The Jaltemba Express Community Newsletter

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The Jaltemba Express

Almost Daily News for the Residents of Jaltemba Bay

Good Morning & Buenos días.... and Welcome to Paradise

Wednesday November 22, 2006

Headlines

Reporter Killed in Veracruz (Click Here for details)

President-Elect Calderon named a team of U.S.-educated economists to Cabinet (Click Here for details)

Bolsa Gains with Cabinet Appointment (Click here for details)

Health Alert Issued due to Cold Fronts Coming to Mexico (Click here for details)

Jaltemba News & Notes

Horseback Riding Tours of the Area
Want to explore the back hills by horseback? Then these are the tours for you. Th

e tours are scheduled on Fridays beginning on November 24 or can be arranged privately for a group.

Everyone meets at the crucero of the 200 and Ursulo Galvan. we then take a drive through the farming country to the Rancho Guadalupe for a wonderful breakfast of Mexican tacos. Make your own fresh tortillas if you want. We then meet our horse friends for the day and begin the trip.
We have designed both easy and semi difficult trips depending on people's desires. The easier trips are a combination of farmlands, riverbeds and roads, lots of scenery and plant and animal life. These trips are from 2 to 3 hours long. The more difficult trip consists of roads, farmlands, and trails which lead up and over a ridge and down to the river and waterfalls and pools. Somewhat arduous in places but if a person is somewhat familiar with horses, it shouldn't be a problem. It is lengthy however lasting about 2 and a half hours one way to the cascadas and 2 hours for return.
Upon return we are greeted by a traditional Mexican lunch. Beer and frescas are available for purchase.
The cost of the trips are 300 pesos for the shorter trips and 400 pesos for the long trip. People should wear long pants and socks. Bring sunblock and bug dope, any kind of snacks for the trail, water, camera and binocs.
Organize your own group at least 2 days in advance - Minimum of 4 people and a Maximum of 8. For questions and reservations contact garydorisstackhouse@hotmail.com

Spay & Neuter Clinic Volunteers

Hammocks for Hounds -

The La Penita RV Resort and Spa's Raffle for one of Hala's amazing Hammocks was won by James and Karen Franklin. Thank you Carole for the venue and of course Hala for the hammocks.

Jaltemba Express Invited for Thanksgiving Dinner

Staff of the Jaltemba Express have accepted an invitation from Ricky to attend this year's Thanksgiving Dinner. Expect full coverage and pictures. Dinner at 4:30. First Come Basis so come early to ensure a spot.

Letters to the Editor

Hello Dot and Bill,

I got your newsletter from Rosalie and am glad that you can advertise in it for the workshop. Its a great paper!

Last year I had my workshop in the palapa of the RV park but maybe this year we can have it at Rosalie's place. Please feel free to take photos from my website: edinasagert.com and all the info you need.

My workshop will be offered a bit different than last years:

5 days, 3 hours per day, all materials included but not the paper. (the paper is difficult to get and I hope students can bring it from the USA or Canada. I will have a few sheets to sell too) The price 250$us or

5 days, 5 hours per day, $350us.from 2-6 January, 2007.

The workshop is for all levels, beginners or advanced! There is more info on my page from San Miguel workshops/classes in case you need this.

Hasta luego y muchos saludos

Edina

Dear Editor,

This is Danny and Kristina we have been introduced to your news paper and we love it. And we would like to receive editions. We were introduced to you from Timothy and Sarah Cooke. We are arriving in your area December 15 to February 16. Looking forward to next issue.

Danny and Kristina Moore

Our Town

Don Pedro

Don Pedro's Grocery Store is one of several excellent small grocery stores in La Piñata. but its specialty is liquor. Often has a 10 per cent discount off the marked price. Don Pedro himself is often seen behind the counter where if you have any questions he will be happy to answer you. Located on the Avenida on your right three blocks down from highway 200. Also one of the few grocery stores that regularly stocks leche light.

Community Calendar

ONGOING

AA Meeting

English speaking "Friends of Bill W" meet every Monday & Thursdays at 4 pm at Penamar Hotel in Rincon De Guayabitos, Room #13. The Penamar Hotel is located next to Tonota's II.

