I took the plunge....

goin_south says on Mar 28, 2007, 22:42:

Have you picked your seat(s) yet? on de plane? lol

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thur says on Mar 29, 2007, 01:58:

Relax. The prices won't go down, so you'll feel good about it all the way.
Greetings,

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gringolondinense says on Mar 29, 2007, 02:16:

well how much did you invest in your ticket captain?

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gringoloid says on Mar 29, 2007, 10:19:

Captain.... did you see where the price of oil went up 7% in one hour this morning? I think the prices will be the same or maybe even higher this summer.....

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aztec says on Mar 29, 2007, 10:32:

depends on... ...whether or not bombs are dropped on Iran. Better pay attention to your investments in the event that happens. At least temporarily the bottom will fall out.

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cali373 says on Mar 29, 2007, 13:05:

So Captain. What places are you planning to go?

I will be in Colombia July and August, starting out on the caribbean coast and then mostly in the big cities of the interior during August. I am still in the planning phases of exactly what events I am doing but I CAN'T WAIT!!!

Smile if you are a thinker!

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englishsettler says on Mar 29, 2007, 14:38:

forget the ticket price, just enjoy the holiday

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CaptainHowdy says on Mar 29, 2007, 15:24:

Well... Let me tell you, there's NO way I can forget the ticket price. I'm somewhat of a penny pincher, so I watch what few dollars I have.
I'll be in Manizales and Pereira with a friend as my tour guide and translator.
I got my ticket for less than $700. I'm happy with that...
I forgot to pick my seat. I'd better go do that...Thanks...

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CaptainHowdy says on Mar 30, 2007, 11:48:

Anything else? When packing for Colombia, what are some things that one might forget if this is the first time packing for Colombia? Is there anything I am going to want/need when I get there that I would have never thought of packing? I'm going to pack everything I can into a huge suitcase and carry on my camera and CD's. I'll pack clothing for both cold and hot climate, cameras, comfortable walking shoes, and I'll just use the ATM's in Colombia for money. Anything I might forget? I'm not leaving until June but I want to plan ahead for a change!!!

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manINred says on Mar 30, 2007, 12:07:

Photocopy your documentation and keep one photocopy on you at all times, especially in bogota.

Bring stylish clothes to enjoy the nightlife, and the rest of your clothes should suit the activities that you envisage doing. A pocket dictionary/phrasebook may be useful, as well as a money belt.

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CaptainHowdy says on Mar 30, 2007, 12:33:

Repellant I just read in another thread that mosquitos are bad in Parque Tayrona. Can anyone validate or refute this claim?
Photocopies of documentation is an excellent idea...consider it done.

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southern151 says on Mar 30, 2007, 14:18:

Don't forget... Condums, a gun, a stun gun, a pre-cut straw(for snorting coke) and the antidote for that drug that the Colombian hookers always seem to be putting in gringos ron. LMAO!

Sorry, I had to say it. I was only joking. It sounds like you have pretty much everything that you will need. It is just my experience but, you'll find almost anything that you forgot to take at any store there. It's not as "third world" as some people think.

Way to plan ahead! I wish that would have had time to plan that far ahead.

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goin_south says on Mar 30, 2007, 14:55:

no worry, southern; it'll take alot of that drug ...to put Captain Howdy Down.
By looking, I don't think he'll be able to run,
and, he won't be able to hide ;)

U can run but you can't hide

I'D RATHER BE.........IN COLOMBIA :-))

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ecco says on Mar 30, 2007, 15:45:

Hi CaptainHowdy! I also bought a ticket recently for what will be my first trip to Colombia later this year- travelling from Europe. I will be a couple of months behind you though.

The ticket I bought nearly two weeks ago and since then the price has risen £20 or so ($40 ish).

Hope you have a great time!

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CaptainHowdy says on Mar 30, 2007, 16:27:

Sorry..ecco I have no idea how much that is...I'm not from england...

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ecco says on Mar 30, 2007, 16:38:

about forty dollars ;)
Or in other words, the ticket today is about 4% more than it was when I bought it two weeks ago. It's a lot but it's an expensive time of year to fly. I'd be very content if I paid what you did :)

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CaptainHowdy says on Mar 30, 2007, 16:47:

Thanks.... The ticket wouldn't be as much if I lived in LAX or MIA...but I don't. That's an extra leg I have to pay for but I'm still going to Colombia...I'm going to watch prices with a vested interest and see how much I saved by buying early...Personally, I hope the price goes wwaaaayyyy up....That'll make me feel good!!!!!

