San Pedro was once a major staging post for the great cattle drives of yore, but is now a staging post on the great gringo trail. |
While she has no illusions about being saved by a Prince Charming, she chooses to date a gringo from school, the well-meaning Jimmy, a practical, sensible choice. |
The blend of local Panamanians, indigenous Indians and gringo ex-pats makes for a very intersting lifestyle and social circle. |
Lizbeth had told me that the price for a local was 15 Sol and I was sure they'd never offer that to a gringo like me. |
When I shave my hair in a Mohawk, toss on a pair of cut-offs and a ratty U.W. Madison t-shirt, however, I'm instantly recognizable as a gringo. |
Arriving in gringo alley, I overtipped the cab driver since the funds fell out of Gatlin's deep pockets. |