Category Archives: Panama

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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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 →

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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 →

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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 →

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A Day Out and About, and Lots of Good Luck

Posted on March 9, 2016 by Kris Cunningham

It is easy to get in a rut of daily activities and forget to enjoy the beauty and opportunities that are close by. Yesterday, our friends asked us to go to Las Lajas beach with them. That is an absolutely gorgeous … Continue reading →

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My New Friend

Posted on March 4, 2016 by Kris Cunningham

It’s a bit of a long story…  There is a business called Feduro on my bike route just a short way from my house. When I ride by I always greet the security guard and occasionally stop for a short … Continue reading →

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New Adventures, and a New Blog

Posted on March 4, 2016 by Kris Cunningham

Originally posted on The Silver Wheels Blog:
I am planning a bike tour! This is going to change things for the next few months. I won’t be in Panama, so the Panama blog (https://blog.thepanamaadventure.com/) is probably going to mostly sleep…

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Fire, it Cleans your Yard

Posted on February 29, 2016 by Kris Cunningham

Well my goodness, did we have an exciting day today. It’s the dry season here and brush fires are very common. Our house is beside a wooded area and my neighbors swore that there never has been a fire there. … Continue reading →

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