Im dreaming and planning to move to Panama in about 10 years. Please forgive me that I have no idea what to expect.
I'm curious, is it difficult to find used items in Panama? I've always bought everything second hand in USA. This country has soooo much money, and it seems people donate or throw away perfectly good stuff when they get bored of it, so there has never been a shortage of used items to buy. I buy my cars used, furniture, appliances, household items, toys, clothing, cameras, jewelry, etc. Not usually electronics.
It will not be difficult for me to part with all I own, as it was recycled to begin with. I figure to give it away and let another person love it for awhile.
But with Panama's repressed economy and many people below poverty, I assume there is slim pickings for recycled goods. I am trying to figure out what I absolutely need to bring. Some items may be difficult to replace inexpensively. How about a well built sewing machine? I own one manufactured in USA in the 60's. It is comprised of all metal parts and is quality made. I alter all of my clothes to fit me properly and I make some items. I also sew items for the home; curtains, slip covers, etc. How difficult will it be to find a good machine? Or would it be less complicated to just find a great tailor?
Are there thrift stores? Charity stores? Craig's list?
I'm curious, is it difficult to find used items in Panama? I've always bought everything second hand in USA. This country has soooo much money, and it seems people donate or throw away perfectly good stuff when they get bored of it, so there has never been a shortage of used items to buy. I buy my cars used, furniture, appliances, household items, toys, clothing, cameras, jewelry, etc. Not usually electronics.
It will not be difficult for me to part with all I own, as it was recycled to begin with. I figure to give it away and let another person love it for awhile.
But with Panama's repressed economy and many people below poverty, I assume there is slim pickings for recycled goods. I am trying to figure out what I absolutely need to bring. Some items may be difficult to replace inexpensively. How about a well built sewing machine? I own one manufactured in USA in the 60's. It is comprised of all metal parts and is quality made. I alter all of my clothes to fit me properly and I make some items. I also sew items for the home; curtains, slip covers, etc. How difficult will it be to find a good machine? Or would it be less complicated to just find a great tailor?
Are there thrift stores? Charity stores? Craig's list?
Loading Posts
No Replies... be the first to comment.
