Author Archives: Kris Cunningham

Unknown's avatar

About Kris Cunningham

We live in David, Chiriqui Provence, Republic of Panama! This blog is about some of our experiences in our new country.

Grito de La Villa de Los Santos Parade

Posted on November 11, 2013 by Kris Cunningham

We went to another parade yesterday (Nov 10th) and I think it was even more fun than the other one we saw. This one had elaborate carts and many people in traditional Panamanian dress. I especially loved all the children … Continue reading →

Posted in culture, Panama, photography | Tagged , , , , , | 4 Comments

The Snake is Identified

Posted on November 10, 2013 by Kris Cunningham

A few days ago I posted a photo of a snake I saw in our yard. A very helpful reader suggested that I send the photo to http://www.lamica.org/teamsnakepanama.html for identification. Today, I got a reply and this is what they said: Thanks … Continue reading →

Posted in Panama, wildlife | Tagged , , , | 14 Comments

Spider Pictures

Posted on November 9, 2013 by Kris Cunningham

You have been warned….  😀 There seem to be so many beautiful and interesting spiders around here that I’m always finding one I haven’t seen before.

Posted in insects, photography | Tagged , | 6 Comments

Mold

Posted on November 9, 2013 by Kris Cunningham

This is a very humid climate and mold can easily grow on many things, especially wood, leather, and clothes (anything with body oils). I bought plastic chairs and tables because they were inexpensive and easy to care for. But, we … Continue reading →

Posted in Miscellaneous, photography | Tagged , | 4 Comments

La Barqueta – a visit to the beach

Posted on November 9, 2013 by Kris Cunningham

Sometimes I don’t think I have anything to say, and other times I have folders of things backed up waiting for me to get to them!  A few days ago one of my blog readers was in town as part … Continue reading →

Posted in Exploring the Area, photography | Tagged , , , , , | 2 Comments

Separation Day Parade

Posted on November 9, 2013 by Kris Cunningham

Last Sunday, November 3rd was one of the many holidays at this time of year. This one celebrated Panama’s separation from Columbia, and there was a big parade in town. I’ve been hearing all the drumming and practicing for weeks, … Continue reading →

Posted in culture, Panama, photography | Tagged , , , , , | 6 Comments

Snake!

Posted on November 7, 2013 by Kris Cunningham

Many of my neighbors are very afraid of snakes. They don’t want to walk in the grass, and they are especially afraid of mani (perennial peanut), a ground cover I love, because they think it attracts snakes. In the year … Continue reading →

Posted in wildlife | Tagged , , , | 11 Comments

Driving Home from Santa Catalina, Panama

Posted on November 7, 2013 by Kris Cunningham

This is the last set of photos from our recent trip, taken on the drive home. They are the photos that I like best from my collection of that day, and I hope some will give you a feel for … Continue reading →

Posted in Exploring Panama, Panama, photography, travel | Tagged , , , | 6 Comments

Playa Estero, Santa Catalina, Panama

Posted on November 6, 2013 by Kris Cunningham

We asked about a beach with sand, and were sent to Playa Estero, not far from our hotel. This is one of the beaches suitable for beginning surfers. Most of the beaches in the area had warnings that they were … Continue reading →

Posted in Exploring Panama, Panama | Tagged , , , , | 4 Comments

Back to Santa Catalina, Panama

Posted on November 5, 2013 by Kris Cunningham

I didn’t want to write a single post with a hundred photos, so I broke up my collection a bit. Earlier was a post with some photos of the hotel and grounds. These are some photos of the town and … Continue reading →

Posted in Exploring Panama, Panama | Tagged , , , | 2 Comments