Market Day

La Peñita - Every Thursday approximately 8-2

Golf

Men's Day Every Thursday

Erik Nice performs at Mateja's Every Wednesday for Happy Hour 5-7 AND El Capitan in Sayulita 1-3 on the beach near Don Pedro's

Enrique Preciado Performs at the Bavarian 6 pm Gardens Wednesday. Romantic, Oldies & Dancing

Redneck Mothers perform every Friday Night at the Bavarian Gardens

NOVEMBER

TODAY Eric Nice Plays Mateja's Happy Hour 5-7

Enrique Preciado Performs at the Bavarian 6 pm Gardens

Nov 21-24 Spay & Neuter Clinic Volunteers Needed email linchimes@hotmail.com

Nov 23 American Thanksgiving

Ricardo's Annual Thanksgiving Dinner. First Come. Open at 3. Dinner at 4:30.

Nov 23 - 27 Bus Trip to Guadalajara

Nov 24 Redneck Mothers Play at the Bavarian Gardens. Dine & Dance

Nov 29- Dec 3 PV Film Festival http://www.banderasnews.com/0611/ent-filmfestival2006.htm

DECEMBER

Dec 11 -17 Raw Food and Juice Fasting Detox Retreat

Dec 12: Dia de Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe or Dia de la Virgen de Guadalupe http://www.mexonline.com/virginofguadalupe.htm

Dec 15: Nayarit Fundraiser. 6 pm at Hotel California in La Peñita. Silent Auction, Donate something for the Needy folks of Nayarit. For volunteer, donations or information contact: adelante@telus.net

Dec 16-24: Posadas Navideñas
Dec 24: Christmas Eve Noche Buena

Dec 25:           Christmas Day or Navidad
Dec 28:           Día de los Santos Inocentes
Dec 31:           New Year's Eve or Festejos de fin de Año

Ms Maneras

Dear Ms Maneras,

What's with all these newcomers coming here and messing with my paradise. Every day the streets become more and more crowded with gringo's. I liked it better when it was a sleepy little village. Now it has become a "hot community" and housing and land prices have soared.

They want to change everything. The restaurants and shops have gone upscale. The next thing you know, there will be a sushi restaurant or a Starbucks. Wal-Mart is probably next. We now have a "Community Newspaper".

Why can't they leave this little hamlet alone.

Sol Man

Dear Sol Man,

Paradise is hard to keep quiet. This is a wonderful little corner of the planet and one that is hard not to talk about. Change is inevitable and is good for the local economy.

Ms Maneras has been a regular visitor for 15 years to this spot and has lived here Mas o Menos for just over 3. The local people are doing much better and their standard of living has improved greatly. There are jobs and opportunities that the locals only dreamed about.

While with the good, there is also the bad. Yes the prices have increased - BUT GET A GRIP! They have everywhere else too. Housing? Look at the Seattle, Vancouver or Las Vegas housing market.

Instead of a grumble in the jungle, get with the program. Enjoy the moments you can savor here in Jaltemba Bay. It will never be like it was but then again it will never be like back home either.

Ms Maneras thinks that a sushi restaurant would be a lovely addition to the choices we now have on the bay but agrees that the area doesn't need any big chain restaurants.

Ms Maneras

Ms M

Dear Ms Maneras,

Can you help me please as I am at my wit's end. My wife of 24 years has decided that she is going to protect the turtles. She goes out every night with a group of young people and scours the beaches looking for poachers that capture these creatures. She leaves the house at 10 and doesn't get home until after 2am. She claims the mini-skirt is to help her wade in the warm waters and the stiletto's are to help get traction on the sand. I just can't stand it anymore.

Ron

Dear Ron,

Ms Maneras thinks you should come out of your shell so to speak. Go save the turtles with her. Put on your favorite Speedo, sport your favorite tank top and flip flops and join in the fun. You are sure to scare off any predators along the way.

Ms Maneras

Ms M

Dear Ms Maneras,

I am sick and tired of the lady next door coming over and putting the hit on me. She is married but she comes over to my house nearly every evening all dressed up and ready to party. I indulge her a bit and let her in because I want to be polite. BUT MY PATIENCE is running thin. What can I do?

Pete from Penasco

Dear Pete,

Ms Maneras thinks you should beware of an older gentleman sporting a Speedo and tank top before you let her inside your home again.

Ms Maneras

Quotes for the Day

"We don't live in a world of reality, we live in a world of perceptions."
Gerald J. Simmons

"Those who live by the sword get shot by those who don't"

Ruehlen

"When I read about the evils of drinking, I gave up reading."

Henny Youngman
WARNING: The consumption of alcohol may lead you to think people are laughing WITH you.

Humor

Happiness

A couple is lying in bed. The man says, "I am going to make you the happiest woman in the world."

