Tank Tops Flip Flops Newsletter edition no. 187

Cardella Challenge #5 Winner

Once again we were able to sell all 100 tickets for Cardella Challenge #5.  Thanks everyone who bought a ticket.  Now we have another $10,000 to feed our out of work neighbors and friends in the Papagayo Area.  The amount of support for this effort has been overwhelming and really shows the warm spirit this community has – and how far and wide the support is coming from.  It is really heartwarming.  So without further ado the winner of a weeks stay at a luxury PACIFICO Condo in Playas del Coco, Costa Rica along with 4 Airline tickets and other goodies is…..

I am truly a lucky man. I have met so many outstanding people, here in Costa Rica. I can honestly say I have thousands of friends.  Over the last 8 months, these fantastic human beings have stepped up and answered the call, when needed. It warms your heart to see how generous and giving they are, helping the local families in need, during these challenging times. Every day money keeps pouring in to allow us to continue feeding the locals, and time and time again, someone rises up to sponsor an entire day’s food drive. The best part is, it allows me to share with you some of the stories, of these magnificent folks, to give you an inside look at who and why so many have made Costa Rica, and the Papagayo region their home.

When I first met Victor and Doreen Bhatt, I knew right away we would be friends for a long time. They just have this incredible warmth, and sparkling sense of humor, that attracts people in. They are the type who truly care about you, they do not just ask for the sake of asking. They are a special couple with a fascinating life history and I immediately was drawn to them. Within a few minutes, I knew I was in for a ride.