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Healthcare Sticker Shock?

Started this discussion. Last reply by B & A in Brisas May 17. 17 Replies

Back in early April I wrote an article for one of my blogs that detailed my recent experiences involving my hospitalization back in the U.S.  To put it mildly,  I was blown away with both the…Continue

Drought and Electric Problems Getting Real Serious!

Started this discussion. Last reply by Roger Bellido May 8. 4 Replies

Yesterday it was reported that the drought-induced electrical shortage in Panama had forced, among other things, the closing of all education facilities from elementary schools to the country's…Continue

The Wonders Of Hospitalization

Started this discussion. Last reply by B & A in Brisas Apr 7. 5 Replies

I just posted a new article on one of my blogs providing details on my recent stay in the hospital back in North Carolina. It was a real shocker and full of surprises (at least for me).For those of…Continue

Panama to Require Spanish Test for All Non Tourist Visas

Started this discussion. Last reply by jim and nena Apr 6. 37 Replies

 Since I have not seen any discussion of this on .ning or other blogs, it appears this may have slipped under folks radar.  I would assume that the immediate impact would be on folks who have visa…Continue

 

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wryawry commented on Larry I Matthews's blog post Adiós a Panamá
"Dear Larry, Salud! Dav"
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Manzar Lari commented on Larry I Matthews's blog post Adiós a Panamá
"Hey Larry!  I haver always enjoyed reading your posts.  You writing is not only informative, it is inspirational as well as aspirational!  Please keep writing. All the best to you.  "
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Lee Zeltzer commented on Larry I Matthews's blog post Adiós a Panamá
"I am sorry to see you go. Please do not stop writing!"
Tuesday
Gene R commented on Larry I Matthews's blog post Adiós a Panamá
"Larry, I always enjoyed your articles. When I was in the Air Force each month we donated to the Soldiers and Sailors fund, this was to insure we always had a place to go. If I recall each State had a S&S facility, this was 46 years ago so my…"
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Bruce Laidlaw commented on Larry I Matthews's blog post Adiós a Panamá
"Buena suerte Larry. Cool runnings..."
Tuesday
John R. Hampton commented on Larry I Matthews's blog post Adiós a Panamá
"  Keep writing. It will prolong your brain cells and keep ours active. Somehow I'm certain you'll find a way to talk about something other than recreational group activities and soluable fiber dishes on the menu where ever you…"
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Keith Woolford commented on Larry I Matthews's blog post Adiós a Panamá
"Have always admired your writings and respected your opinions, Larry. Godspeed."
Monday
Roger Bellido commented on Larry I Matthews's blog post Adiós a Panamá
"Larry I have never met you in person I liked your writtings.  It shows clearly that you are a person with good feelings and care about people.  You are a person that have travelled a lot and know what it is like to be living in a…"
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Leslie Barranger commented on Larry I Matthews's blog post Adiós a Panamá
"I don't know you personally but I have enjoyed reading your posts, etc.  I am very sorry to hear that you need to leav and even worse, that it is due to your health.  Good luck and yes, please continue writing!"
Monday
Larry I Matthews posted a blog post

Adiós a Panamá

They say that all good things must end. And although I have never really bought in to that theory, my run in Panama is coming to an end. After a great six years, on Friday May 31st I am migrating back to the U.S.  I am certainly not happy about it, but ....... Read, "Adiós a Panamá" using the link below.  Enjoy!http://larrytravels.typepad.comSee More
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B & A in Brisas replied to Larry I Matthews's discussion Healthcare Sticker Shock?
"Great Roger.  Walking and keeping those leg/calve muscles is extremely important for the prevention of blood clots in the legs.  Pelvic surgery has a higher risk for that.  Good support stockings might as well be a goo idea. …"
May 17
Roger Bellido replied to Larry I Matthews's discussion Healthcare Sticker Shock?
"B&A Who says women are the "sexo debil" or weak gender.  My wife surprises me all the time.  She is so strong.  She is recovering very well and fast.  She is walking a little.  Doctor recommended her…"
May 16
B & A in Brisas replied to Larry I Matthews's discussion Healthcare Sticker Shock?
"Hope for a speedy recovery for her Roger....thanks for the information.  Real reasonable.  Possably I can avoid the catapult !!!  ...LOL Bjorn.....I'll have to check my gene pool....the catapult idea did seem to come pretty…"
May 16
Roger Bellido replied to Larry I Matthews's discussion Healthcare Sticker Shock?
"My wife went into surgery last week to remove some uterine fibroids and a Histerectomy.  It cost us $1,525.00 for a 3 day stay + plus operating room and all included.  I have to paid additionally $275.00 for other medication, lab test not…"
May 16
B & A in Brisas replied to Larry I Matthews's discussion Healthcare Sticker Shock?
"All of it is miserable...getting old that is...and having to pay for it.  Those of us over here in Brisas joke about making a huge catapult directed into the canyon out back.  When you get to the fed up stage.... we throw a big send off…"
May 16
John R. Hampton replied to Larry I Matthews's discussion Healthcare Sticker Shock?
"  Brace yourself for what's to come. My guess . . . three to five grand."
May 16

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I have lived in David for the past three years. I recently published a novel, 'Angels In Panama', that is based in David. In my next novel I intend to have the characters spend more time in Boquete.

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Adiós a Panamá

Posted on May 20, 2013 at 1:20pm 9 Comments

They say that all good things must end. And although I have never really bought in to that theory, my run in Panama is coming to an end. After a great six years, on Friday May 31st I am migrating back to the U.S.  I am certainly not happy about it, but .......


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There Is A Lot Happening In Panama

Posted on April 29, 2013 at 9:27pm 0 Comments

READ ALL ABOUT IT: I updated my blog today and yes, "There Is A Lot Happening In Panama".

Just click on the link below. As always, I welcome your comments.…

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American and Gun Control

Posted on April 14, 2013 at 1:30pm 2 Comments

I posted a new article on one of my blogs today (Sunday)

"Let's all take a deep breath and take a different look at the gun control debate raging in the U.S. My thoughts are offered in a new blog posting."  See - 'Americans and Gun Control'

Link is below. I welcome your comments.…

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There Is A Lot Happening In Panama

Posted on February 8, 2013 at 1:29pm 0 Comments

I updated one of my blogs yesterday. Several of the items included in "There Is A Lot Happening In Panama" may be of interest to .ningers. 

 

As always, I welcome your comments. Here is the link

 

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