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T Bruce and I left Columbia late in the afternoon on Monday arriving at the home of our two amigos in the wee hours of the morning. I slept until 9 and spent a relaxing morning idling by the pool.  Beautiful hibiscus surrounded the pool area making for a very lovely backdrop for our visitContinue reading “First Leg of our European Adventure”

Last night we stayed at Country Inn and Suites but we had to return the car to the airport by noon today so I thought I booked the Crown Plaza at the airport.  We headed out at 9:30 – Bruce didn’t want to feel panicked if we happened to get lost.  And of course onContinue reading “Crazy Driving in Panama City”

We left Pedasi at 7 am this morning after giving Victor, a really nice the guard at the ocean lofts, the food and paper goods we did not use.  During our stay Victor was helpful with our Spanish lessons and was always available if we needed anything.  He made Linda and I cups out ofContinue reading “Panama City – The Last Leg of our Journey”

We woke up this morning to bright, sunny skies, happy to have our last day be such a beautiful one.  I’ve been working on finding a place for us to come back to next year and nothing has quite moved me.  I was corresponding with two agents, Jade and Sylvi from Sol International and theyContinue reading “Our Last Day in Pedasi”

It was one of those days. It started out raining and rained on and off all day.  I heard from the realtor about a property we wanted to see, but waited around for hours to see if we could set it up for today. Linda and Stan came down to our place and I friedContinue reading “When We can’t Make Up Our Minds – Do Nothing”

i can’t believe we only have 3 more days in Pedasi.  We’ve grown pretty comfortable here, know a few people and can get by with our limited Spanish.  I have to say the Panamanians have been very welcoming and patient with us.  The people we’ve met have been warm and friendly and have helped usContinue reading “Frolicking on the Beach”

I love traveling to different countries to experience the cultures, the people, the foods.  But one of the things I am always looking for is wildlife.  And for those who know me, I do have sort of a primate fetish.  So does my sister Linda.  For that reason, Linda’s and my sole purpose for goingContinue reading “Monkey Business”

This morning I slept in.  It was wonderful.  I woke up at 8:30 and quickly dressed because we were going to look at a possible rental for next year.  We did and it was lovely.  Only problem it’s a bit above our budget and won’t be available until August.  I guess we will have toContinue reading “My Little Feathery Friend Came Back”

i woke around 8 this morning and began writing my blog from the day before.  I was sipping my first cup of aromatic Panamanian coffee and contemplating what to write when Bruce said grab your camera and come outside.  And wow!! I was glad I did.  At first, since Bruce and I are not reallyContinue reading “Macaw Morning”

What a fabulous day we had yesterday.  We went for our morning walk on our beach. The surf was calmer today, the air smelled fresh and there was a promise of a beautiful day.  After our stroll we went for a dip in the pool.  It’s become our new gathering place.  Hannah and Jordan seeingContinue reading “Boogie Boarding on Down The Road”