone was very welcoming and friendly. We were pleased to be part of this very special day.
On Easter Sunday we attended a special concert at the Catholic Church in Puerto Viejo. The 35-person choir came from throughout the Caribbean coast, from Limon to Puerto Viejo. They were unbelivable good! The Banda National de Limon accompanied the choir to standing ovations. Our town is very small so it was quite a thrill to be entertained by such professional musicians.
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