Davie Pete has left 22 comments

Davie Pete comments on

Peter, Perhaps it is time to consider a new area. All things that cause an outcry could be relegated to the "Sandbox". When I first came to this site I railed against some of Elmos stuff, and now I observe that he is not so creative as he used to be. (perhaps as a result of your more stringent policies?) Maybe a "sandbox" or "romper room" would be a means for the Elmos to continue their arts, whilst protecting some of us more "sensitive" types. This would also have the effect of maintaining a good level of traffic for the whole of PBH What you'll think?

Davie Pete comments on Looking for a place to stay walking distance from the Embassy for our interview

Hotel Platinum Suites Diag. 22 B No. 40- 76,Bogota, Colombia It truly is walking distance to the Embassy, at least for this European! (and long time American) Sorry I don't have a phone # but the address should be enough. One thing to consider - you will spend a long time waiting in line in the open. If it rains it could be unpleasant. I went prepared with plastic ponchos, but fortunately didn't need to use them. Good luck!

Davie Pete comments on

Many people would equate giving up so easily as stupid!

Davie Pete comments on What became of our latest English bus drivin' member?

Not so the future and stability of Colombia is at stake here!

Davie Pete comments on What became of our latest English bus drivin' member?

He's taking english lessons

Davie Pete comments on Required; political info

Thanks Buggy, great info. So is anyone clean, or is everything an illusion?

Davie Pete comments on 100% Colombian huh?

Elmo how can you identify as a Colombian? When your people owned and ruled their own land it wasn't called Colombia!!! I think you are a typical yank!

Davie Pete comments on What's the latest on this: SHOTS??? por la immigraciones?

Yesterday, in the mail, from the NVC, I got a copy of packet #4 with the date of my wife's interview. The vaccination requirements were listed thus; Mumps, measles, rubella, polio, tetanus and diptheria toxoids, pertussis, influenzae type b (Hib), hepatitis B, varicella, pneumococcal, and influenza. Hope this helps.

Davie Pete comments on Interview at Consulate

Thanks CG I reviewed vj but am still unclear. Let me try to be more specific. Is the interviewee expected to provide documents for the interview, and if so what are they? Sorry if I seem dense, I know for a fact that my mind does not mesh with the bureaucratic mentality and it causes me endless heartache!! Thanks again.

DP

Davie Pete comments on Interview at Consulate

Well I've applied for a K3 for my wife, and an interview is imminent (I hope), and in different places I read that documents are required for the interview. I would not want us to show up without what is required! What is the interviewers-INS requirements? Also I should add that my (step)-son is part of the deal (K4)

Davie Pete comments on Something better to talk about

Rocinante, be patient, and keep it in the public forum. I DO have things to say to you!

Davie Pete comments on Something better to talk about

Rocinante,

I left the fray because of work commitments, but I am following (from the sidelines) a debate which is evolving into something, I think, worthwhile. Don't give way to cynicism. What you desire for this site can be accomplished and still leave room for the dimwits. (If Peter so desires).

The things that you presumed about me are pretty far of the mark, but I put that down to an understandable fit of bile. The tone that has prevailed in the period I have been visiting the site is disappointing, and I can understand your attitude. However, I was able to learn some things of personal value to me.

Strobers, you’re a level headed sort of person and I appreciate your defense of me to OlgaLucia. I trust that now she sees me in a different light. Perhaps she went back and reread what I actually said.

P.S. did anyone notice a difference in Elmo’s tone? A slight, slight shift to decency? Remember Elmo, I am still prepared to expose your true identity.

Davie Pete comments on Something better to talk about

Great game guys,even though Great game guys,

even though I had some serious intentions, and plan to continue with other plays, pressure of work requires that I leave the field for a while.
Y’all are a fun crowd to talk to, but we (we know who we are – conspiracy?) are going to work on getting your brains out of your crotch once in a while, and increase the scope of a great forum!
See y’all later.

