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mvefwd comments on Seeking condo in Medellin

Try this website it was really helpful to me. www.buycolombiarealty.com

mvefwd comments on Dr. Oscar Tirado

What City is he in?

mvefwd comments on elk

I am interested securing a doctor for eye surgery in Medellin. Please provide as much info as possible.

mvefwd comments on Poblado - Best or Worst of Medellin?

I just returned from my second MDE trip. The first time, I stayed in Poblado. I was nice, if you like that posh sort of things. I have to agree with TomTom & Kiko... Laureles is the place for me.

mvefwd comments on Language school in medellin

Check out Universidad Eifit.... www.eafit.edu/idiomas

mvefwd comments on Cali to Medellin?

Anyone know the price of this flight?

mvefwd comments on Will Most Places Be Closed in Colombia July 6, 7, & 8

I am going to MDE July 3 thru 8th.... I am very concerned about this news. Someone please shed some light.

mvefwd comments on The Big Lie: Pretty Colombian Girls?

M-E-D-E-L-L-I-N..... Medellin.... Medelllin.... Medellin.....

There is nothing in the world better!!!

mvefwd comments on Visiting Americans; Usually Leave Too Much Of a Tip So Stop It!

Choice IMHO it's all about choice. It's not about being cheap or gratuitous. I tip because I have been blessed enough to do so. I believe that if someone provides a service, and provides it well, there is nothing wrong with rewarding their assistance. That might not work for you, but it works for me and I feel good doing it. It drives my GF (Calena) crazy, but that's the way I am.

That waitress, bellhop, shoeshine will spend & save more of what they earn. Their purchases and savings (in banks) will help stimulate the economy. It's a win/win situation.

Again, it's my humble opinion. It works for me.

Viva Colombia
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mvefwd comments on AfroColombians of Choco

Thanks Swinn As a Black male I think it very important to illuminate the African experience in Colombia. I love Colombia. I am very interested in the African influence on Colombian culture. Thank You

Viva Colombia
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mvefwd comments on Who Dresses Better...

He's Tourist Chic .... LOL No matter where you go... You are who you are...

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mvefwd comments on with norte americans much cruel rude

Fake or not she has talent
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mvefwd comments on Red Bulls sign Angel from Aston Villa

Billions Sorry I was just offering "MY" opinion.
I'm not to concerned about the billions you refer to.

Viva Colombia

mvefwd comments on Red Bulls sign Angel from Aston Villa

Football I love Colombia. I love MDE. But as far as I am concerned there is only one football. And it is not played with a round ball.

Viva Colombia!!!
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mvefwd comments on Electronic music clubs (house music) in Medellin?

KGreg Folio is your best bet in MDE.

Viva Colombia

mvefwd comments on It's not only violent in Colombia

Sicarios This payaso shot and executed innocent people. Sicarios whack people. There is a huge difference.

mvefwd comments on It's not only violent in Colombia

Violence BLACKSBURG, Va. - Police and university authorities faced pressure Tuesday to explain how a gunman apparently evaded detection after killing two people and then went on to kill 30 others two hours later in America’s worst shooting rampage.

The bloodbath ended Monday with the gunman committing suicide, bringing the death toll to 33 and stamping the campus in the picturesque Blue Ridge Mountains with unspeakable tragedy, perhaps forever.

mvefwd comments on Fok the Sopranos! The Serrano's are the real deal

Hilarious

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mvefwd comments on medellin night life

For MDE nightlife info check out http://www.pegateya.com/

Viva Colombia
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mvefwd comments on night life in medellin

Check out this site http://www.pegateya.com

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mvefwd comments on Walk tall boys, walk tall

14 Years My Calena is 22. I am 36. We have been together for two years and we are very happy. Her sister is 28 and her brother in law is 52. When we were just dating, I overheard a conversation where one of my GF's friends asked her, "Why dont you date someone your age?" My GF replied, "If I wanted a boy, I would get pregnant and have one."

Viva Colombia
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Pow Wow My friend just sent a laptop to his cousin in MDE via courier. They are just too expensive to purchase there.

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mvefwd comments on new place for info

Lowell Please PM me with the URL.

mvefwd comments on best and safest places for gringos seeking colombianas

Here are Paisas I met In Feb06

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mvefwd comments on Moving to Colombia

Hooters I hope they keep it natural.

