Written by a talented young writer in Coronado, Panama. I have a lot of the same feelings but she explains it better.
More freedom in Panama as a foreigner than in the U.S as a citizen? Sure feels that way..
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Hi kris,
I read the post More freedom in Panama. It is so true also here in Canada. Too many restrictions.
Jim and I can’t wait to come back and visit in August and hopefully see you and Joel again. We are so looking toward our move to Panama in 2016. We already have a count down calendar.
Shelbi
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I’m not surprised that there are a lot of similarities between Canada and the US.
We should be around in August and it will be great to see you again 🙂
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Reblogged this on 4sarge and commented:
Freedom to express Individuality and to Succeed or Fail on one’s Own Merits without Forced Government Over Regulation or a Fixed Playing Field – Right On
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Thanks for the reblog 🙂
and yes, totally agree
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There are many trade-offs in living abroad. Life is more challenging and real. Although, the bureaucracy can be overwhelming without a true sense of the language and the customs, it is nothing compared to the states. We built two houses without any permits. We are free to pursue our passions and our interests without many rules and regulations. Nice article, Kris.
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I thought it was well worth sharing, and I’m glad you enjoyed it.
You’re right, even knowing the language and customs in the US things can be so difficult! Here, yes, things are so much more relaxed and it’s really nice.
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Oh, I agree 100%. 🙂
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Very smart young lady. Well written. She’s going places for sure.
Thanks for sharing.
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I think so too. We just landed in Coronado and hope we can find a moment to meet in person while we’re here.
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Thanx for sharing this! Here too in Dominican Republic we have the freedom that is lacked in Canada. For example … buy a lot … build a shack … what’s a building permit? Can’t imagine the poor here having to shell out for that.
I liken it to being the wild west in Dominican Republic. Freedom to choose and jajaja outlaws to take it away from you 😀 Will I ever go back … sure as hell hope not.
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You knew what she’s talking about too.
Go back? Nooooo! Please no.
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Oh yea! But this freedom does come with a hefty pricetag of a lot of “unrulyness” Not all are responsible with it that’s a big for sure. I’ve never seen so many amputees as I have in this country! Lots and lots of accidents!
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Really? What happens? Work related accidents? I hardly ever see amputees here. I know there are amputees and I know someone who works with them. But, I also see a lot of safety precautions on work sites.
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MVA’s, motorcycles and work. Lot’s of drinking and driving and youngens hot dogging it!
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Ahh, that’s unfortunate 😦
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I was in therapy at the rehab clinic for 8 months. I was virtually sick to heart the entire time.
I’ve seen some really weird stuff here. One man whose right leg was swollen/inflamed but permanently from the knee down looked like a tree trunk. He had a makeshift leather moccasin. An incurable disease from a mosquito bite causes this.
I’ve seen a leper in the capital city.
Disease too is the cause of a lot of disabilities.
But mostly motorcycles.
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I’m sure you’ve seen stuff we don’t see in the US. Motorcycles though, yes, as a nurse I’ve seen so many tragic accidents. Add alcohol and macho showing off, and I can imagine 😦
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I guess this article (http://www.theatlantic.com/features/archive/2014/03/hey-parents-leave-those-kids-alone/358631/) would be fitting.
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Thanks! That’s an excellent article, and very fitting. I used to ride the city bus in NY alone when I was 6. No one would dream of allowing such a thing now. That playground looks fantastic. I can imagine how much fun that would be for a kid.
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