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What About Living Globally?

Since I started this blog last summer, I have been doing some serious thinking about moving abroad.  I have always loved to travel and the more I think about it, the better the idea seems.

My parents went Expat 7 years ago, so the idea isn’t new in my family.  They live in Boquete, Panama and love it.  My mom started the Boquete Gourmet website which is an “Elevated Connoiseur’s Perspective of Panama”.  They have a wonderful life in a beautiful community which my mom is sharing in the blogosphere.

My parents are very social and often meet travelers in Boquete. In the past month, two different couples crossed their path and they both had a unique twist to their journey. Both couples (mid 30s) are internet entrepreneurs and are traveling around the world.  I suddenly became insanely jealous when I mom was telling me their stories. The first one picqued my interest, the second one made me think I could do it too.

Hey, why don’t I do that?  What’s stopping me?

It’s a lifestyle that many people consider CRAZY!!  “Why would you want to leave America?” asked my friends when I mentioned it to them.  It’s not so much that I want to leave America, it’s more about going out into the world, exploring everything around the globe.

Maybe it’s my gypsy spirit, but I can’t stop thinking about this idea.  I am traveling to Panama for the holidays and have to do more research into this idea.  My list of questions is lengthy, but I’ll find the answers. If you’re in Panama, we’re having a party in Bocas del Toro for New Year’s – let me know if you can attend.

If you are an Expat – will you please tell me what made you decide to do live abroad?  I’d love to hear your stories!  All the best, Joy

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