I had met some very nice Mexicians a few weeks ago and they decided they wanted to give me a cake party at the hotel. I decided I would invite a few of my friends and we could have a meeting of cultures. It worked very well…they all speak English, thank goodness! It was a... Continue Reading →
THE FINAL CHAPTER
Well, it has been a long time since I did any writing on my blog. It has been a very busy couple of months. My Power of Attorney Doreen is quite sick and now in a nursing home, so the bank and all the paperwork is in real mess... I am on a steep learning curve to say... Continue Reading →
HAPPY HOLIDAYS TO ALL!
It has been a very busy season of many Mexican holidays and celebrations. The culture here is very special in so many ways: they give to their families and community, they love to party with parades, fireworks, music, and dance. And they involve every age ...even children have their own special parade.So, wherever you are in the world  enjoy the season, and be kind to... Continue Reading →
DAY OF MUERTOS (Day of the Dead)
Every year, on November 1, Mexico erupts in celebrations during the Day of the Dead. Families gather at cemeteries across the country to reconnect with their dead just as their ancestors have done for centuries. One of the strongest and most recognizable symbols of The Day of the Dead celebrations is the tall female skeleton,... Continue Reading →