I spent 18 days in the city of San Luis Potosí (in the apartment on the upper left), in the state of San Luis Potosí (I keep getting confused). My friend Robin was able to spend 10 of those days with me. With an elevation of 6,115 feet, and no heat, I was wearing myContinue reading “Quick Trip to San Luis Potosí”
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Back in SMA
My Home: Chonitos #5 Olga is my hostess and lives at Casa Dorotea with her son, who goes to university. In addition there are three other “guests” besides me. We each have single rooms and two of us share a bathroom. We all share the kitchen, dining room, living room, patio and roof patio. OlgaContinue reading “Back in SMA”
Epilogue
How am I adjusting? How are any of us adjusting? This is a whole new world for many of us. I was delighted to actually see my sister and nephew with my eyes, even if I could not hug them. It felt strange that she put latex gloves on to accept my gifts. I reallyContinue reading “Epilogue”
My Traveling Shoes are Home . . . For Now . . .
This started as an exploration of how I saw the Corona Virus pandemic impacting San Cristóbal de las Casas. But as the days went on, it turned into the story of me coming home. I have been practicing social distancing and struggling with decisions, so it has been difficult to get photos that I like.Continue reading “My Traveling Shoes are Home . . . For Now . . .”
Feeling Safe in San Cristóbal
I’ve been getting some questions about COVID-19 in Mexico. As internet is so slow, my blogs are almost a week behind. So, next week you will see me tackle that topic. We are behind the US and I see the same avoidance from top political leaders. For now, days generally pretty beautiful, with plenty ofContinue reading “Feeling Safe in San Cristóbal”
San Cristobal de las Casas, Chiapas!
Wow! After a whirlwind month in Oaxaca, I am now settling into the very different city of San Cristobal de las Casas, in the state of Chiapas. It is the farthest South I will get. I am feeling quite introverted and am resting up for my busy April in Puebla. I will be sticking closeContinue reading “San Cristobal de las Casas, Chiapas!”
Hard to Say Goodby to Oaxaca
The last two weeks in Oaxaca were chock full of activities! This part was planned with my friend, BJ. It was so fun to have her here! Oaxaca had its violent struggles around 2006, but by 2012 peace was on its way back and now the city is experiencing a boom of good fortune where,Continue reading “Hard to Say Goodby to Oaxaca”
Oaxaca – You Are the Best!
I know I have said this before, but I really mean it this time! The art, music, dance, weather, people and hills make me believe that Oaxaca is the best city I have visited. First “Home” in Oaxaca “La Calera is a former limestone factory now functioning as venue for social and cultural events, complemented with lofts available for shortContinue reading “Oaxaca – You Are the Best!”
Adios Melaque – Hola Oaxaca
Trips to Barra de Navidad from Melaque My first trip to Barra I walked the beach for about 45 minutes to the other side of the Baía de Navidad (Bay of Christmas). Barra feels bigger to me, even though it is the same size. It seems to have more shops and restaurants focused on tourists,Continue reading “Adios Melaque – Hola Oaxaca”
Lots to do In & Near Melaque
Wednesday Market I was amazed at the size of this market, given how small the town is. It seems to be laid out in a big cross going about five blocks long in each direction. Folks set up in the morning and take it down by evening. One of my favorite booths is the “DutchContinue reading “Lots to do In & Near Melaque”
My México Travels 