Fearsome Foursome - Friends!

When we got an email from Em that said that she and Kyle would like to come for another week on Companion - we of course said yes … they said “see you next week!”

Well - all righty!  The next email:  two friends would like to come - so as you know - the more the merrier for us! Kori and Dan are all signed up … love it!  

The Dive Bar - once again gathers friends!

As we knew the kids would overlap the stay with Sandy, Dan and the girls … no problem …. we figured it out and everyone was perfectly comfortable!

Kyle requested some land tours as well as sailing adventures … the day after Dan and his crew left us - we relaxed, cleaned up, laundry, remade the berths, swim and I did say relax - right …we were ready to go for another week of fun!

Land excursions first ….. after a good brunch!

Em took over some of the cooking duties!

Off to the local waterfall - gotta see what the locals are up to … and get a real flavor for fun … It is such a perfect spot - we just love sharing it with our people!

Picture perfect … an amazing sight … the sound of the water falling - so lovely!

 Playin’ in the cascade!

Wednesday to the Chorotega Indian Village for another visit with Willy and his family … I so love their craft.  This time Willy’s brother, Santiago gave the kids a demo - explained his family’s tradition and how they sustain themselves …. He does have a passion for his art.  Shopping  is a real treat in their backyard!

A true craftsman!

Kyle has a mountain bike buddy that now resides in Taramindo - a little surf town - so we had set up a lunch date with him … Langostino’s Beach Club - an amazing little oasis of pure bliss - lunch on the beach with amazing lounge chairs to hang out in …

Em and Kyle decided to try their hand at surfing, Kori chilled out on her lounge chair and played in the surf, Dan walked the beach, as well as Dale and I did walked the opposite way towards the open ocean … lovely …. a great afternoon.

Dan let the salt water wash over him!

While the kids walked the town - Dale and I provisioned at the local supermarket, that way we were set for our sailing days …

Up bright and early - we had planned just a two day outing … day one … fabulous sailing, anchoring, swimming off the back deck, an adventure in the water caves, and a good night’s sleep under the most amazing stars!  Saw several shooters!

Enjoying the dip off the back deck ..cheers!

After so much fun - two girls needed a rest .... the good life!

Kori ‘s first time experience on a sailboat … loved “Costa Rica, Costa Rica!” Her wonderful smile says it all - easy to be with and not hard to please - a real treat for us to get to know her!

Dan (one of Kyle’s island friends) - also experiencing his first time on Companion - 

was loads of fun and entertainment …  he sure loved his Pringels! 

 The morning brought us some frustration - as our fresh water pump was not working - actually started leaking and we had a real mess on our hands …  Kyle and Dale took apart the pump and to no avail - wasn’t gonna cooperate … ugh ... broken boat

Kyle doing his research on the boat part!

So we decided to just take a sail …. Back to the marnia as we knew we would need drinking water before to long … so with that said … off we went … but as situations sometimes turn out - we saw a few spinner dolphins and then out of no where ….

At least 2 dozen or more right near the port side - swimming, jumping, flipping - we had quite a show for at least 30 minutes - maybe more …. They are amazing creatures that never cease to entertain us!  Stingrays and turtles also appeared … lucky for us that we were forced to head back in the Papagayo Bay for dolphin performance!

As we were heading into our bay - not one but two of the fishing poles started taking off - so the fearless fishing team of "Em and Kyle" took charge and landed two good size tunas ar the same time .. a first for Companion - dual fish ... we had a feast that night!!

What a team - the Ugly Stick strikes again!

Back at the dock - the guys got real serious about fixing the pump … absolutely a no go!  To the marine store - for a new pump - the kids headed out for a hike and pool - Dale installed it - no problem - works like a champ!  We ordered another one and brother Ed will bring it when he comes down  next week - we are learning to be more prepared for this kind of “emergencies”.

The kids decided they needed a "dinghy adventure" so off they went to survey the bay, beaches and river - ending with the traditional monkey walk!

Then after all of that adventure ... a little rest and sun before they had to pack up ....

One of our Companion traditions is our log book - all guests who have spent anytime with us on our journey have been asked to add to the journal ... I am sure once Dale and I really sit down on our couch the full impact of these entries will really hit us ... so in the meantime - Em and Kori contemplate their voyage!

 It is always hard to say goodbye to our kids - but this time it was somewhat sweeter when Em said “See you in a month or so … can you just anchor out and we will dinghy over to you for happy hour!”  “It’s a date!” was our reply!

The fearsome foursome will be back on Companion soon!!