Category Archives: Panama

Weekly Photo Challenge: Warmth

Posted on January 2, 2015 by Kris Cunningham

Weekly Photo Challenge: Warmth We are going into summer here so warmth is not a problem. We have left the rainy season of warm and balmy days and afternoon rains, and have come into the dry season of warmer, dry, and … Continue reading →

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Weekly Photo Challenge: Yellow

Posted on January 2, 2015 by Kris Cunningham

Weekly Photo Challenge: Yellow  With this week’s challenge, show us what yellow means to you. Yellow?? This is a country of green. There isn’t much yellow that comes to mind, but after days of thought here are a few photos. … Continue reading →

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Feliz Año Nuevo – Happy New Year

Posted on January 2, 2015 by Kris Cunningham

Celebrations in Panama are always fun and interesting, and New Year’s Eve is no exception. There are the expected midnight parties and lots of fireworks, of course, and something else I find especially interesting – the muñecos. A muñeco is … Continue reading →

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Crocodiles in Panama

Posted on December 28, 2014 by Kris Cunningham

This interesting photo has been making the rounds lately on the internet and Facebook. Word is that this crocodile was caught in the Panama Canal near Colon at the north end of the canal. I do not know if it … Continue reading →

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Christmas in Panama

Posted on December 27, 2014 by Kris Cunningham

Another holiday season is flying by! But, it has been another excellent Christmas. It is interesting to see how it is celebrated here, both the differences and similarities. One big similarity which I’m not sure is a good thing, is … Continue reading →

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Weekly Photo Challenge: Twinkle

Posted on December 27, 2014 by Kris Cunningham

Weekly Photo Challenge: Twinkle This week, share with us your photos of twinkling light. You will need to find a light source and a reflective surface in order to capture a twinkle, but those are the only limitations. The obvious subject … Continue reading →

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Residency!

Posted on December 17, 2014 by Kris Cunningham

Yesterday we made a huge step towards residency – our temporary residency cards. They will serve as the real thing while everything is getting processed, which should take 2-6 months. I am so happy. I love this country so I … Continue reading →

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A Chance Encounter with some Fantastic Bikers!

Posted on December 17, 2014 by Kris Cunningham

I was biking home Monday morning after a good ride, and I met three bikers at an intersection. They had baggage on their bikes and were obviously travelers. I greeted them, and they asked if I knew of a bike shop in town. This began … Continue reading →

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Recipe Night – La Lengua de Res

Posted on December 14, 2014 by Kris Cunningham

La Lengua de Res = Beef Tongue. Cedo and I were in Pricesmart wandering through the meat department where we saw the beef tongues. “Oh, esa es muy rica, muy muy rica!” (very very delicious). Hmmm OK, I’ll try anything … Continue reading →

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Recipe Night – Lomo Relleno

Posted on December 13, 2014 by Kris Cunningham

Thank you Cedo for another recipe. Tonight is a beef dish stuffed with vegetables and topped with garnishes and a delicious sauce. First, buy a Lomo Redondo. The cuts of meat here are all different so I don’t know what … Continue reading →

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