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About Kris Cunningham

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

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Posted on April 30, 2014 by Kris Cunningham

Recently I posted about International Living, and their request for reciprocal links between my blog and their social media sites. After much thought, I decided to try it out and I put their link on my sidebar. But, my photos … Continue reading →

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Sunday is Election Day in Panama

Posted on April 29, 2014 by Kris Cunningham

Sunday seems like a good day for elections, a day when many don’t have to work. Panama has compulsory voting for everyone over 18 but I don’t think it is strictly enforced. I know one of my neighbors doesn’t plan … Continue reading →

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Another Successful Border Hop

Posted on April 27, 2014 by Kris Cunningham

It was time to get the passports stamped, so we headed off for a visit to Puerto Jimenez, Costa Rica. We have enough travel plans these days and didn’t want to do anything major, so an overnight visit to this … Continue reading →

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Dengue Fever

Posted on April 25, 2014 by Kris Cunningham

A flyer fell out of a package of trash bags so I picked it up. I know that there is dengue fever in Panama, and that the authorities are working hard to prevent it and educate people on mosquito control. … Continue reading →

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My New Shower Buddy

Posted on April 23, 2014 by Kris Cunningham

Joel and I were taking a shower the other day. I had my hair all lathered up and my eyes closed to keep the soap out of them, and he tells me “don’t move” in a very serious but quiet … Continue reading →

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International Living?

Posted on April 22, 2014 by Kris Cunningham

Why do I have a link to International Living on my sidebar? Many who know me know that I’m not enthusiastic about a business who’s main purpose is to make money by selling expensive conferences, books, magazines, and other merchandise … Continue reading →

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Weekly Photo Challenge: On Top

Posted on April 20, 2014 by Kris Cunningham

Weekly Photo Challenge: On Top In a post created specifically for this challenge, share a photo that means On Top! We have been watching the construction of an overpass for months. Friday was Good Friday-Viernes Santo, so the workmen were on … Continue reading →

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Weekly Photo Challenge: Monument

Posted on April 17, 2014 by Kris Cunningham

Weekly Photo Challenge: Monument In this week’s challenge, show us your take on a monument (broadly defined). It could be a fresh angle on a well-known tourist site, or a place nobody knows outside your community. It doesn’t even have to … Continue reading →

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Last Stop, Aruba

Posted on April 16, 2014 by Kris Cunningham

The last stop on the cruise was Aruba, and we were told this is the best of all. We decided to spring for a tour this time, and got on a bus that took us around the north end of … Continue reading →

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Next Stop – Bonaire

Posted on April 15, 2014 by Kris Cunningham

Bonaire looked similar to Curaçao – beautiful water, dry land, desert type plants, wind, and pretty pastel buildings. It is also a Dutch territory and also has multilingual people. Tourism is a big industry because of the wonderful diving and … Continue reading →

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