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Comment on Doctor “Appointments” in Puerto Rico by Arnaldo

Arnaldo — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 03:28:19 +0000

I have just spent two days taking my mother to Drs. appointments i San Juan and I have to say I was amazed. I found the appointment “system” an insult to patients. While I understand Drs. time is valuable, their patients time is too. But, more importantly, my mother is in her late 70’s and it is very stressful for someone that old to wait 5/6 hours to see a Dr. I saw at one Dr’s. office an even older lady on a wheelchair experiencing what seemed like extremely painful spasms for hours while she waited for the Dr. I just don’t understand the rationale for this “system” – i don’t feel it has any justification.

Comment on More Reasons Banco Popular Sucks by Arnaldo

Arnaldo — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 02:59:17 +0000

We just closed on a condo and we’re very excited. Unfortunately, we live in NY so we’ll have to do a lot of the logistics remotely, i.e electricity, water, etc. We spent the weekend in San Juan and looked at furniture in the West Elm store – they will deliver to Rincon. We bought our mattresses locally (La Nacionalon 115) and they seem reliable; i’ll let you know when they deliver but whenever possible, we want to patronize local businesses. As far as banks, we used the local Westernbank and they were very efficient and accomodating – it was strange to bank with real people – They answered the phone every time we called and whatever we asked for was ready by the end of the day.
Love this blog and all the helpful comments – Summer and Stefan, good luck and thanks for getting this started.

Comment on Downstairs Work Must Continue by Stefan

Stefan — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 01:04:22 +0000

@Wil: We are shopping for hard wood doors, not aluminum, otherwise we would be able to shop local. Thanks for the link.

Comment on More Reasons Banco Popular Sucks by Rosa

Rosa — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 00:32:55 +0000

His full name is Domingo Acevedo and he used to be right in Rincon town. We used him 3 or 4 years ago so I can’t imagine that he left town…
Furniture…San Juan is the best bet, but Rooms to Go is the next best thing…depending of your style.

Comment on More Reasons Banco Popular Sucks by Liz Trujillo

Liz Trujillo — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 21:06:39 +0000

I would also like the number to that real estate attorney. We’re buying a condo in Aguadilla (by crash boat).

Also, I’ve been looking on-line for furniture stores in Puerto Rico. I found rooms to go and they look like they have some nice pieces. Any other recommendations? Thanks!

Comment on Downstairs Work Must Continue by Van The Man

Van The Man — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 14:20:23 +0000

Despite popular opinion, while the baby is napping is a great time to “bang around the house”. You should try it and see just how well it comes out.

Comment on Downstairs Work Must Continue by linda

linda — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 13:06:02 +0000

Your such good parents, good for you.
I bet Sydney wil love a little vacation in San Juan. A little gambling, a swim in the pool and a nap. I would love to shop while sitting in a stroller watching the world go by!

Comment on Downstairs Work Must Continue by Wil

Wil — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 12:18:24 +0000

Hey Stefan,
Why not go to a more local Door store in Aguada? Here’s the link: http://comercial-noel.com/index.html

Comment on Downstairs Work Must Continue by mcmom50

mcmom50 — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 03:09:40 +0000

I saw on the Weather Channel that it’s supposed to rain all next week while we’re in Rincon. Is that for real? Also, I so remember the days with a one-year old. I promise, kids do get more “portable!” Our daughter will be 11 in June and the time has flown by. Enjoy every minute! Thanks!

Comment on More Reasons Banco Popular Sucks by Rosa

Rosa — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 23:33:37 +0000

We used Domingo, he was very good, spoke English, I don’t know if he is still there, but his office is right in town. A very well known person. can’t think of his last name…must ask my husband.