Viva Colombia
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mvefwd comments on Moving to Colombia

I know one thing you will not need. CNN reports that HOOTERS intends to open a franchise in Colombia...

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mvefwd comments on Learning Spanish book

Thanx .

mvefwd comments on colombian men

24 Carole... You are 24. He is 24. Neither of you know how to wipe your own ass yet. He's jealous because he is insecure. He is insecure because he doesnt have the confidence of a true man. He is still a boy. Dont get it twisted... you are not absolved of guilt either... You are still girl. You are more mature than he is, but you are far from a woman. Baby Girl, if you are still hanging with your girls, at bars, clubs and the like,then you are not ready yet. All you did was trade your Barbie Dolls in for live women. They are just toys for you to play with. Eventually, one day you will just not need to play with little girls toys any more...

The sex is great??? So what!!! It should be, you are both 24 years old. A relationship is much more than sex. What are you going to do if it works with this guy? Ten years from now, you will be looking back at all you didn't do. Your life will be filled with resentment and contempt. You are too young. And so is he. Live life... Travel... See the world. Learn different cultures. Learn different men, women, whatever... More importantly, learn yourself. Find out who you are. At 24, you are not ready & shouldn't even be thinking about one boyfriend. Like Kalder said... be he Colombian, Black, Irish, Chinese, Maori, or Klingon... When you are ready, you will know. Until then, move forward!!!

--- Viva Colombia

mvefwd comments on i may just give up on my Novia

Persevere Nothing worth having comes easy. Do your due dilligence and everything will work out.

Viva Colombia
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mvefwd comments on Sex and cultural history

Prepago I see this term often. Could someone explain it to me?

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mvefwd comments on Diversidad y pobreza en Estados Unidos

Choco I told her that I was going to Choco to adopt a child. She nearly had a heart attack...It was great!!


Viva Colombia
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mvefwd comments on Diversidad y pobreza en Estados Unidos

NJ I love NJ... I have been all over the US and besides South Fla. or San Diego, CA. There is no other place to be. Less than an hour from the greatest city in the world... NYC. The only reason I would choose SD or S.Fla is because of the weather. NJ is home that is until Medellin calls.

As for food.... Variety is the spice of life... Try it all, learn what you like and dont like. But try it all, it won't kill you.

Viva Colombia
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mvefwd comments on Diversidad y pobreza en Estados Unidos

Thanks I was raised that education is the key to enlightenment. This forum has done a lot for my immersion into Colombian culture. I will learn fluent spanish. (Colombian spanish) It might not make a difference with my GF's mom, but it will make a world of difference for me. I hope that others find what they need here.

Qubo, sorry... I moved here just to be closer to work. I've been here for 10 years now. I love it's multicultualism. And it led me to the love of my life.






Viva Colombia
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mvefwd comments on Shoes

Sandals... T-Shirts.... Jeans? No matter where you go... You are who you are...

Viva Colombia
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mvefwd comments on Diversidad y pobreza en Estados Unidos

Yes!! We Speak English.... I'm so glad that you brought up this topic. I am glad to find out that there our others that share my view. I thought I was crazy. I honestly thought there was something wrong with me. I am black. My GF was born in Cali. We have been together about a year. She has been here in the US for six years and her mother for about nine years. Her mother does not speak any english. And refuses to try. Qubo, it dives me insane. She goes about her daily routine... Los Americas Bakery, calling card centers, Girotel, the entire Morris Avenue gambit. And then Parador Rojo, Ole or The Station House Cafe on the weekends. She refuses to watch english TV or listen to english radio. Loves reggaeton but hates hip hop. In my elementary spanish I cannot illustrate who I really am. She knows me, but has no idea who I am. It is a real source of distrust and disdain. It's frustrating. To add insult to injury, I am black. I am university educated, gainfully employed and I treat her daughter with respect, patience and compassion. However, in her myopic view, I am no different than the uneducated ghetto urchins that she passes on her way thru, as you put it Qubo, la cuna de los colombianos. It's infuriating. She doesn't know the language and refuses to learn. Therefore, she has no means of being educated to what is going on outside her world. Then she has to gall to tell me, a black man, that I dont know what its like to be discriminated against. It's bananas...

mvefwd comments on Italian tourist killed in Colombian resort city

Crime This is a tragedy, but why is this event thread worthy. Unfortunately, thousands of crimes of this nature occur daily in every country. Why would Colombia be any different? Accentuate the positives of our beloved country.


