Tag Archives: Panama

Toucans!

Posted on October 1, 2013 by Kris Cunningham

We were standing in the yard discussing the house color, when to eat lunch, and other mundane things when a flash of color caught my eye from the huge tree on the other side of our fence. I grab the … Continue reading →

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A Spider

Posted on September 30, 2013 by Kris Cunningham

You have been warned 😀 It really is just a little one though. I was sitting on the patio today when it started to rain. There’s a tiny spider web in a planter on the edge of the patio, and … Continue reading →

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Weekly Photo Challenge: Saturated

Posted on September 30, 2013 by Kris Cunningham

Weekly Photo Challenge: Saturated The instructions are: This week, show us a photo of whatever you’d like, but make sure it’s saturated. It can be black and white, a single color, a few hues, or a complete rainbow riot; just make sure … Continue reading →

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Paint the Roof!

Posted on September 29, 2013 by Kris Cunningham

We live in Panama close to the equator. The weather is warm and the sun is intense. The sun heats up the roof, which heats up the attic and the house. So, we got permission from the landlord to paint … Continue reading →

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AC installation, Panamanian style

Posted on September 23, 2013 by Kris Cunningham

We were seriously thinking of buying a lot in our neighborhood and building a house, but the more we thought about it the more we thought it will be better to have some money in the bank for emergencies. So, … Continue reading →

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BBC Interview – a Moment of Fame!

Posted on September 21, 2013 by Kris Cunningham

I did a phone interview with a reporter last month and today the interview is up on the website. http://www.bbc.com/capital/story/20130918-how-to-retire-in-paradise It’s an interesting experience remembering the interview and now seeing the finished article. You say what you say, but you … Continue reading →

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Panamanian Construction

Posted on September 20, 2013 by Kris Cunningham

We have found it interesting to learn how the Panamanians build houses. Everything here is block and cement with tin roofs. There is a lot to be said for this style of building. It’s strong, and there is nothing to … Continue reading →

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The Third Act of Life

Posted on September 18, 2013 by Kris Cunningham

My blogging friend InDaCampo wrote an interesting post about this third part of our lives that some of us are in, or think we are approaching, or are trying to figure out what this means for us. She included this … Continue reading →

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Volcan, Cerro Punta, Guadalupe, a great Sunday trip!

Posted on September 14, 2013 by Kris Cunningham

Last Sunday we went for a drive with our friends and neighbors across the street. She works hard, takes care of her family, and doesn’t get out as much as you would think. She hasn’t been to Volcan for three … Continue reading →

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Weekly Photo Challenge: An Unusual POV

Posted on September 12, 2013 by Kris Cunningham

Weekly Photo Challenge: An Unusual POV The instructions are: Go out and take photos and share a shot that reveals a new and different POV. You can take a picture of a familiar subject in a fresh way.  You can consider … Continue reading →

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