Hiding from the world in the DR

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Docnoff69Member08 July 2018 22:09:58

My name is Phil Taranoff, retired in Mao away from much of the daily bustle of this world. My first experience with this lovely island came in 1976 when I was sent here by the Peace Corps. While my assignment and results of were somewhat forgettable I was able to touch a lot of lives and give them a look at another life. I fell in love with the people, so much so that I married one and we are still together after more than 41 years. After life back in the US I decided to retire here, leaving our 2 sons and 2 grandsons back in Florida.I have planted a substantial garden which has provided much for us and our neighbors and family. Each day is different, working in my garden, visiting family and friends, seeing different parts of the island. And all the while, hiding just a little bit.

Kat11 Serial expat

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Kat11Serial expat08 July 2018 22:17:27

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That's a nice story😄.....my husband and I hope to hide away there some day too! I'm hoping we won't watch the news as much which only causes stress, and just get lost in the day as they run together.

planner Dominican Republic Expert

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plannerDominican Republic Expert08 July 2018 23:58:45

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Welcome to the forums. Thank you for sharing and welcome home. Its great to hear the success stories.

Please share more of your exeriences.

the tinker40 ViP

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the tinker40ViP09 July 2018 01:42:07

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Doc, you are not hiding from the world, you just found the real one. Thank you for bringing your goodness here.

Docnoff69 Member

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Docnoff69Member09 July 2018 02:46:41

Hey----no fair. Doc has been one of my nicknames since HS

planner Dominican Republic Expert

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plannerDominican Republic Expert09 July 2018 10:22:10

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Looks like you will fit in just fine Doc!

brodies2013 Serial expat

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brodies2013Serial expat11 July 2018 14:42:41

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I second Tinker...this is the real world...not sure what strange reality TV insanity loop the US is stuck in...but,man...we want out!

DunbarDunbar Member

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DunbarDunbarMember16 July 2018 16:54:48

Sounds perfect doc! I'll be retired from the Army aug 9th and am research to make a 4 year plan to move to DR. All I do now a days is garden and lazy days with me dog.
thanks for sharing

planner Dominican Republic Expert

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plannerDominican Republic Expert16 July 2018 17:13:03

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Welcome to the forums Dunbar!!!!

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