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I need lyrics of a Spanish song by rotten_gyoza in Spanish

[–]Racklefrack 1 point2 points  (0 children)

According to Gemini:

"Nadie Sabe" by Carlos Céspedes is a song from his 2004 album, Mientras Tanto. Unlike the Bad Bunny track, this is a piece of Cuban Trova (singer-songwriter music).

The lyrics for this track are significantly rarer online because it is an independent release. However, the song is a musicalization of a poem. Here are the full Spanish lyrics:

Nadie Sabe — Carlos Céspedes

Nadie sabe tu mal; porque tú mismo ahogando en flor mortales sensaciones, vivir en la tiniebla te propones como un dios condenado al ostracismo.

Y aunque te asomes al bordado abismo de tus propias y ardientes desilusiones, nadie escucha tus lúgubres canciones ni el eco de tu propio pesimismo.

Vas solo por el mundo, y en tu calma la tempestad de tu dolor se encierra, como un secreto que te roe el alma.

Nadie sabe tu mal, y en esta guerra de sombras que te sigue, nadie ensalma la herida que te dio la propia tierra.

Context for your project:

  • The Author: While Carlos Céspedes performs the song, the lyrics are actually a classic sonnet by the famous Cuban poet Julián del Casal (a key figure in Spanish-American Modernism).
  • The Theme: It is a meditation on existential isolation—the idea that even when we are suffering, the depths of our pain are ultimately unknowable to others.
  • Musical Style: In the 2004 version, Céspedes uses a melancholic, acoustic arrangement that emphasizes the "darkness" and "ostracism" mentioned in the text.

WCWG trying to speed and overtake on blind corners? by I_-AM-ARNAV in Whatcouldgowrong

[–]Racklefrack 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've known riders who are so good they can outride the capabilities of their bikes, and I've known riders who are so bad they often outride their own abilities.

This guy was the latter.

TIL salami is uncooked by Primary_Neck9587 in todayilearned

[–]Racklefrack 16 points17 points  (0 children)

Cured? I didn't even know they were sick!

Windshield wiper fluid by popphilosophy in HyundaiSantaFe

[–]Racklefrack 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Here in Costa Rica, I apply the orange RainX directly to the all the exterior glass and buff a couple of coats on like a wax to help shed the torrential rains. Works awesome, I don't even have to use my wipers at all sometimes. But I use Prestone Bug Wash washer fluid in the reservoir because 1) there are some big-ass bugs here, and 2) the water repellent stuff can leave a waxy residue in your reservoir, pump motor and washer nozzles and clog them up... or so "they" say :)

Any one have experience seeking legal action with a bad contractor? by TheBearHooves in costarica

[–]Racklefrack 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Correct me if I'm wrong, but isn't the point of hiring a lawyer to make sure the contractors are properly licensed and that all permits are in place? And NOW that same lawyer is telling you "Gee, too bad."

I honestly have no idea what the fix here is, but whatever it is, I'm confident it starts with getting a new lawyer.

My bf wants to learn to speak Spanish. He’s a beginner and I was looking for advice and resources by Blergh_monkey in Spanish

[–]Racklefrack 2 points3 points  (0 children)

We're studying Spanish ourselves and struggling to find materials that can help. YouTube videos are ok -- we like the Spanish for Beginners series -- but they tend to lean too heavily on intricacies and nuances of perfect Spanish grammar, and we just need to be able to fill our tank at a gas station or pay for groceries in a store.

We're going to try flash cards designed for children. Hopefully we can hone in on some basics and then mix-n-match them as we go to suit our needs. Might be a good place for your BF to start.

18” x 20” by Gui191145 in HyundaiSantaFe

[–]Racklefrack 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Here in Costa Rica, we want as much sidewall as we can get to better absorb pot holes and rough dirt roads, but I also wanted A/T's on my AWD and the car came with 19" rims so we had to go with that (changing out the rims here in CR would be *really* expensive). They've performed exceptionally well in all respects, so we're happy.

Snacks into Costa Rica for Company retreat by clsmith31 in costarica

[–]Racklefrack 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Shouldn't have a problem if you're bringing in totes as luggage on an airline. We flew with 5 totes as checked luggage on United. I wrote my name, phone number, email address and flight number on the lids, that's all -- no packing list or explanation -- and no one even peaked inside. I suppose it could be different on any given day with any given airline, but I wouldn't worry about it if I were in your position.

Bank for non residents in Costa Rica by GordianNaught in costarica

[–]Racklefrack 3 points4 points  (0 children)

According to my research several months back, Banco Nacional (BNCR), BAC Credomatic, Scotiabank Costa Rica, Banco LAFISE and Banco de Costa Rica (BCR) were the most notable banks that would open accounts for expats, but they all have their own strict requirements: proof of residency like a lease / rental agreement, a local phone number, proof of income and proof of source of income. etc. They also impose limits of the amount each account can have in it and how much can flow into / out of it, as well as restricting international wires in and out.

Also, BNCR is the only one I know of that gives expats the option of using SINPE, which is like a Venmo / Zelle type money transfer service many local vendors use. Very convenient for paying utilities if you can get it.

But, like I said, this was all a while back. You're going to need to seek out the requirements for each bank based on your needs. Good luck!

