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In Costa Rica its: Sloths, naps and good company

Happy Slothy Sunday!

It’s November, so we’re expressing our gratitude for things that have brought us joy this year.

Our list so far: Sloths, naps and good company. Or sloths, good company and naps. Doesn’t matter, but sloths are first.

Click here for more sloth pictures (and stories).

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