Author Archives: Kris Cunningham

About Kris Cunningham

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

Just a Bug

Posted on May 24, 2016 by Kris Cunningham

My grandson and I had so much fun hunting for lady bugs and other interesting things in the yard. This is the closest thing to a lady bug that I’ve seen here in Panama. So, Camden, here you go, your … Continue reading →

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Walking Tours of Panama City

Posted on May 24, 2016 by Kris Cunningham

This landed in my mailbox this morning. I don’t know how to reblog it so I’ll just tell you about it here. I know some of my readers are planning to visit Panama and this sounds like a really cool … Continue reading →

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Instant Translation?!

Posted on May 22, 2016 by Kris Cunningham

This looks amazing, almost too good to be true. These little devices fit in your ears and translate what is being said to you instantly. They are controlled by an app on your phone. It’s The Pilot system from Waverly … Continue reading →

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Cynicism and Resignation

Posted on May 22, 2016 by Kris Cunningham

I saw an article on Brain Pickings today that really struck a chord in me. It has nothing to do with Panama, except I hope as expats and ambassadors from our home countries we all come here with a mind … Continue reading →

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The Hassles and Problems of Living in Panama

Posted on May 19, 2016 by Kris Cunningham

If you have followed my blog for a while, you know that I am really really happy in Panama. But, that doesn’t mean there aren’t hassles and problems. None of them are a big deal for me. But I know … Continue reading →

Posted in culture, Panama | 24 Comments

When Will You Retire?

Posted on May 17, 2016 by Kris Cunningham

Joel recently ran across an article –‘I’ll Never Retire’: Americans Break Record for Working Past 65. There are more retirement age people (over 65) working now than ever, the most since the 1960’s, before there was medicare. Is this a … Continue reading →

Posted in cost of living, Miscellaneous | 20 Comments

Back in Panama with the Wildlife

Posted on May 16, 2016 by Kris Cunningham

I’ve been back almost a week now from my almost two month visit to the US, and it feels good to be back. I’m glad I have’t forgotten all my Spanish! It’s easier in the US where I can talk … Continue reading →

Posted in bird watching, Panama, wildlife | 13 Comments

The Homeless Traveler

Posted on May 12, 2016 by Kris Cunningham

Originally posted on The Silver Wheels Blog:
I’m back in Panama, reflecting on my bicycle tour, and sorting out thoughts that I’ve had for a while now. I knew I would see beautiful places, face physical challenges, and be alone but…

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Fell off the Face of the Earth

Posted on May 8, 2016 by Kris Cunningham

It seems like it, right? I haven’t posted anything in a long time. I’ve been in the US visiting family, traveling on my bicycle, and generally doing different things not related to Panama. I’m also in one of those spells … Continue reading →

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Machines at Work

Posted on March 9, 2016 by Kris Cunningham

My grandson loves big machines, so when I ran across some in the last few days I thought of him. The Feria (the big international fair that is held every March) is just starting today and will run for the … Continue reading →