Davie Pete comments on My Combiana novia said GOD IS NUMBER 1 and I am number 2

Shawn, its possible that God has selected you to provide for her. Quite an honor - and responsibility. Are you man enough for it?

Davie Pete comments on Something better to talk about

Wastelandlive, I really appreciate your interest, but if you’re looking for some multi million dollar grandiose scheme, keep looking. This is where I’m coming from. I’m close to retirement and will have enough to get by. I have grown children in the USA and grand children who are fairly well setup. So my new wife and her family will be my primary focus.

I may be able to set them up in some kind of business to ease their situation. But it is early days yet and I will need to understand them better and to get their input before acting.

In studying the society there I came across what I originally thought was a small charity in Barranquilla. Evidently it is famous and devoted to helping people injured by the landmines planted by the guerillas. I had mentioned it to my wife and she expressed an interest in assisting also My feeling was if only I could clean toilets (I don’t have a big ego; and perhaps could get some pointers from Elmo) it would be a help and encouragement. Basically what I am seeking is action on a personal level and also to be an example to others who can be motivated to do likewise. Every little helps as the little boy said as he peed in the ocean!

The most important thing is to want to be part of the cure instead of part of the problem.

Davie Pete comments on

DG very insightful, and if I may add, if she has children, observe them. They will tell you the essence of her character. Then take a long hard look in a mirror. (Metaphorically speaking) and determine if your two lives have the same values, if not do both of you a favor and move on!

Davie Pete comments on Something better to talk about

RJQ of course you are correct, and I agree with you. I’ve had four trips to Colombia, and two Colombian wives. What I said was tongue-in-cheek, and really aimed at the guys who aim low and with a little thought could write better more useful commentaries. The only one who is able to elevate a sordid topic is Elmo, but if he doesn’t soon show a little heart I’ll expose him. I know who he really is.

Podborski, remember demolition derbys? It’s me, I never saw destructive behaviour as fun or entertaining.

C4C, I’m sorry if my tone seemed sarcastic, as you said “you see what you see” My intention was to steer the discourse onto some of the better aspects of the country and it’s people.

Davie Pete comments on Something better to talk about

Sorry C4C but the distinction between some and all is not carefully made my most, if not all of the posters, and I did not go to "our public schools". Don't split hairs and try to tackle the substance of my thread.

Davie Pete comments on Something better to talk about

Thanks for your input Mecca, but what I was really blowing off steam about is the forum being dragged down to such a narrow and negative debate (low class usless entertainment). For all the history of mankind the guy with economic advantage got the women,and that is true in latin america also. It is not uncommon to see a young woman with a man if he can provide for the woman and her offspring. Not too much wrong with that. But the exploitation of the sexual drive for nothing more than physical satisfaction is in my opinion a depressing ambition. and when I read intelligent and cultivated people seemingly obsessed with that pursuit it wrankles.

Davie Pete comments on Advice/Information Solicited

Pearly Gates! Ah, aguadiente, yo recuerdo una noche en Villeta. . .

Davie Pete comments on Advice/Information Solicited

Source Visa Appreciate all your feedback guys, and Gator, you seem to have your finger squarely on the Colombian pulse. But, what is a source visa?

Davie Pete comments on Advice/Information Solicited

That marrying / retirement thing Robert, I appreciate your comments. We are planning to marry in Barranquilla, and have encountered a few hurdles most of which seem to be dealt with. The worst is this; I have a British birth certificate, but live in the U.S. It needs to be apostillado - has to be done in London. What B.S.! The Colombian Consulate official in Miami said that a Colombian notary has the discretion to accept it with or without apostille. We're going to try that route. San Andres could be a resource.

But give me your opinion - anybody - if I take early retirement what I get will do pretty good in Colombia, but what about minimum income requirements to support an imported wife! the I.N.S. means test Eventually I want to bring her back to the U.S.