Viva Colombia
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mvefwd comments on This is the big week in Barranquilla

Shakira Great Idea. It worked for the Olsen Twins.

Viva Colombia
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mvefwd comments on * Americans Vs. Gringos in Poorbuthappy

PBH Ignorance breeds ignorance.

No matter where you go... You are who you are...

Viva Colombia
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mvefwd comments on Chicas Aguila 2007

Chicas Share the website info please




No matter where you go... You are who you are...

Viva Colombia
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mvefwd comments on LASIK eye surgery (not to be confussed with lasik arse surgery)

Eyes I'm having it done in Medellin in October.


No matter where you go, you are who you are...

Viva Colombia
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mvefwd comments on Dating a girl from Colombia

A Colombiana
... a special young paisita (non-pro) convinced me to come out of my shell. At Thaico, in Parque Lleras, she gave me a pep talk. She was born in Medellin and raised in Texas. She noticed that I understood spanish well and convinced me to become more of a part of the conversation. I told her that despite, two years of spanish and three years of latin in high school and countless relationships with many latinas, I just did not feel comfortable attempting to speak spanish. She persuaded me to try. I did & it worked. I made a few more friends. I even had the chance to see how jealous a Columbiana can be. You see, we met a group at Thaico & I befriended a gorgeous 'mona' that went to the University of Medellin. We talked, me in broken spanish and her in broken english. My boys & her girls decided to go to another club. I dont remember the name of it, but it was around the corner from Folio.... Anyway, once inside we were separated. And like a little kid, I decided to play with my new toy & started talking to another beautiful paisa. Not even ten minutes into my new conversation, the mona from Thaico was leading me away by the arm & she was not happy. I've been cursed-out in spanish before, I wish it was unfamiliar territory.

Confidence is contagious. So is lack of confidence. -- Vince Lombardi
Enjoy the Super Bowl
Viva Colombia
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mvefwd comments on Medellin Living.. Well Moved into my 1st Apartment Viva Medellin

Size Yeah, Dave.. what size apt did you rent. 2bed/3beds? baths?
Let me know...
Viva Colombia
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mvefwd comments on Medellin Living.. Well Moved into my 1st Apartment Viva Medellin

Castropol Pan,

I stayed there last February... The security is top notch. Enjoy! Hope to see there in a few months.

Viva Colombia
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mvefwd comments on What documentation do I need to drive in Colombia?

International Driver's Licenses Please pass this on to anyone you know. International Driver's Licenses are not valid in the USA. You are permitted to drive if you have a valid DL in your home county & if your visa is valid. When your visa expires, so does your driving privileges. AAA endorces these items but the items have no validity. Buyer beware... I know this is a blog regarding Colombia, but I just dont want anyone tho have any problem when they travel here.

There's no present. There's only the immediate future and the recent past. ---- George Carlin
---Viva Colombia

mvefwd comments on Hangovers

Cure I'm partial to consome. We had some for breakfast every moring that I was in MDE. By 11am we were up and out the door.

In the end, we will remember not the words of our enemies, but the silence of our friends. ---Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Viva Colombia
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mvefwd comments on seeking airport pick up

Taxi Do you just need a pick up and drop at an hotel? Or do you need a driver/ man to take you around town for the week?

Viva Colombia
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mvefwd comments on Daughter going to Cali

Exchange Programs Nervous Mommy & Quinceanera---
My daughter is 13 years old. I'm attempting to broaden her world perspective. I think study abroad or an exchange program would be an invaluable experience. If you have any information that might assit me please do not hesitate to contact me.

The future belongs to those who prepare for it today. -- Malcolm X

Thanks
Viva Colombia
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mvefwd comments on seeking airport pick up

Taxi I have two friends in Medellin that would help you. I will try to contact them asap.



The essentials of happiness are: something to do, something to love, and something to hope for.
Viva Colombia
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mvefwd comments on my money stolen from account in Santa Rosa (De Cabal)

Hacker Imaginete
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mvefwd comments on A Normal Day

Quote I wish I could take all the credit but it is a quote from Allan K. Chalmers that I learned in college....
The essentials of happiness are: something to do, something to love, and something to hope for.
Viva Colombia
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