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NataliaV comments on Money saving baggage loophole. Thanks. No overnight for me. Too bad...I guess. Short layover then off to Cali. I have always flown American but prices around the holidays were ridiculous. I think I got a pretty good deal....$750 total.
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NataliaV comments on Money saving baggage loophole. Anyone ever fly through Copa? Any extra baggage fees? ORL-Panama- Cali in December. I like to take lots of goodies and presents for the kids, but don't want it to cost me an arm and a leg. Any suggestions?
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NataliaV comments on ORPHANAGE - CALI Gator - what can we do to contribute? I am going in december and would like to become involved. Is there someone there that speaks English since my spanish is not the best? Who can we contact to arrange a visit and to drop off donations? Thanks for your help.
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NataliaV comments on Colombiana from Barranquilla. I thought the show was funny. There was some humor about where she was from being the murder capital of the world......a little disappointed with that comment since the media always portrays a negative light, but I get it I guess. Anyone else see it last night?
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NataliaV comments on Secrets of Colombian Cooking Good cookbook.....recipes are yummy and easy to follow.
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NataliaV comments on ORPHANAGE - CALI Sorry for the error......the orphanage you are inquiring about is the same place I was referring to in Yumbo. ;-)
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NataliaV comments on ORPHANAGE - CALI Looks like Gator is the one to talk to about this place...... Gator says on Oct 11, 2007, 07:23: flag We have supported Instituto Santa Maria,in Cali for years. They do a great job and any contribution will be appreciated. We donate school supplies and have an informal relationship with two Staples in Miami/Dade County. The managers save broken packages, etc. which would routinely be trashed. When we have visitors coming this way we contact the stores and arrange for pickup.
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NataliaV comments on ORPHANAGE - CALI I believe there is an all girls orphanage in Yumbo not too far from Cali. Many PBHers have worked and donated with this place. Some others may be able to provide you with details...if I find the link I will post it. Regardless, if you have any luck working with any orphanage in Cali, please repost about your experience. I go to cali often and would love to get involved as well.
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NataliaV comments on Your kids looks Most white people don't know what I am (they guess greek, italian, hispanic last). Colombians generally say I have very Colombian features/face. Other Latinos don't know what I am but think I look latina enough to speak spanish to me without asking. I look more like my mom (colombian side). My sister ended up more like dad (gringo). I married a gringo but am hoping for not so fair skinned kids!
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NataliaV comments on The "T" Shirt project is Alive I guess I missed the voting time period! The ones I liked didn't seem to get many votes anyway :( Desi - If it was you who made the Chiva (#2) - Very unique & creative - I would have voted for it!
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NataliaV comments on Avianca for the last time I promise! I posted something WRONG before :( I was doing a multi flight from MIA - CLO; CLO - CTG; CTG-MIA. The price coming up on Orbitz was $870 for the entire trip....but you're saying that I can't book that in country flight through them?? So should I wait to book in country?
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NataliaV comments on Avianca for the last time I promise! I posted something WRONG before :( would this happen if I book Avianca through one the sites like orbitz or vayamos? Would most of you recommend that I do not purchase my ticket from Cali - Cartagena until I am actually in Cali?? I am just worried about not getting a seat since it will be during Christmas week.
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NataliaV comments on Prices for flights inside Colombia continue falling What airline did you guys use??
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NataliaV comments on Those little habits that REALLY are a cause for divorce - in Colombia Yes darloup....could be cause for divorce. ;-) My husband's breath is not terrible, but its just the point of coming to the breakfast table refreshed and clean. How can anyone function without first brushing their teeth. I just don't get that part of it!
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NataliaV comments on Multi-City trip....Best way to book it?? Thanks!! I'll will definitely book soon. It seems like a great price from COPA.
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NataliaV comments on Multi-City trip....Best way to book it?? Thanks everyone! It seems like I need to block out some time to start searching all these sites. I will keep you posted if I get a good deal!
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NataliaV comments on Those little habits that REALLY are a cause for divorce - in Colombia flatline - I will have to run to the store right now to buy the green tea paste. He will be out of excuses!
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NataliaV comments on Those little habits that REALLY are a cause for divorce - in Colombia That's my husband's beef...that his coffee and food tastes terrible. Whatever. I do not want to talk with someone who still has morning breath. It is rude to come to the table with foul breath and sleepies in your eyes! I'm glad Mitch that you realize how much of a turn off it is to your gf.
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NataliaV comments on Those little habits that REALLY are a cause for divorce - in Colombia I hate that my husband does not brush his teeth before coming to the table for breakfast. It is the FIRST thing I do as soon as I wake up. My mom used to make me go back upstairs if I came to the table without first brushing my teeth. My dad on the other hand (american) would also come to the table with stinky breath. It was a constant battle with my parents growing up. Now I find myself in the same situation with my American hubby. I asked a lot of friends and they too eat first. Brush first, eat and then go brush again. grrrr...
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NataliaV comments on If you do a parent-initiated adoption it can actually come out close to being free. If this is still true, the US gives a $10k tax credit to those who adopt. Search a few posts in here. The one lady on here (kitsmom) did it and so did the people in the blog in my first post. Basically, you have to do the grunt of the paperwork yourself. You can choose to pay 20-30k to have an adoption agency be the middleman.
