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Learning Spanish Leads to Adventures

Posted on August 11, 2026 by Steve Simms

Years ago, my wife Ernie’s hairdresser told her about a friend who was developing property in Costa Rica. From then on Ernie wanted to go to Costa Rica, but I wasn’t interested. In January of 2023, about the time Ernie … Continue reading →

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Currently My Favorite Hobby is Language Learning

Posted on October 5, 2025 by Steve Simms

My favorite hobby is language acquisition without memorization. I have discovered that languages are most effectively acquired not by lecture style lessons or by memorizing vocabulary, verb conjugations, and grammar rules. They are acquired by great persistence and tremendous exposure. … Continue reading →

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