Car Passed Riteve and Beers

The Galloper beast was denied inspection yesterday but was returned to me this morning, overhauled and passing, for a mere $800. I cannot tell if this is a viable vehicle, but I do love driving the heap! I took this photo of my neighbor's alemandas and hope that the vines I have planted around my carport are the same; they have been there for almost a year and nary a flower has blossomed! Here's hoping for later in the summer!

The colibri have returned in full force, twittering and zipping around the feeder morning and night.

Because not much has happened while I've been waiting for the Galloper to come on home, I am going to address the local beer issue. Imperial is the local, practically national beer. The logo is excellent, and I've been drinking Imperial Silver, which the ex-pats around here call Tico Corona - light and lovely.

However, I ventured into the Nicaraguan beers and love Tona, which again is light and refreshing, not overly carbonated or hoppy.

BUT I stumbled across something called Rock Golden Monkey, and remembering Victory's Golden Monkey that made me fall asleep, I bought one to try. It tastes a little like cider, sweet, fruity and bubbly; it's peculiar to put it in the beer category, but it is a sugary treat. Today I drove into Jaco with my friends and bought one Tona and one GM; I already have plenty of Imperial Silver. For a "one and done" gal, I certainly am prepared!

Until 5:00, cheers!