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NataliaV comments on Duty Free going back to the US If I remember correctly, you do not have to go through security again once you get to FL. Do you carry them on or toss in your checked bags? Either way shouldn't be a problem since you are just on layover and you're already cleared.
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NataliaV comments on http://hodsonsblog.blogspot.com/ Lots of valuable information in this blog. Good luck!
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NataliaV comments on For those Who have been asking My Column is posted Great Article Bill! Helpful to those looking to make the move....a true insider's look on living in Colombia!
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NataliaV comments on YUMBO, near Cali Never stayed there, but have heard it is not very safe. Have family that have a house there and most of the time they stay during the week in Cali. I think there is a nun run orphanage there. If you're into visiting, I hear they are always in need of donations of all kinds. Other then that, I'm not sure. Someone else should be able to give you more details.
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Those losses have made him a completely different fighter - one that knows he better be prepared all around before stepping in the cage. I agree Rocco - that can happen to any good fighter. Just wasn't his day...but he didn't say anything about it being a lucky shot. He chalked it up to not being fully prepared. Plus, then he was already a good fighter; not just learning the ropes...but now he is awesome and a much sharper fighter then back then.
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Agree esanch. GSP even said it himself though, he wasn't mentally prepared for the fight. Afterward, like the good guy that he is, didn't make any excuses whatsoever. He just promised that he would never come into a fight, regardless of who he was fighting, not prepared all around. So far he hasn't let us down.
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The last I really heard of Louiseau was when he lost to Rich Franklin a few years ago. I was sure he was going to go far especially after that fight between him and Evan Tanner. He has some nasty elbows. I read he still trains with GSP. I do think GSP will get the W in his next fight......he is not only a top fighter, but one of the most humble fighters around, which to me means a lot.
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NataliaV comments on Telenovelas...where can I get the series?? thanks! do you know if they have english subtitles so my hubby can watch too?
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NataliaV comments on My Wonderfully, Crazy Trip to Colombia (Medellin & Cali) I guess I missed all the pictures! I think you did the right thing by deleting though.
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NataliaV comments on My Wonderfully, Crazy Trip to Colombia (Medellin & Cali) I enjoyed reading your report. Thanks for posting!
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NataliaV comments on Cali Day Trips Lago Calima is a great time and would definitely recommend it for a day trip. Have fun!
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NataliaV comments on Atlanta Colombian Festival Agreed roPaisa. I think Darloup was just being sarcastic though. ;-)
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NataliaV comments on Help! Marriage Question. Congrats Mitch!! She must be one special lady! Good luck! I too trying to get dual citizenship. In my case I was never registered so I think I have to go with my mom to the consulate in DC. Then I will take it from there. Seems like a simple process, but heard it takes a while to get the cedula. Again, best wishes Mitch!
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NataliaV comments on Atlanta Colombian Festival I guess I need to make this clear since I have received a few pm's after this post. I will be going to one.....probably the one on the 12th...with my husband. However, I am still into meeting up with some PBH friends if anyone is still interested. I'm not sure how many people are in the ATL area, but let me know if you are! ;-)
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NataliaV comments on Atlanta Colombian Festival Anyone in the Atlanta area attending? I'm not sure which one I will go to. Sundays are better for me.
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NataliaV comments on Villegas leads US OPEN I haven't been up-to-date on the US Open today, but I hope he does well!!!
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NataliaV comments on HOW CAN I BECOME A CITIZEN IN COLOMBIA FROM USA??? I am reviving this thread cause I have an additional question....I am in the process of trying to get colombian citizenship as my mother is a citizen. She doesn't have a cedula because she came year as a teenager (before 18). Question - Do I have to wait until she gets a cedula before I can apply for my citizenship? OR can I just go and register with her and her birth certificate? Second Q - Once I register, does that mean I am a citizen and then I can apply for a cedula? Thanks for any help. I have a paper with the information, but it is in spanish. My spanish is good, but limited and I don't want to confuse myself.
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NataliaV comments on Looking to hire a car and driver We called like two days ahead of time when in Cali. After we called, we arranged to have them come over and show us the vehicle we would be traveling in. We wanted to make sure it was a safe trip. we checked the tires etc., to make sure everything looked like it had been maintained. We also met the driver at that time and explained to him exactly what we would be doing during this trip. He basically drove us wherever we needed to go. (My grandmother had some business/house stuff to take care of as well as visiting with family in that part of town). The trip was great. He knew the town fairly well too so we were in good hands.
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NataliaV comments on Looking to hire a car and driver bclare - as far as price goes what you were quoted seems ridiculous. We hired a car and private drive to take 9 of us in a new minivan from Cali to Ibague, Girardot and Melgar over 4 days. It cost roughly $600US and we paid for the drivers hotel (or he stayed with us at a family member's house). We also often paid for his meal when he ate with us. I have done this trip with a driver twice so far and it was around the same cost both times. We hired him through a company in Cali. The minivan even had a dvd player so we watched movies and videos while relaxing in the car. Well worth the cost. Good luck.
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