Prospero Año Nuevo

Well we rang out the old year in tropical style.  A new year's eve 'beach party' at our house!

A beautiful clear starry night (finally!)

Of course, the starry night comes later, as the parties here start before dark (5:00 pm) so everyone can arrive and park in the daylight (avoiding rocks, cunetas, wildlife etc.) and enjoy what is the real end of a Costa Rica day - SUNSET!

Music and chatter, cocktails and bocas (thanks to Cindy for the amazing tuna treats, Sonya for the Mexican layer dip, Michelle for the bruschetta, and Lisle for the hummus and roasted garlic dip - - YUM all around!). 

Potluck dinner (Wendy's pulled pork, Karen's pasta salad, Barb's noodle casserole, empanadas and garlic bread from Sheila, Eric and Mike, grilled chicken and beef by Lisle) - "Lisle" squares and shortbread for dessert.

At 10:30 the kids headed to Adelante (a local hot spot) to party into the night.  The rest of us celebrated midnight with champagne and fireworks, hugs and kisses.

And of course the night would not be complete without what has become an Ojochal New Year's tradition - ROY ORBISON - BLACK AND WHITE - - dancing to Pretty Woman and singing to Crying!

Welcome 2012!