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goin_south says on Mar 30, 2007, 19:17:

Hey CH; yer done, man. Now how 'bout the rest of us???
Man, be nice! I jus had a lingering thing with my ex- break for my good today, so in the next 3 or 4 weeks, I'm gonna be buying another ticket south...you could send some good cheer for lower prices for me, couldn't ya?

U can run but you can't hide

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mecca says on Mar 30, 2007, 19:22:

but hey Feliz, are you gonna fly business class or "coche"...jajajaajajaja I think you're a coche kinda guy, yo tambien.

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CaptainHowdy says on Mar 30, 2007, 20:33:

LOL OK...You got me...I'll be content with prices going down a bit...but not toooo much... :) As long as they skyrocket right before I leave and make me proud I didn't wait...How's that? And, as for what class I'm flying, I'm definitely coche...Heck, I'd ride in the baggage compartment if I could get it cheap enough...I just want to get there. I'm not worried about style!

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mecca says on Mar 30, 2007, 21:01:

CH, sorry..it's a joke between Feliz and myself. Long story about building a "coche de bebe grande" and having our girls push us around like a huge baby....well, it's kind of a running joke. Have fun.

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goin_south says on Mar 30, 2007, 21:32:

ch, you ought to be hoping prices going down, down, down... 'cause I think they are gonna make you buy 'another ticket', right next to the first...jajaa

Mecca, do you reside in Cali?
(Do you mecca lot of $$$?)
Don't be tellin anyone,
cause then you could get
Knocked-off! beforehand,..

U can run but you can't hide en
"El Chipe Chape Coche de Bebe"

I'D RATHER BE.........IN COLOMBIA :-))

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goin_south says on Mar 30, 2007, 21:57:

E... he took the plunger.

U can run but you can't hide

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mecca says on Mar 30, 2007, 22:51:

jajajaaj Chipe Chape Coche de Bebe....SIIIII Feliz, I live in the states, and only get to go to Colombia right now for vacation. I'd love to move there someday. I'm spending all my time on this PATENT for the "coche". When that's finished, I want to sell it to GM, Ford or to another japanese automaker. Then i'll be set, jajajajaa

Seriously, man that's terrible about that guy!!

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billyb says on Mar 30, 2007, 22:58:

Howdy, how about enjoying your trip... and quit tripping on how much you saved or overspent? I mean how anal.

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goin_south says on Mar 30, 2007, 22:59:

that'll mecca lotta dough. Yo penso.
pero, quiza necesito
La ayuda de 'poco'.

Cuando, y donde?

I'D RATHER BE.........IN COLOMBIA :-))

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mecca says on Mar 30, 2007, 23:13:

Feliz, where do you travel to in CO?? Is your girl down there??

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goin_south says on Mar 30, 2007, 23:19:

Maybe Cali, or, maybe Medellin again....pronto. Destination....Pasto?
But, don't tell everyone...
(No quiero viver con Farc!)
I just like to throw those firecrackers out
at a bunch of them standing around,
as we pass through Remolinnnnnnnaaaaajajajaa!

I can run pretty fast.

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mecca says on Mar 30, 2007, 23:21:

jajajaaja..those firecrackers would get some attention... Pero no eres un Pastuso no??

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goin_south says on Mar 30, 2007, 23:22:

But, since this might be my last trip down for a long while... except for maybe bogota in a few more months...
I want to go stay en hotel and fishing at Laguna de la ...."COCHE!"
(another new twist on El Coche de Bebe)

U can run but you can't hide

I'D RATHER BE.........IN COLOMBIA :-))

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goin_south says on Mar 30, 2007, 23:23:

soy un Pastuso Honorarrio I can still hide in her apartmento,
in the room with the dog.

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mecca says on Mar 30, 2007, 23:25:

jajajaja, "with the dog"...jajajajajaja yeah, gotta be careful in the deep south for sure.

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goin_south says on Mar 30, 2007, 23:26:

'the deep south'? of Colombia? Are you gonna start tellin Pasto jokes, now?

