This blog is to share the adventures and misadventures of moving to Panama. Or maybe better said, what happens when the dream comes true...and, will the dream actually be a dream or a disaster or something in between. Stay tuned for the unfolding.
I have already experienced the difference between dreaming vs. the actual commitment to make that dream happen. Dreaming is fun, expansive, free wheeling and joyful. The decision to move immediately created problems, upset, fear, work, work and more work. Where is the fun in that?
Now, 25 days before I actually get on an airplane and fly off to Panama for good, I am just flat out worried...about everything...all the plans...all the things that need to happen and haven't...all the things promised to happen...and on and on. Where is the joy, my friends?
I can see it faintly in the distance, just an hint of something. I will confess to a lot of adrenaline. Something like a low grade current running through my body. Maybe the hint of excitement.
So many friends, co-workers, bank tellers and anyone else who knows about our move, all say with one voice: way to go, congratulations, you are doing the right thing! Sometimes I want to slug them and yell: why don't you try it and then let me know how you are doing.
Clearly, everyone is supportive. This universal sentiment seems to support someone who is making a dream come true. This is a side of humanity seldom scene and I appreciate it. I just lose sight of this from time to time when I am immersed in the confront of making the move.
I know, I know. Quit whining! What is wrong with you? You are the one going to paradise. Suck it up. Get a grip. Kick the pity pot through the window. For crying out loud!
Yes, you are right. It is time for paradise. So away we go!
From time to time, Yella my partner in this adventure, will be chiming in to let you know "the real truth." Who knows, I might even enjoy reading her perspective.
Hopefully, this blog will at least be entertaining and possibly informative. Your comments will be appreciated.
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Yea yea, hey man up and take it like a little girl, will ya. We all know why you are going...so we can all say goodbye and give you more stuff...cry a little...get some sympathy for a day or two and then when you are gone...we will all talk about you behind your back...you know how it is Tom! It is friggin GREAT! I love you- Bob
Bob, I knew you would appreciate my whining. Human nature is baffling. In the face of a great adventure, I'm suffering! Thanks for your friendship and support. I can't wait to show you around when you visit. I love and cherish you, Tom
Hey buddy, I made it to your blog site and I have to say it is quite impressive. You did it my friend, I know you thought it was not going to be possible but you demonstrated commitment and kaizan (constant and consistant forward progress) BRAVO!! CHIEF!! So you get the real reward of opening up your life to a new adventure while the rest of us disgusting people live out our lives of quiet desperation. I know the adventure will be magnificent and I want to congratulate you on taking MASSIVE ACTION to get this done. Will miss you in our weekly encounters and will catch up with your sorry ass sooner rather than later. I'm on my way baby, just give me a little more time.
Johnnie
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