The woman replies, "I'll miss you..."

Too Hot

"It's just too hot to wear clothes today," Jack says as he stepped out of the shower, "Honey, what do you think the neighbors would think if I mowed the lawn like this?"
"Probably that I married you for your money," she replied.

La Peñita RV Park News & Notes

Last Night's Taco Tuesday!

view more photographs here

Come Visit the Pool Cafe for Breakfast

Schedule Today

8 Stretch & Strength

10 Volleyball

7 pm Go to Games Night in the Clubhouse!

(Click here for Monthly Calendar)

Dining Out

Ricardo's Pizza

The Best Pizza in Town

& Authentic Italian Fare

Tired? Want to Stay Home?

Delivery only 25 pesos.....

Click here for complete Menu

Click on map to view in larger format..map by Dot Bell

Mateja's Bar & Grill

Casual Dining Right on the Beach in Rincon de Guayabitos

Great "Home Cooked Foods"

Soups, Salads, Burgers, Steaks, Wings

Click here for complete Menu

Bavarian Gardens

Home Cooked German Food and Great Hearty Fare

Delicious German Fare that Has the Town Talking

Enrique Preciado Performs at the Bavarian 6 pm Gardens Wednesday. Romantic, Oldies & Dancing

Redneck Mothers Dining & Dancing Every Friday Night

Click here for complete Menu

More Restaurants Coming Soon

Classifieds

Circulation approximately 700 people Please inquire regarding publishing times editor@ontheroadin.com

Buy & Sell

Raw Food and Juice Fasting Detox Retreat

Los Pavorreales Eco Resort in Amatlan de Cañas

A Hot Spring Pueblo

December 11-17th, 2006 & February 26 - March 4th

Jill Schneider, Director of Circle of Life Holistic Programs

email jillsch@bellsouth.net

(Click here for More information)

Wanted Good Home for Puppy

This photo is of the cutest, calmest, most affectionate little dog I have ever met. She is 2 1/2 months old, has been spayed (yesterday), and is looking for a new home. Will remain a very small dog, some type of Chihuahua cross. Not
yappy.
Her name is Milagrosita and she lives in La Colonia with a nice family that has too many dogs. Contact hearob@island.net as the owner (Cecelia) does not speak English or have e-mail.

"Wanted: Leads on where we might find a good dog kennel for our two golden
retrievers over Christmas (Dec. 23 to 30th). email larone@tcc.on.ca"

?Organized? Bus Trip to Guadalajara

Thursday November 23 - Monday November 27 Thursday

Stay at the Historic Hotel Frances

Rooms are approximately $68 - 72 USD per room

Private Bus Costs Dependant on number of Passengers

Singles are Welcome

Contact dougporter@shaw.ca ASAP

Se Vende (For Sale)

2 Colchones Ind (2 single Mattresses)

Marca Wendy Hotelero

$700 pesos C/U

holiday@casadelapenita

Mexican Road Logs and Driving Guides

DRIVE SAFE in MEXICO.

Download a detailed guide for your next Road Trip

Every Pemex, which has diesel or not, Military and

agricultural check points, tolls, km markings and

just about everything you will need to get where

you want to go. Click here for more information

Mexican Auto, RV and Boat Insurance

MEXPRO

Get Your Insurance Online Before You Leave Home

Best Underwriters for Your American & Canadian Vehicles into Mexico

Click here for a free quote

Learn Spanish Visually

Visual Link Spanish

Learn Spanish Quickly Via CD Rom

Order Before you Leave

Click here for more information

1999 Golden Falcon – Fifth Wheel

28 Feet Long - Model 25MGT

Currently in La Penita Nayarit

Beautiful Condition

Click here to view

Wanted to Buy

Men's Bike

See Larry/Nancy Schnurr schnurr@shaw.ca

Computer Hardware Problems?

Ask Joe for Help

Reasonable Rates

joekrajnc@hotmail.com

PGA Golf Professional

Ron DeSantis is offering 9 hole Playing Lessons

in El Monteon Field of Dreams Golf Course

1 Student $420 pesos

2 Students $210 pesos

3 Students $140 pesos

4 Students $105 pesos

(Maximum of 4)

Lessons DO NOT include Green Fees, Individual Clubs or Balls)

Contact Ron via bill@ontheroadin.com

American Veterans Needing Assistance in Mexico

David Lord, National Service Officer

Order of the Purple Heart

email: mophmx@yahoo.com

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