What’s in a house?

So far we have had to explain multiple things in the house to our movers in Panama. The fire pit was the first conundrum. We took the cover off so they could exam it. Gas fire pit, fake stone outside, marble top with hazel-toned tumbled glass in the fire area. You could see them wondering…

Tugboat groupie

I met an actual tug boat captain! He works at the canal. I thought about taking a selfie with him, but I thought that might appear creepy. He said he used to be able to bring guests on board the tugboats and they could sit right next to him while he helped a ship into…

Self Discovery

Holed up in what we have designated the “safe room.” It’s actually Jack’s old room and where we stash the stuff we don’t want the movers to pack. My laptop is propped on top of an upright suitcase and I’ve “stolen” a chair from the items to-be-packed. I can’t believe we are doing this again.…

Movie times

Dean says he isn't going to be able to afford to take me to a movie in the U.S. With recliners and wine and food service here in Panama for $12-$14 per movie... I may be a little spoiled.

Cruising through Panama

This month we have two friends who will transit the Panama Canal. One from the Atlantic Ocean to the Pacific Ocean, and one from the Pacific to the Atlantic. Yesterday was our first try at finding a friend on a ship as it cruises by us... Want to learn how long it takes to get…