U can run but you can't hide

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goin_south says on Mar 30, 2007, 23:29:

y, tu? mecca? You headin south, soon?

U can run but you can't hide

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goin_south says on Mar 30, 2007, 23:31:

hey, .... que pasa? I hope yer not reportin me to jacintobud and colombiamike!!!
lol
U can run but you can't hide

I'D RATHER BE.........IN COLOMBIA :-))

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mecca says on Mar 30, 2007, 23:31:

Hell no, I dated a girl from there.. she was always sensitive about me telling other people she was from Pasto. I had no idea for like a year that there were even jokes about Pasto. But, from what I hear from her it can get dicy down there. I remember a discovery channel thing about the volcano there. It went off and there were filming it, running away..crazy !!

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goin_south says on Mar 30, 2007, 23:47:

naaaaah. jus covered with ashes.
U can run but you can't hide!!!!!!!!

I'D RATHER BE.........IN COLOMBIA :-))

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goin_south says on Mar 30, 2007, 23:48:

check pptdes again.
U can run but you can't hide

I'D RATHER BE.........IN COLOMBIA :-))

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CaptainHowdy says on Mar 31, 2007, 20:59:

Finally, back up.. I wasn't able to access the internet this morning so I went to the big city and went shopping. I got a couple pair of shorts and a few Hawaiian shirts...not really...A few shirts for relaxing, yes, but definitely not HAWAIIAN shirts..
And, you know, they refer to me as "anal retentive" at work, too. I mean, I must sit in the same spot every day at lunch, everyone else should sit in the same spot, my desk remains clean, my clothes always look good with that crisp, clean crease in them, and I just like to do things in the same order all the time. Basically, I think the term "anal retentive" is a term disorganized people have for organized people. You know what they say, "If you can't beat them, ridicule them!" LOL...Truth be known, I really live on a tight budget and don't make a lot of money so every few dollars saved or overspent on a ticket is money that could have gone for something else. I'm sure you all make $40,000+ a year so you have a little more of a nest egg than I do. I've saved for 2 years to make this trip and I'm really stoked about it. It's going to be a vacation to remember...for the right reasons, I hope!!! :)

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CaptainHowdy says on Mar 31, 2007, 21:25:

Wow!!! I just checked the plane fares on allcheapfares.com (where I bought my ticket) and they're about $100 more than I paid 2 nights ago. WOW!!!! That's unbelievable!!!

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billyb says on Mar 31, 2007, 21:42:

Howdy, my point is... just fuckin' enjoy your vacation and quit checking on the current air fares.

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bamapits3 says on Mar 31, 2007, 22:06:

pennies? Well I am sorry to say, but it seems like many people who travel to colombia are scared to spend money. I dont understand this, cause when most get around females down there, they are millionaires, but worry about spending an extra 100 because the plane ticket went up....it just doesnt make sense, I know dont spend it if you dont have to, but lets be realistic, I travel to medellin every 3 1.2 months and my plane ticket ranges from 1650-2000 dollars a trip, you think if it goes to 2100 I am going to not go....be real....If you cant afford to travel to a third world country, stay home and leave the woman for the guys who have a few pennies they arent worried about......southern151? whatcha think, agree?

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billyb says on Mar 31, 2007, 22:09:

Bama, the thing is.... that they are not officially millionaires until the plane touches down in Colombia. When the plane lands back in the USA, it turns into a pumpkin.

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bamapits3 says on Mar 31, 2007, 22:25:

......... I guess that is a way to look at it, but you need to understand where I am coming from. i am not singling my self out cause money goes further in that country, but so many guys complain abotu a penny hear and a penny there when they are with the most beautiful woman they hav ever been with in there life and say she used them for a taxi ride or taxi money, ordered the most expensive thing on the menu, but when they head back to canada, the states, europe or wherever they are from, will never have a girl like that again....Nothing is free in this world and i dont know why it is so hard to understand that, these girls are great women, well some of them, but they like to be taken care of, and if you want a 10 (Dime) Then you will have to have dime money......know what I mean....I just want someone to finally agree, everyone is always hating, someone please just admit it.....

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utopiacowboy says on Mar 31, 2007, 22:35:

I don't know what to tell you, Bamapits, except this: "Drink Hatorade, Official PBSH drink."

