I live in the jungles of Costa Rica, where my husband and I are building a small retreat space among waterfalls and trees.

Being With… is where I share reflections from this season of life—living in Costa Rica, creating a retreat space, navigating surrender, and learning what it means to be present with what is.

You’ll find stories, observations, questions, and glimpses into the retreat space slowly taking shape. More often, it looks like an ordinary moment that revealed something worth sharing.

With love and stillness from the jungle,

Marlo

P.S. I often share simple moments in Notes—the sounds of the jungle, slow walks among the trees, visits to the waterfalls, and other small glimpses of life in Costa Rica. I hope they offer a small pause in your day. 🌿

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