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                 Almost Daily News for the Residents of Jaltemba  Bay
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Good Morning & Buenos días.... and Welcome to Paradise

Monday November 27 2006 - Great People! Great Friends! Viva Mexico!

Sometimes Email goes astray. It may get to your computer in a minute or it may take hours or even days. Some people get two copies. We are attempting to have the latest Jaltemba Express posted Daily by 8 am Nayarit time. Please forgive the virtual delivery boy if makes he makes an error or is caught taking a siesta. (Back Issues can be viewed here)

Headlines

Protesters set more fires in Oaxaca - 43 Injured - Click Here

President Fox Has Fainting Spell - Click Here
Castro Remembered by Mexican Town - Click Here
Baja 1000 - Record Number of Racecar Teams - Click Here
 

Jaltemba News & Notes
 
 
Support Oaxaca Craftsman - A group of Oaxacan artisans are here in the Jaltemba Bay area selling their hand crafted rugs. While normally the artists stay in Oaxaca State to sell thier ware, their capital city is torn by demonstrations and violence. They have been forced to take to the road and sell their rugs locally to support themselves.Oaxaca
The group uses traditional methods to card and spin the wool. They use insects and plants to die the fibers before hand weaving the magnificent designs by hand. Each rug is unique, preserving the traditional handcrafted techniques passed down by generations.
An Exhibition and sale will take place at the La Peņita RV Resort and Spa on Wednesday November 29 at 11 am at the Palapa. A spokesperson from the group will give a talk and demonstration of some of the processes used to create the rugs. Admission is free and the general public is welcome. Please come and support Oaxacan artisans.
 
La Peņita Homeowners Association Organized
Any homeowner in La Peņita that is interested in forming a Home Owners Association please contact Mark by email, anesthesia94@yahoo.ca  or phone 274-2539. The purpose of the association will be to discuss problems in La Peņita such as: break ins and robberies, police not doing anything about the B&E, better water service, etc.. I feel, as a group, we will have more influence on the departments involved than acting as an individual. Lets have a meeting, express our concerns and agree on a course of action to make La Peņita a better and safer place to live.  Please spread the word, canvass your neighborhood, see how many people are interested and if there is  sufficient interest a meeting will be scheduled for all to attend.
 
Sunset Bar and Grill Opens Saturday
The sunset bar and grill (at the Hotel California) this Saturday with the famous "BBQ YOUR OWN STEAK!! " It is a filet mignon and they will have it with Martha's Yummy potato salad, baked potato, little green onions grilled, a green or red salad and garlic bread. Thursdays they feature the famous SHRIMP BALLS
Open at 5pm and close at 9pm.
 
 

Letters to the Editor
Hi Dorothy,
First I want to say thank you for putting my Chiropractic services in your newsletter. There is a typographical error, in that you wrote Pipl.Ac which should read Dipl.Ac which stands for Diplomate in Acupuncture. I Don't actually mind being a Piplomate, It could be much more fun.
Saludos, Victor
(Editors Note: The staff were into the Yoga again.....Problema corrected)
 
Hi folks.
Both  of us look forward to your news of the area and look forward to our own arrival about Jan 3rd..I look at our weather outside at the moment in Nanaimo on Vancouver Island and wonder what in the world are we doing here given that today the 26th of Nov we have 8 inches of snow on the lawn and still coming down. However family commitments like grand children and xmas  have strong ties.. so we will for the next month look with at the weather reports in your area...Holiday greetings to all
Sandy & Gloria
 
Hi,
Thanks for including us in the Jaltemba Express newsletters. I think it is a lot of work. I Loved the photo of Marian Schrier, It was all her!
Rick Harris

Hello,
We will be staying in PVR part of our vacation and in San Pancho for the rest of the time.  We are looking for two things:
1) a reasonably priced rental car service, it doesn't have to be based at the PVR airport.
2) liability insurance for a rental car.  I've been to ProMex but they need to know what kind of car you have before they give you a quote.  We won't know that until we rent one. 
3) We found an outfit in Buscerias called Gecko Rental, but they are all sold out.
Any ideas?
Betty
 
Hi there guys,
Great job !!! Everyone I know are loving your newsletter. Keep up the good work.
Jorge Aceves
 

Hi,
We've been reading your newspaper for the past week as it had been forwarded to us by our good friends Geoff & Judy Eggleton, who also live in the Villas del Tropico development in Los Ayala. We would like to have it come daily to us with our email just in case we forget to pull it up from our favourites.
We've been here a week now and are almost finished cleaning up the dust and cobwebs and look forward to knowing what's happening in the Jaltemba Bay area.
Thank you for the great job you're doing in getting out the paper every morning. I just discovered that there is even a paper on Sunday.
Carl & Betty Eskow
 