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bamapits3 says on Mar 31, 2007, 22:44:

I can tell Ha, I can tell you are one of these guys I am talking about....haha...I see your posts on here a lot and didnt think that, but Hatorade, haha....read that post on the american killed this week.....hope its not you next...

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goin_south says on Mar 31, 2007, 23:55:

(((I just checked the plane fares on allcheapfares.com (where I bought my ticket) and they're about $100 more than I paid 2 nights ago. WOW!!!! That's unbelievable!!!)))

Thank your good friends in IRAN and England, Captn Howdy.

Can someone, maybe Kat1, get a GPS to the British Navy???

I'D RATHER BE.........IN COLOMBIA :-))

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CaptainHowdy says on Apr 1, 2007, 00:09:

??? Thank your good friends in IRAN and England, Captn Howdy

I don't get the meaning of that, feliz...

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billyb says on Apr 1, 2007, 00:13:

I think we need Maggy Thatcher back.... ...What balls on that lady...

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goin_south says on Apr 1, 2007, 00:14:

go read the news. U can run but you can't hide

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billyb says on Apr 1, 2007, 00:16:

Like FelizA.... likes to point out, spend a couple of dollars more and treat her to a nice place.

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billyb says on Apr 1, 2007, 00:17:

Feliz, what news?? ??

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CaptainHowdy says on Apr 1, 2007, 00:31:

I will treat her nicely.. I don't have a bottomless bank account..I did not come from money...I will never have a large retirement account... I've always watched what I spent because of this...If I save $100 on my plane ticket, I now have $100 more to spend on her...I will spend money where I deem it acceptable...Paying more for a plane ticket than I have to is not acceptable...I want the lowest posssible price...That frees up money for more enjoyable experiences. That's pretty much it in a nutshell.

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billyb says on Apr 1, 2007, 00:35:

Captain, the point is.. you have already spent the money, so don't worry about it, otherwise you will ruin what will otherwise be a fantastic time.

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CaptainHowdy says on Apr 1, 2007, 00:51:

Ok.. I'm thinking about it, I'm watching it...but I'm not worrying about it...I might learn something if the prices go down like buy later... If prices go up, I'll learn to buy sooner...There's a method to my madness...

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goin_south says on Apr 1, 2007, 01:03:

good 'shroooooms'.
PoorButshroomHappy
Damn; I wish I had something more than this Sailor Jerry's!

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panthdave says on Apr 1, 2007, 05:29:

Captain Howdy Enjoy yourself Listen to Billy B. Very difficult with a character like you to spend alot of money in Colombia. Yes the Base Fares have risen on American but thats not because of Iran or Oil.. Thats because all the gringos are paying anyprice to get to Colombia..or I know Medellin. Screwing me up I have to switch now to Copa from Miami where I am get 411.00 including the departure tax out of Medellin. I fly every two to three weeks to Medellin from MIA..I watch my fares because I go every two to three weeks and 40.00 is alot and the savings for one year is good but if I was going on vacation I would not watch my funds I would party my ass off and enjoy. I am little economic now..but I know the ropes in Medellin but that comes from mistakes and time in Medellin.
MIA-MDE Base Fares
American Base Fare Now:434.00 plus Taxes www.aa.com
Avianca Base Fare Now:334.00 plus Taxes:www.avianca.com/us
Copa Base Web Fare: 325.00 plus Taxes only on www.copaair.com
Purchase at least two weeks in advance not holidays
So the only one that the base fare has risen is American because so many Gringos are connecting from other cities to my Happy Hour Flight out of Miami which leaves me no seats...UGHHHHHHHHHH
Well Screw American Here I am Copa...Your going to love me..



panthdave Miami

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CaptainHowdy says on Apr 1, 2007, 10:02:

ok Folks, I will enjoy myself in Colombia. I'm meeting my friend...She works during the week but we'll have the evening together and we'll have a cheap little place to stay. We'll be with her parents and kids during the weekend but I promise I'm going to have a good time...I'm also going to keep tabs on ticket prices....Like I said earlier, I'm totally stoked about the trip....

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southern151 says on Apr 1, 2007, 10:29:

Captain... You'll be pleasantly surprised at how inexpensive things are there compared to what we are accustomed to in the US. I nearly fell out of my chair when I took a friend to a very nice restaraunt for steaks and drinks(both of which were really good) and was out of there for roughly $26US.

