Emerging from the cocoon of a global pandemic, it would stand to reason that as fear dissipates, we may wonder what to do with “our one wild and precious life.” Like learning to walk again, it will take time to kick off the restraints that have held us steadfast to news on blast. But to make a mindful decision is integral for change and forward motion. Frustrated by the border measures that have divided spouses and families, my American partner and I yearned to be together. And so, we pack up and ditch our respective countries to catch a glimmer of life on the backroads of Costa Rica, “off the beaten track.” Off to Costa Rica Landing in the capital city of San Jose, we throw packs to the ground at the Don Juan Airport, waiting for our puddle jumper to carry us to the Southern plantation town of Golfito. Twelve …