 
Weather

5-Day Forecast 

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Our Towns
 
Mr Tarantula
Mr. Tarantula and his family live close by and you probably don't even know it. Sure to get a reaction every time he enters room, Mr T is hairy and black, has eight eyes and fangs. Unlike others spiders, he does not spin a web. North American tarantulas are exclusively ground-dwellers and live in burrows or silken retreats on trees, the walls of buildings, in plants such as bananas and pineapples or cliff faces.
Mr. T can inflict a painful bite when threatened but is very unlikely to do so. His venom is considered non-toxic to humans although there is likely to be a  rash caused by the hairs. Clean the bite with soap and water and apply anti-infection topical cream. Remove hairs with tape.
 
Please remember we are in the Tropics. Be careful.
(MR T was Caught by Horst)

Humor

Two guys are bungee-jumping one day. The first guy says to the second. "You know, we could make a lot of money running our own bungee-jumping service in Mexico." The second guy thinks this is a great idea, so the two pool their money and buy everything they'll need - a tower, an elastic cord, insurance, etc.

They travel to Mexico and begin to set up on the square. As they are constructing the tower, a crowd begins to assemble. Slowly, more and more people gather to watch them at work.

The first guy jumps. He bounces at the end of the cord, but when he comes back up, the second guy notices that he has a few cuts and scratches. Unfortunately, the second guy isn't able catch him, he falls again, bounces and comes back up again. This time, he is bruised and bleeding. Again, the second guy misses him. The first guy falls again and bounces back up. This time, he comes back pretty messed up - he's got a couple of broken bones and is almost unconscious.

Luckily, the second guy finally catches him this time and says, "What happened? Was the cord too long?" The first guy says, "No, the cord was fine, but what the heck is a 'pinata'?"



Community Calendar
NOVEMBER
 
 
Nov 29             11 am. Oaxaca Artisans Demonstration, Exhibition and Sale. Everyone in the community is invited to attend. Support artists that have been forced to sell their crafts outside of Oaxaca.
                       Work Party at Campo de Ensueno - Field of Dreams Golf Course 9 am. Bring gloves, rakes, shovels if you have them. Breakfast will be served at the Golf Course.
 
 
 
DECEMBER
Dec 2             Grand Opening of the Sunset Bar & Grill, Hotel California 5 - 9 pm
Dec 11 -17      Raw Food and Juice Fasting Detox Retreat 
Dec 10            Meet the Artist Casa de Los Amigos
Dec 12:           Dia de Nuestra Seņora 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 Peņita. Silent Auction, Donate something for the Needy folks of Nayarit. For volunteer, donations or information contact: adelante@telus.net
Dec 16-24:       Posadas Navideņas
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 Aņo
 
 
ONGOINGEric Nice Plays Mateja's

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 Peņita  - Every Thursday approximately 8-2

 Red Neck Mothers play every Friday at Bavarian Gardens

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
 
 


Quotes for the Day
 
"We don't live in a world of reality, we live in a world of perceptions."
Gerald J. Simmons
 
"The things that come to those that wait will be the things left by those who got there first."
Ruehlen
 
" A hangover is the Wrath of Grapes"
 

Ms Maneras
Dear Ms Maneras,
I went to a restaurant the other day and listened to a very nice musical group. They played well and later a small Mexican boy came around and passed the hat for the musicians. I noticed that some of the patrons did NOT contribute. What gives.
Paul with a bad haircut
 
Dear Paul,
Ms Maneras recognizes you now.....
The custom in Mexico is that if a musician or group of musicians play at a restaurant for a set or so, that patrons will contribute in the form a tip. It is either collected via a hat or tin can or it is given by the patron into a glass usually near the stage. The tip is dependant on how much you enjoyed the music and if you feel it contributed to the atmosphere. Usually musicians do not get a salary but live off the tips.
If people do not like the music they are under no obligation to tip. If they have been there all afternoon or evening and participating, ie. dancing, then they should contribute.
On the other hand, if traveling musicians play a song or two in a restaurant for a specific patron, one is not expected to additionally pay for that song. Many do because they enjoy it. Generally traveling musicians ask if patrons want a song before asking for money.
If your fellow patrons did not tip, they probably didn't enjoy the music or they are cheapskates. No tips will soon mean no music in the future.
Ms Maneras
Ms M
 
Dear Ms Maneras,
There is a very nice Mexican lady at a local restaurant that I wish to date. I know she is recently separated so I want to know if it is proper to ask her out before the divorce is final. Is it a problem? She is absolutely the most wonderful woman I have ever met. I feel smitten every time she smiles.
Ted from Tucson
 