Apparently, you are very aware of your budget and it's limits so, I'm sure that you will be fine. You can have a good time on very little money there. I was hard at it all week while I was there, out every day for lunch, dinner and bars and still didn't spend $500 for the entire week. Keep in mind that was me living very loosely while I was there.

Bama...
I am very much like you when it comes to my vacations. I've never really let a couple of hundred dollars stop me but(I'm by no means rich!) for some people it's not that easy or maybe their smarter than me to live tighter. I believe CH is in the education field and I know the salaries are not near what they deserve(I once dated a teacher). BTW, many props to all that are in education. It is truly a labor of love. It damn sure isn't about the money. CH, you live in Texas, right? Be glad you're not in Louisiana! They are some of the lowest paid teachers in the nation(again, I dated a teacher here in LA so, that's my source). Thanks again, for your service, Captain.

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CaptainHowdy says on Apr 1, 2007, 11:02:

yes, southern Texas teachers are about 36th on the low end of the pay scale. I do it because it's a calling, not a choice. There are a few states that pay less and I feel bad for them...It's considered a female profession and, well, you know how people trivialize what they do. But, I will tell you the truth, I am happy teaching...very happy...
Anyway, I am aware that things are cheaper in Colombia and am looking forward to buying things cheaply. Last summer in Mexico, I enjoyed the "fine" dining at the precio muy barato. I ate well!!!! I wasn't hungry for 10 days!!!

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goin_south says on Apr 1, 2007, 11:20:

inflation may be alive and well in Colombia... but, damn; jus because you're only getting 2100 pesos instead of 2300. Nothing to sweat about. If so, then I guess Colombia will soon be only a destination for the RICH AND FAMOUS! jajaja.. I don't think so.

Like southern says, you're goin to find yourself smiling at what you are going to get for what you're paying, Captain.

Don't worry; be happy.

I can't wait until they get a Boze Speaker down to the size of something to wear unnoticeably on your ring finger; I'm going to go strolling through the Cali Airport with that song making the way for me :) (no boombox) Was that Wycliff Jean singing that song??? jeje.. Where's he from? Haiti? What's the native language of Haiti?

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goin_south says on Apr 1, 2007, 14:30:

but, it does indeed appear: that Continental Air out of Houston, direct to Cali has gone up to $628, at least for the summer, (or, maybe until fuel prices come back down),...from the laughable, plaudible $450 or was it $550 they had started at a year ago?

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CaptainHowdy says on Apr 1, 2007, 14:47:

Don't worry, be happy... That would be Bobby McFerrin...Sounds like a theme song for Colombia.

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panthdave says on Apr 1, 2007, 15:59:

El its not the rate its prices on items going up... El the rate is no biggie unless your doing a large transaction but I have noticed prices have gone up in Colombian on everything or there trying to get higher prices but there not getting it from me..

Vacation don't worry about anything and enjoy yourself..

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goin_south says on Apr 1, 2007, 18:37:

PBsH is a diverse group On the one hand, a certain group of people always complaining about getting ripped off.
On the other hand, a certain group always proclaiming how they can't believe how ridiculously low prices they paid for many certain things.

A reflection of the country itself: A Land of Extreme Contrasts.

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bamapits3 says on Apr 1, 2007, 21:31:

teachin Well, Being a younger individual, I would hate to be a teacher, I know there are good kids, but to many of the teenagers I couldnt put up with, no way.....I am glad we have police officers and teachers, cause I couldnt do either for the pay.

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CaptainHowdy says on Apr 1, 2007, 21:51:

I feel the same way, bama.. There are countless jobs that I would hate to do that others not only do, but they enjoy doing. I would hate to have to don a business suit each and every day and fight through corporate america. I worked for American Airlines for 7 years going to school in the evenings and then working midnight shift and attending class in the mornings. Everyone said it was a good job but I couldn't wait to graduate, quit the job, and start teaching. I am in a podunk little town in Texas that's 75% hispanic, but I really enjoy it. Whatever that desire is in your heart, follow it. Don't worry about the pay. Of course, I'd like to earn more money but not at the cost of sacrificing my happiness. I'll just manage with what I have. And, by the way, I couldn't put up with the high schoolers, either...I teach 6th grade.

