Tag Archives: Central America

More Success Found Running “TO” rather than “From” (repost)

Posted on January 7, 2013 by Kris Cunningham

More Success Found Running “TO” rather than “From” Another interesting article about why people move to another country, and specifically to Mexico and Panama.

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New Year’s Effigies in San Clemente, Ecuador (repost)

Posted on January 6, 2013 by Kris Cunningham

New Year’s Effigies in San Clemente, Ecuador.  reposted from http://johnandmarylivingitupinecuador.wordpress.com/ This is Ecuador, not Panama but I think the practice of burning the negativities of the past year in an effigy is common throughout Latin America. My friends and neighbors here are very … Continue reading →

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Ceiba trees?

Posted on January 6, 2013 by Kris Cunningham

We are lucky to live in an area with wonderful flowers and trees. This one tree in particular caught my eye. It’s huge, and gorgeous! It’s in what looks like a beautiful corner park  with a waterlily pond and other … Continue reading →

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Daily Prompt: Quote Me

Posted on January 6, 2013 by Kris Cunningham

Daily Post: Do you have a favorite quote that you return to again and again? What is it, and why does it move you? “Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed, citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the … Continue reading →

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Weekly Photo Challenge: Resolved

Posted on January 5, 2013 by Kris Cunningham

I don’t generally make resolutions for the new year but this one was easy. I am newly retired and have an opportunity to do more of what I want to do. My first goals are to learn more photography and … Continue reading →

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Thinking of Leaving the United States?-Pulled or Pushed?

Posted on January 5, 2013 by Kris Cunningham

via Thinking of Leaving the United States?-Pulled or Pushed?. an interesting blog post about why people leave the US to live elsewhere.

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A trip to the Doctor

Posted on January 5, 2013 by Kris Cunningham

One of the most frequent questions I get from people in the US – What is the medical care like down there? My husband’s 92 year old mother is with us and she needed a little help (nothing serious, prescription … Continue reading →

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A Word A Week Photo Challenge: Glitter

Posted on January 4, 2013 by Kris Cunningham

from A Word A Week Challenge When the “Glitter” challenge came up, I immediately thought of water, fountains and sunlight. These photos were actually taken a couple years ago when I lived in Florida. There was one particular fountain that I saw … Continue reading →

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Blog of the Year Award

Posted on January 3, 2013 by Kris Cunningham

Thank you Kim @ Tranquil Dreams  for giving me this great award! Check out her blog! I follow it because there are always so many interesting posts there on a variety of subjects, and I am very honored that she likes … Continue reading →

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New Year’s Eve in Panama

Posted on January 1, 2013 by Kris Cunningham

We spent New Year’s Eve in our street, and it was quite the street party! We also learned a lot about Panamanian New Year’s traditions. There were the expected fireworks all over the neighborhood, and we continue to be surprised … Continue reading →

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