Category Archives: Panama

Just Some Scenery

I always take a camera when I go biking because there is usually something beautiful along the way!  

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A Strange Iguana Experience

Yesterday afternoon I went out to putter around in the yard. When I looked across the street, this is what I saw. My neighbor was watering an iguana! Of course I grabbed my camera and went over to see what … Continue reading

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A Fun Night in Boquete and Pollera Dancers

Last Friday there was a benefit evening for the upcoming Jazz and Blues Festival. It was held at the beautiful Oasis Hotel. It included dinner, the dance demonstration by the Pollera Dancers, and then dancing and music by Yella Fever. … Continue reading

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A Couple Critters

There always seems to be something new and interesting around here. I never promised to stop with the bugs and critters, so here are a couple new ones. One night this bug showed up in our outside laundry/storage room. It … Continue reading

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What Do You Want?

If you ask someone this question, the answers are usually fairly predictable – I want to be happy. I want good relationships. I want a good job. I want more money. I want all the things (whatever they are in … Continue reading

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Big Iguanas!

It’s the time of year when the iguanas tend to be out and about. It hasn’t been raining so they are looking for water, and they are also looking for each other because it’s time to lay eggs. The other day … Continue reading

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Toucans in the Neighborhood

My neighbor across the street has some papaya trees in her yard and the toucans have been visiting in the mornings and late afternooons. She knows I love to see them so the other day she called me when they … Continue reading

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Being Helpful

Most people find it natural to be helpful. This is very evident here in Panama where being helpful is an integral part of the culture and behavior. But, my good friend Deb in Nicaragua recently wrote a post about being … Continue reading

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Feliz Año Nuevo

It’s 2016! Somehow the last year has flown by and another year has begun. New Year’s Eve was celebrated here by the usual festivities with fireworks, parties, music, food, and fun people. It’s been a good year overall with various … Continue reading

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Mighty Machines

They are building a new bus terminal not far from where I live, and there are plenty of mighty machines on the job. I learned about mighty machines from my grandson who loves big machines and his videos by that … Continue reading

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