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utopiacowboy says on Apr 1, 2007, 21:57:

Sixth grade is a pretty good grade to teach. They haven't lost all fear of adults so that works in your favor. Are you in the Valley? You don't see some hot mamacitas in your podunk little town? Even in our relatively small Latino population, there are some real babes. Of course I am only now meeting them thanks to my wife. A dollar late and a day short.

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southern151 says on Apr 2, 2007, 13:56:

No doubt CH... Follow your heart or you'll wind up like me! A job I could truly never have seen myself doing in places that I never wanted to see(for the most part). I am truly soulless but the money and time off seems to counter my overall discontent with what I do professionally.
I am a whore in my business. Really, I can't imagine what it is like to look forward to going to work. :(

Ok, enough pity! LOL When I grew up, I was gonna be a famous rock star! Pretty lofty dreams so, I settled. I still get to tour...in a sense.

I agree with Bama cuz I would slap the shit out of the first kid that came acting like I did in school. LOL but I'm serious at the same time. I liked to question a lot of teachers and their credibility. Maybe I should have been an attorney! That was for you UC. HAHA

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CaptainHowdy says on Apr 2, 2007, 18:03:

A few mamacitas here.. I be content in the valley but I'm actually in West Texas. Nothing out here but oil and farming, mostly cotton, but a few peanuts. I grew up out here so it's home in my heart. When you're a teacher, it seems as though everyone treats you differently. They look at you kinda like a preacher. I'd love to meet a hot mamacita but the few girls I've been introduced to have all been primpy, high maintenance, status kind of girls. I want a girl who comes from nothing, has nothing, and will appreciate what little I can offer her. She should appreciate what I give her, not expect it! Therefore, I seek a Colombiana.

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utopiacowboy says on Apr 3, 2007, 06:10:

I like West Texas. One of my daughters graduated from Texas Tech.

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CaptainHowdy says on Apr 3, 2007, 14:51:

Cool... Tech is a pretty big deal out here. The school is what keeps Lubbock beating. Most adults are big Tech fans, much like in Nebraska. The younger folks, however, are more drawn to the University of Texas. I tell them not to worry, they're still young and there's still hope for them!!! LOL The landscape is not much to look at out here but the people make it all worthwhile. Good folks...My amiga has sent photos of Colombia and it looks soooo beautiful...green grass...mountains... snow...everything is so clean. I am excited about my trip. I'll proabably take like 1000 pictures, I'm sure!!! LOL And then I have my camcorder as well. Of course, some of my videos will not be for all eyes to see!!!!!!!! Colombia sounds better every day!

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utopiacowboy says on Apr 3, 2007, 21:27:

I hope to persuade more of my children to go to Tech but who knows? They may go astray and end up at UT or A&M. One thing about Tech and Lubbock - it's the land of the pelirubias. Gorgeous girls if that's your type but if you prefer las pelinegras como yo it's rough.

Disclaimer: any comment I make is inane and is not to be taken seriously, and is so patently ridiculous that no one should take it seriously, even as an insult.

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goin_south says on Apr 5, 2007, 23:20:

You gotta like a team with a name like RED RAIDERS!

I'D RATHER BE.........IN COLOMBIA :-))

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mecca says on Apr 6, 2007, 00:11:

yeah...the Kahuku red raiders... go hawaii..

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CaptainHowdy says on Apr 6, 2007, 09:00:

True.. I like the 3 coolest colors on earth when combined...Red, white, and black. There are no finer combination of colors than those 3 colors. You can't help but look and feel good when decked out in red, white, and black. Of course, I may not be totally objective as my high school colors were red, white, and black. And, yes, Red Raiders is a cool name as well....

Teaching preteens the things they need to know!

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sweet160 says on Apr 12, 2007, 06:18:

retentive, I am a Jew also and proud of it Me too I like to save money for travelling and to do that I have to be quite stingy to be able to do it...

Hope you have a good time there!!..., how much did you scrape together for howlonga time in COlombia?

Greetz Zweet

" its a dog eat dog world, and I will eat your dog! "

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cali373 says on Apr 12, 2007, 14:13:

CD´s? what no ipod or mp3 player?

Smile if you are a thinker!

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