Dear Ted,
Ms Maneras thinks you should be subtle in your approach. Tell her "we should go out for dinner sometime," and test her response. If she is enthusiastic rather than just being polite, then ask regarding a specific evening.
Ms Maneras
 
Ms M
Dear Ms Maneras,
I am a single woman and enjoy it. I have plenty of friends and I am not looking for a husband or even a loving relationship at this stage in my life.
My friends, however, want to match me up and invite single men over for dinner or drinks. I tell them I am happy being alone but they ignore my requests and continue to invite single guys with the obvious notion that I am going to fall madly in love with him.
How do I get it through their brains that I am happy with just me and my dogs.
Brandy
 
Dear Brandy,
Ms Maneras believes that your friends have the best intentions in mind. They want to see you as happy (or as miserable) as they are.
If you find yourself in the same situation again, she kindly suggests you demonstrate some of your yoga positions to the guests. (see yesterdays Jaltemba Express) This will ensure the hosts will never invite you again.
Ms Maneras
 

La Peņita RV Park News & Notes


 
Come Visit the Pool Cafe for Breakfast
Schedule Today
Haircuts
8 Stretch & Strength
10 Volleyball
Guadalajara Group to Arrive Home!
 
 
 
 
 
 


Dining Out 
 
 
Hinde & Jaimes Restaurant & Bar
World Renowned Fish & Shrimp Tacos
Chilli Relleno's Every Friday
Great Place to Meet the Locals
Cold Beer & Great Friendships
 
Ricardo's Pizza
The Best Pizza in Town
& Authentic Italian Fare
Tired? Want to Stay Home?
Delivery only 25 pesos.....
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 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
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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
 
More Restaurants Coming Soon
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Sunset Bar & Grill
Hotel California
Grill Your Own Steaks
Shrimp Ball Thursdays
La Peņita de Jaltemba
Open 5 - 9 pm
 
 


Events & Activities 

 
Raw Food and Juice Fasting Detox Retreat
 Los Pavorreales Eco Resort in Amatlan de Caņas
                      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)
 
 
Art Exhibition & Sale
Meet the Artist, Judy Kerrigan, a self-taught artist from San Miguel de Allende, Mexico
Saturday December 10, Casa de Los Amigos, Noon to Sunset
 
         Horseback Riding Tours of the Area
Want to explore the back hills by horseback? Then these are the tours for you. The 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 sun block 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

Wanted 

Dog Kennel
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"
 
 
Wanted to Buy
 Men's Bike
  See Larry/Nancy Schnurr schnurr@shaw.ca

Services 
 
        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
 
       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
 

Inexpensive Taxi's in La Penita & Rincon

Servicio de Taxis Independencia
Tel: (327) 102-6441
 

Relieve Those Aches and Pains

Doctor Quiropractico
Victor J. Youcha D.C. Dipl. AC
Casa Clinica Campesina
Las Varas
(327) 272-0184 Clinic
(327) 274-1040 Casa
 

For Sale 
                    Se Vende (For Sale)
   2 Colchones Ind (2 single Mattresses) 
                       Marca Wendy Hotelero
                           $700 pesos C/U
              holiday@casitadelapenita.ws
                   Phone: (327) 274-0776
 
      Class A "EAGLE ONE" RV for Sale  
Excellent Condition & Great Price
              Beautiful Wide Body Unit
              Located in Guayabitos Area
              Click here for all the details

      email: mexicocasabella@hotmail.com

 

 

Fine Mexican Jewlery
ARMANDO's
Joyeria & Relojeria
Ave Emillio Zapata #21, (La Avenida)
Tel: (327) 274-0104

 

 

 
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         1999 Golden Falcon – Fifth Wheel
            28 Feet Long - Model 25MGT
                       Currently in La Penita Nayarit
                            Beautiful Condition
                           Click here to view
 

Accommodation
 
Casita de La Penita
Beautiful Bungalows in La Penita
Tel: (011-52) 327- 274-0776
Casa de los Amigos

Casa de los Amigos

Romantic Bed & Breakfast for Friendly Guests
La Peņita de Jaltemba
Phone: (011-52)327-27-40713
 

Great Links

If you want to ask questions or just participate in the goings on in the Jaltemba Bay area there are two wonderful and insightful boards.

Tom Plattinberger's Jaltemba Bay Folks  click here

Jamies Board on Rincon Guayabitos click here

Read more news from our neighbors to the south

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Veterans Day Photographs click here

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Berger Night

Horseback ride photography by Larry Baron

Magical Mystery tour photography by Larry Baron

 

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