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Bazooka Bill (esteemed Judge of the Margarita Contest)

LOST DOG FOUND -A Big Thank You!
I want to thank everyone who helped look for our lost dog tonight. As David and I walked the beach and nearly every street in Guayabitos desperately looking for our dog, so many people offered to help look for her... the police, our neighbors, people walking the beach, those heading to dinner... many who we had never met before and will likely not see again. It was amazing. We want to thank each and every one of you so very much! We are truly grateful for your help and concern.
I thought some of you might be interested to know that we adopted Tequila one month ago. She had been brought down from the US, but while here, her owners decided that they didn't want to keep her. She was living on the street until a caring couple in La Peñita took her in. She was thin and dirty, but she had happy eyes and a warm disposition. She clearly needed to be loved and a good home.
Anyway, after three very long hours of searching on foot earlier tonight, Tequila the Dog is home safe, bathed and sleeping soundly, as a puppy should be. A sincere thank you!
Allyson Williams & David Thompson

MEXICO MEDICAL CARE
Dear Jaltemba Express Editor:
I would like to be subscribed to the Jaltemba Express. I find your almost daily to be very informative and funny at times. My husband and I have a place in paradise, on the road to El Tonino. When not there, we live in Las Vegas, and your paper keeps us in touch with the happenings in the area, and we get to see and hear about friends.
I will also like to chime in about the medical care in Mexico. My husband's health had deteriorated tremendously due to misdiagnosis and errors by medical professionals in Las Vegas. He was being treated as a type 2 diabetic when he wasn't diabetic. He was diagnosed as having pancreatic cancer and went to our little place in paradise basically, to die in peace. While there, his intestine perforated and he underwent emergency surgery. We discovered he did not have cancer, but diverticulitis in the small intestine. The surgeons removed the affected section and he recuperated fully. He was then 80 years old. This was 2 years ago. The Hospital de la Loma, run by catholic nuns in Tepic, although modest, was immaculate. The nurses were kind and very professional, always willing to tend and care for him. I was allowed to stay with him at all times. The doctors were competent and kind, staying on top of his progress and visiting him twice per day, taking time to apprise me of his progress, never rushed. They are now our closest friends and keep in touch with us, and visit us frequently when we are there.
Our experience with the medical system in Mexico was outstanding. Regrettably, I can not say the same for the medical attention we received here in the States. The total bill for surgery, hospital, therapists, laboratory tests and much more was only $17,000.00. We were gladly reimbursed in full by our insurance. Not long ago, after three days in a local hospital our insurance was billed over $33,000.00 in laboratory, scans, sonograms and other tests, for what appeared to be a bout of indigestion. The total bill neared $50,000.00. The nurses were more preoccupied with a labor dispute, and we complained about the cleanliness of the room but were told to wait for the next shift. It was only when I threatened to call the Health Department, that they paid attention to us. I could go on, but you get the idea.
I am extremely lucky and grateful to the Doctors, Hospital and nurses in Mexico. My husband is alive and well and we look forward to returning to our little Ranch in Mexico soon.
Malena Burnett, Rancho Aventura
El Tonino, Nayarit

TACO STAND SITTING
I just read today’s issue, and wanted to tell you about a taco stand across from the airport in PV, under the pedestrian walk-way. It’s called the El Marlin.
My buddy Miguel from Posada del Sol in Rincon has been raving about them for years. Well a few weeks ago my wife and a couple of our amigos had the pleasure to do so. We all had the shrimp tacos (more like a Canadian style burrito). They are huge with about 15 large shrimp & cheese with onion, lettuce, tomato and some sauces. Big enough to feed two and by far the best taco I have had in Mexico.
I then tried the Marlin and it was equally as tasty. So if you have time while in PV, check them out.
Jay, Shawnigan Lake BC

HAMMOCK HOLDER ENVY
Dear Editor,
I have had a case of "Hammock Holder Envy" for two days now. Could you please ask Rick Timmons to divulge the name and address of the person who manufactured his beautiful holder?Thanks,
Mitchell Schilling
Hi,
Could you identify what the final batch of photos is in your paper today? Then people all dressed up in costumes, etc.,,,, what event is this, and where and when? Thanks
Linda
(EDITORS NOTE: There are actually 2 batches of photos – both are from past Carnivals. The first batch is from Las Varas. The second batch is of a carnival parade in Mazatlan. This year carnival season starts around the 15th of February. The date differs annually as it is tied to the Christian Calendar; Easter, lent etc.)