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Building in Belize

Frame of house being built in Belize by Mennonites – Best Places In The World To Retire – International LivingAfter we bought our property in Belize we were getting excited about building something where we could go and hang out
 
Initially it started as a cabin with enough room for us and the occasional visitors/family.
 
We began researching costs and wanted to pay cash for everything. After looking around the country at different types of construction, we realized our budget was not going to let us build a U.S. style home.
 
We...

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From Bucket Baths and War Zones to the Cool, Beautiful Mountain Highlands of Nicaragua

Jewel Hoff in Nicaragua – Best Places In The World To Retire – International LivingJanuary 2014, I arrived in the early afternoon in Managua airport via United Airlines. After the huge and tedious Houston Airport, the small Nicaraguan airport was a relief.  Customs stamped my passport and I paid the $10 fee.
 
I had reserved a so-called “resort” online for one night in Managua, as well as the Budget car rental. (I am deliberately omitting the name of this hotel for reasons that will become clear soon.  I will say, however,...

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It Feels Right in Panama

A group of ladies met for brunch this morning. There were eight or nine of us. Topics varied as we enjoyed coffee or tea with breakfast treats of quiches, bread, fresh fruit, even some excellent brownies. We all live in the same compound so it is easy to get together. 
 
Of course, all talk when there is a new person revolves around getting to know that person. We had a lady who has lived in our community for only a month. During one of those times...

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