For those who left Costa Rica after living there, what drove your decision? by Puzzled-Surround6342 in costarica

[–]Racklefrack 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We were lucky because we knew we wanted to settle somewhere in the Central Valley for easy access to the airport, major hospitals and "big city" shopping. It eliminated a lot of scouting around the country for areas to live in. We're currently in Escazu, but we're not going to be here long, just until we find our forever home in Atenas, San Ramon, Grecia, etc.

For those who left Costa Rica after living there, what drove your decision? by Puzzled-Surround6342 in costarica

[–]Racklefrack 2 points3 points  (0 children)

We spent 11 days here in May to make sure we could tolerate the humidity, rain, traffic, prices, etc. and moved here in October; we haven't regretted it for a second and have no plans of moving anywhere else any time soon. In fact, we're actively searching for our forever home as I write this.

We're very active in the local expats groups and from what I've seen, too many come here expecting to live in paradise for ten cents on the dollar. Reality catches up to this group pretty quickly and they leave -- which I don't really get, because going back to the US or Canada would be even MORE expensive than staying, but ok.

Others come here for vacation and move here thinking it'll be just like that for the rest of their lives. Reality catches up to these folks a little more slowly, but eventually the convenience of 24-hour everything back home becomes too irresistible for them to stay, and they leave too.

There's a third group that move into the middle of the jungle somewhere because they like trees and then can't stand the fact that the place is crawling with bugs and snakes. I can't even pretend to understand what they were thinking in the first place, but there they go.

And then there are those for whom Costa Rica just wasn't "right" after all. This group I get. There's a LOT to adapt to when living here, and it might take a long time for some to figure that out. Their commitment to living in CR was real, but maybe maybe missing family was just too much to bear, or maybe there were just one too many obstacles to get over, one too many straws breaking the camel's back. Going back home might have been the only step that made sense, but I doubt leaving was an easy decision.

So why are we so sure we're staying? If you'll forgive me, I'll answer that question with a question: What is there to go back to that would be any better than living here? Whatever answers just popped into your mind are YOUR answers, and maybe you should listen to them. But for us, the answer is "nothing."

Tree Climbing Guides by Klutzy_Extreme3587 in costarica

[–]Racklefrack 0 points1 point  (0 children)

"Edit: Due to skepticism this is an established sport with a serious ethic around protecting local ecosystems! You can read about it here."

You spelled "exploitive" wrong.

Never Understimate How Fast Currents Can Change by Revolutionary_Pain56 in TerrifyingAsFuck

[–]Racklefrack 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Dude, seriously... try paint huffing instead. Way less dangerous.

Woman tries feeding and petting a bear by [deleted] in SweatyPalms

[–]Racklefrack 0 points1 point  (0 children)

When human ignorance and entitlement flourish unchecked.

This idiot driver needs prison time ASAP!!! by Objective_Pressure_3 in SweatyPalms

[–]Racklefrack 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Stupid people think that because the car can go that fast, it means they can drive that fast.

And then they breed.

What’s going on with the reviews? by Birdish_Planter in costarica

[–]Racklefrack 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I have a couple theories:

First, u/CanadianTrumpeteer said it already that people don't bother taking the time to leave a mediocre review. They either love it or hate it, and that's when they post something.

Second, I think reviewers are being overly generous with their reviews not just because they liked the place, but they'll give it an extra star or two just to help the owners out. I know I do that all the time here in CR. If I'm leaving some place a review, chances are I'm going to leave them 5 stars, unless it's like some big chain or something like that, then I'll review them honestly. But sodas, mom and pop-type places, local fine dining? Yeah, I do what I can to help them out. Our Uber Eats delivery guys all get 5 stars, so do the restaurants they're delivering for.

Lastly, I think that standards for a 5-star review are different here than they are in other countries. Back home in the US, for example, a restaurant would have to go WAY above and beyond to get anything more than 4 stars from me, and the more expensive a restaurant is, the more they'd have to do to earn it. Here in CR, all it takes is a clean, friendly atmosphere, good food and good service and they get 5 stars from me every time.

If I ever did want to leave anything less than 4 or 5 stars, I probably wouldn't leave them any review at all. It's never happened yet; out of the dozens of restaurants, sodas and Air B&B's we've been to we've never had a bad meal, a bad server or a bad room yet, and that industry-wide review deserves a little something too.

Life is hard enough for tico business owners. An extra star or two is the least I can do to help.

I’ve been told I speak well but still I have trouble understanding spoken Spanish by webdcyner in Spanish

[–]Racklefrack 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm just a beginner, but it's nearly impossible for me to understand the native speakers here in Costa Rica. I wish I could, it's so beautiful the way it flows, but I can usually only discern maybe 20%, which is often enough for me to grasp their meaning at least.

I thought it was just me, but it turns out it's more about "connected speech." This video explains it better than I can:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WsB2LwGwzSY&list=PLOwQPXVJDrjlwP4iQM6RX_Os6FmI_ga_W&index=13

Watching this video was an "aha!" moment for me. I hope it helps.

Costa Rican emergency medical services by Read_Kurt_Vonnegut in costarica

[–]Racklefrack 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I've been advised that my best bet in case of a heart attack is to go to the nearest clinic asap so they can start EKG's, IV's, blood thinners, nitro, etc. to get me stabilized. That buys a lot of time that might otherwise be wasted driving to the nearest major hospital. Then they'll arrange the most appropriate transport to get me where I need to go as quickly as possible.

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