Category Archives: Everyday life as an Ex-Pat in PV
Shopping Remains a Challenge!
One of my first blogs was about the woes and challenges of furnishing a small condo nearly ten years ago. Despite all the Home Depots and Costcos that have since invaded the perimeter of the city, the woes persist. Even … Continue reading
The End of the Season
Just as there is great anticipation for the first visit of the year – packing, planning, contacting friends and general excitement – there is the reverse process for the end of the year. I had to leave early this year … Continue reading
Coco-nuts
Coco-Nuts One of my neighbors here at Selva Romantica joined me last spring in a drink or three in the upstairs balcony of a local bar, Que Pasa West. There is a Que Pasa East, but that is another blog … Continue reading
Arriving to the Next Season in Puerto Vallarta
November 5, 2012 The sunny morning is quietly turning to a cloudy afternoon. The sun in a bit of a haze, the sweat of the day cooled by a breeze. It won’t rain. November 8 is my “weather turns perfect” … Continue reading
Dogs and Cats in Mexico
Note: Originally written April 2008 There are a whole bunch of homeless cats and dogs in Mexico. Fortunately, there are a whole bunch of people and organizations dedicated to their welfare. But all in all, it is a lucky few … Continue reading
The Fifty-Nine Second Phone Call
Sr. Carlos Slim is the wealthiest man in the world. He owns Tel-Mex, the Mexican phone company. To make a long-distant call, back in the day, you had to line up in front of the phone company and wait … Continue reading
Lampshades in Paradise
It starts out as a dream. A small wish, a tickle in your imagination, as you stretch out on a quiet tropical beach on a perfect 82 degree day. I could live here. It starts out innocently enough. A week … Continue reading