Life in the Mountains: Cool Breezes, Cozy Vibes, and Coffee with a View
Mountain towns like Boquete and El Valle de Antón are a world away from the coast — cooler, greener, and a whole lot cozier. Mornings here are made for coffee — and not just any coffee. We’re talking locally grown, shade-dried, award-winning beans that make you feel like a coffee snob even if you weren’t…
Life on the Beach: Flip-Flops, Fruit Stands, and Sunset Friendships
Living in a beach town in Panamá isn’t just about views — though, yes, you’ll get those postcard-perfect ocean sunrises. Your days start early — not because you have to, but because the golden morning light and chorus of tropical birds make it hard to sleep in. The air is warm, the sky is bright,…
Healthcare in Panamá: Surprisingly Awesome (and Amazingly Affordable)
If you’re daydreaming about a life in paradise, you’re probably picturing beaches, palm trees, and a frosty drink or two — not hospital waiting rooms. But let’s be honest: when you’re retired and reinventing your life, good healthcare matters. And the great news? Panamá seriously delivers. In fact, it might just be one of the…
5 Signs You’re Ready for a Big Life Change
There’s a funny thing about big life changes: they often start quietly. With a nudge. Or a restless feeling you can’t quite shake. If you’re wondering whether it’s time for something new — something bold — chances are, that quiet voice inside you has been dropping hints. But sometimes it helps to hear how someone…
Why Move to Panamá? 5 Big Reasons Baby Boomers Are Loving It
Dreaming of a fresh start? See why more Baby Boomers are choosing Panamá for sunshine, savings, and a vibrant new chapter abroad! Or “Why I moved to Panamá”⛵️ Sometimes, life taps you on the shoulder and whispers, “Hey… there’s so much more out there.” Other times, it hits you with a frying pan called snow…
Surviving the EF5 Tornado: A Journey of Healing
What was left of the bathroom under which we were buried. No basement, no safe room, just sitting ducks on Sand Mountain in Henagar, AL. Sometimes when we reflect back on our lives, we remember that one day when everything shifted. For me, it was April 27, 2011. That was the day my life was…
Empowering Post-Divorce Strategies for Women: Inspiring Stories
“Divorce isn’t such a tragedy. A tragedy is staying in an unhappy marriage, teaching your children the wrong things about love. Nobody ever died of divorce. “- Jennifer Weiner After writing my book, “No Blame, No Shame – Living an Empowered Life After Divorce,” I have talked to many women who have been through a…
Pickleball and Potlucks: My Quirky Quest to Fit In Panama
So, how does an introvert crash land into the social scene of Panama within a month? First, let me say for those who know me, I may not seem like an introvert, but I was for many years, so let me walk you through my unintentional masterclass in ‘Friend-making for the Socially Reluctant’. Accidental Extrovert…
Potholes, Pooches, and Panache: Navigating Panama’s Highways with Humor.
Welcome to the hilariously unpredictable roads of Panama, where driving is less about rules and more about embracing the unexpected with a sense of humor! Picture this: Everything in Panama moves at a leisurely pace, which is great unless you’re in a car. Here, ‘slow’ takes on a whole new meaning. It’s like the country…
Moving Overseas : Things to Consider
Making the Decision In retrospect, I am very happy with the way the move unfolded. I might have waited a little longer from decision to actual move, but as I have mentioned on FB, I looked in the bathroom mirror, slapped sink with both hands and challenged the woman looking back at me with “What…
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Kimberly Kelley 