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    Phyllis Mc

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    We recently tried out Colibrí for the first time. The food was good, the service was as to be expected, but the attitude about the jubilado discount was thrown in our faces. We actually did order one of the main entrees, but apparently because it was the time of day that it was, then the discount did not apply. There was a good deal of arrogance about their "relationship" with ACODECO.

    Unlikely that we will return. We have better options without the attitude.

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    Rodny Direct

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    Allison,

    It was such a pleasure to meet you yesterday. Marcelyn and I had commented several times since starting CL last October that we would like to meet you in person. Your writings here on CL are indicative to us of someone whom we would like to know better. And your photos are great, too. We were not aware that you volunteer to help Rodny, and so when we started chatting yesterday at Señor Gyros and then learned that it was you, that was a win-win for us.

    Isn't Rodny an amazing person. Intelligent is a gross understatement. It is obvious to us that he really enjoys what he is doing, and that makes him all the more effective.

    We had never been to Señor Gryos. That meant that when we arrived to chat with Rodny and visit with Mark and Martine (good friends) that we would scope out the situation before ordering food. What a pleasant surprise. I ordered food for us (one chicken gyro wrap and a bottle of water) after looking into the kitchen area. All of our sanitation concerns were quickly set aside. The staff was friendly and knew their menu well. I spoke in my horrible Spanish and they were nice, smiling a bit as I slaughtered their language, and responded back to me in English. Food was served quickly. Everything was as ordered. It was quite tasty. Marcelyn and I do not eat much, and so our order was for one gyro wrap, "pero para compartir." They split our order in half and served it on two plates. No questions about what we were doing,

    Early on while we were at Señor Gyros, we chatted with a lady who came by to pay her Rodny Direct membership fee. We did not get introduced, but she told the story of how they had recently moved to Boquete, and then subscribed to Rodny Direct by phone but had not yet paid the membership fee. And then they had an emergency in their home involving her husband, apparently a very serious accident requiring surgeries and now convalescent care. Rodny took care of them without question. She was so appreciative. Another unsolicited testimonial about Rodny Direct.

    And then we saw Mark Perren-Jones (not sure if his last name is hyphenated or not?). Because of our travels, we haven't seen him in a long time. And then we had another pleasant surprise -- he is the owner of Señor Gyros.

    Lunch yesterday at this Rodny event was full of good memories. Meeting you (Allison), chatting with Rodny, seeing Mark and Martine, reconnecting with Mark PJ, and discovering a great place to have lunch. We definitely will go back to Señor Gyros, probably frequently. Besides good food and service and clean facilities, where else can two people have lunch for $6.00, plus a tip?

    And then Mark and Martine stopped by our place late yesterday for a visit. Apparently it was another very successful enrollment day for Rodny Direct. Some 14 more memberships for his service.

    There are several "and then's" in this posting. Yesterday was just full of good "and then's". We like those kinds of days.

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    Phyllis Mc

    Posted

    Dottie,

    Language Transfer is the "company" name. This is all free stuff, and available on the Internet through various channels. Here is their website (specifically for the Spanish courses): http://www.languagetransfer.org/#!complete-spanish/c1313

    You can also find this series on YouTube, which is typically where I listen to the lessons. Even though it is on YouTube, which is a video medium, there is only audio and one static picture that displays.

    I don't want to say this series is the best thing since sliced bread, but it is really good for the way my mind processes information. I highly recommend it, but if it doesn't work for you, then look elsewhere. I will most likely repeat this course at least one more time, possibly two. It is that good.

    Phyllis also had a couple of other resources that she identified. Try looking at her blog entry at: http://www.chiriqui.life/blogs/entry/109-dont-be-afraid-learn-spanish/

    Bud

    Phyllis Mc

    Posted

    To me, this blog is one of the joys of offering and administering CL.

    In my words, Twin Wolf is suggesting letting others experience life vicariously through the writings of someone else. That works for me as well. In fact, that was part of our vision about what CL could and hopefully would be.

    I also agree with NOT focusing on "selling" others on the value of moving here, but rather sharing of the ad hoc experiences that make this area so special, bordering on unique.

    Marcelyn and I have a [Canadian] friend who travels frequently, sometimes together with us, and who writes well. His blog entries make us feel like we are there traveling with him. The blogging is not long or tedious, but rather short with carefully chosen words, sprinkled with a few photographs.

    Hil is another CL blog owner who writes of his experiences. And then there are the activity announcements by JM regarding the periodic walks that he (assuming JM to be male) schedules. His photos are simply captivating to my way of thinking.

    There is a lot of bad stuff going on in our lives at this time, and these positives are definitely appreciated.

    Thank you Phyllis -- and Hil, and Twin Wolf, and JM, et al.

    P.S. For Phyllis, I am up to lesson 67 in the Language Transfer series that you brought to my attention. My Spanish language skills definitely are improving because of one of your blog posts.

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    Clare Taylor

    Posted

    We went to the event this afternoon at the Boquete Library. A large number of photographic works were being viewed (and appreciated) by a large number of attendees. There were several very impressive photographs. Not wanting to take anything away from the other photographs, but my favorite was one in color of a hummingbird by Robert Braun.

    Free refreshments (drinks and munchies), but I didn't taste any of the munchies. Also, lots of good conversation, and many friends and newcomers were there.

    What pleasantly surprised me was the inclusion of works of art by both expatriates and several Panamanian photographers, some from as far away as Colon and PC. I thought that was a wonderful integration.

    Kudos to the photo club. Very glad that we went, and we look forward to more such exhibits.

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    Hil

    Posted

    Now I am writing as a regular member (my other persona is Admin_01).

    i now look forward to your posts, having a small sample to work from. What you write and how you present your thoughts are exactly what we (my wife and I) want this website to become well known for. You are helping fulfill our goal for this website. Thank you for that.

    We hope others follow your lead, and many have. Chiriqui.Life is off to a good start, but there are some rough edges. We are working on those edges.

    Keep 'em coming.

    Bud

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