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We won't forget Veterans gather at golf course for annual tournament. Winning team this year consisted of Gary, Larry, Charlie and bill...see editorial below
Mexican Space Agency There’s discussion regarding creation of a Mexican Space Agency - or AEXA, for short. The Mexican Senate must first deliberate on the matter, before such an organization obtains legal status…..More
Disease warning in flooded Mexico Tens of thousands of Mexicans affected by widespread flooding in the state of Tabasco are at risk of epidemics of diseases, officials have said…..More
Mexico Welcomes Telefonica, Dismissing Slim's Outcry Nov. 8 (Bloomberg) -- Mexico welcomes Telefonica SA's entry in local telecommunications to foster competition and lower prices, a government minister said, dismissing claims by Carlos Slim's Telefonos de Mexico SAB that the Spanish company is breaking a law that restricts foreign investment in the industry…..More
Mexico's spirit of revolution "DIEZ pesos! Solo diez pesos!" The cry rings out through the subway carriage, above the rattle of tracks and squealing brakes. "Ten pesos! Only 10 pesos!"…..More
Americans Urged to Donate Wisely to Those Affected by Flooding in Tabasco State, Mexico Monetary donations provide immediate, effective assistance. Arlington, Va. (PRWEB) November 10, 2007 -- The Center for International Disaster Information (CIDI) encourages all those who wish to help those affected by the flooding in Tabasco State, Mexico to donate cash, as an alternative to gifts-in-kind and other commodities, in order to provide optimal assistance. It is widely recognized that cash donations are the most efficient and effective means of response, a policy supported by CIDI's funding partner, the United States Agency for International Development's Office of Foreign Disaster Assistance, and those in the established international disaster response community. …..More
NAFTA Inequity and Immigration In June I took a television crew out to Cabeza de Juárez, a sprawling public housing project on the outskirts of Mexico City. Here families live on the edge of survival—the precariousness of their lives makes them a sensitive barometer of changes in the Mexican economy…..More
Crocodiles, snakes worry flooded Mexico villages VILLAHERMOSA, Mexico -- Crocodiles and snakes taking to flooded streets are posing a new risk in the southern Mexican state of Tabasco, which has been devastated by 10 days of flooding…..More
Local Mexicans call for the creation of a new Municipality of Jaltemba Bay which they claim will result in more funding for sewer, water and other municipal services for La Penita and Rincon de Guayabitos Los Amigos Meets Tomorrow Los Amigos de La Peñita next general meeting will be on Nov. 12 at 7:00 PM at the Xaltemba Rest./Gallery which is located in the town square one door from Soley 's Restaurant. All meetings will now be held at Xaltemba Rest./Gallery on the second and fourth Monday of every month at 7:00 PM. Many thanks to Eddie and Roberto for allowing us to have our meetings at their restaurant. Lets have a big turn out for this meeting!
Lin Chimes announced the introduction of the Jaltemba Bay Animal Rescue today. The site, while still under construction, will help members and the public keep informed about new clinics and opportunities to serve the community. To view the new website click here The free spay and neuter clinic will be held on November 13th, 14th and 15th at Carole and Brian Francoeur’s home on the north side of La Penita. Down Calle Cabo San Lucas, turn left on Prol. Cabo San Lucas (
Birdman to Marry Birdman and long time love Laura will be saying "I Do" on Tuesday. We wish the happy couple our best. (Editor's Note:They have set up a bridal registry at the golf course)
Our little labor of love continues to grow at unexpected levels / Jaltemba Sol shines brightly Who would of thought? One year ago Dot and I started the Jaltemba Express as a service for the community...we had under 1000 subscribers within a month. Within a year we now have 7214 direct subscribers and an amazing 42,000 distinct visitors to every edition of the Jaltemba Sol. It almost feels as if the entire world is watching our little corner of paradise.
Now before we let this all go to our heads, we have to give thanks to everyone who has contributed to the success. We count on you to supply us with information and pictures. Bar and Restaurant owners who ensure that we have the necessary information at hand...we thank you and hope that everyone continues to enjoy the Jaltemba Sol. Remember! If no one tells us about the event, its hard to publish it. Bill and Dot Bell Send information to editor@jaltembasol.com
Up Date on the Free Spay and Neuter Clinic Our vets and assistants arrive on Sunday, November 11th. Clinic set up will take place Monday, November 12th at 9 a.m. An orientation and sign up session for new volunteers will take place at 2 p.m. Both meetings are at the clinic site: Down Calle Cabo San Lucas, turn left on Prol. Cabo San Lucas (last street before the beach), the first new house on the beach, La Penita Still Needed: Donations of snacks, drinks, water Dog and Cat Food Our heartfelt thanks to the following: Jaltemba Bay Animal Rescue is indebted to Tom Plattenberger and Bruce Ward for donating use of Casa Libertad for accommodation to our visiting vets. We are responsible for accommodation and food for the vets who arrive from Tepic and Mexico City so help in this area is very important! Thank you, Tom and Bruce! Roberto Gil de Montes and Eddie Dominguez from the Xaltemba Bay Gallery and Restaurant have offered to host our vets as well. Thank you Roberto and Eddie..you both work so hard to enhance all our community work in so many areas!! Marilyn and Darrell Heard brought down supplies from their grand daughter, Sharlee who collected a wealth of donations including medicines, needles and drape from the Dove Lewis Vet Hospital. A special thanks to Sharlee, the Dove Lewis Vet Hospital and the Heards for their terrific support! These supplies will be put to good use during our clinic and help reduce our overall cost. Dr. Maureen Thomas and to Carole Thacker for bringing us much needed kennels and supplies! Jane Hill has donated $200.00 USD in memory of Dale, Susan and Jim Schrandt’s border collie. Thank you, Jane for your continued support and encouragement. Marlene Zacharias who donated $100.00 CDN, Maxine Zurbrigg who donated $500 pesos and Joan Hogar who donated 200 pesos . Thank you for your loyal support over these past years. Thank you to all who have helped by bringing down kennels, donated money and offered to volunteer!!! Lunch is now complete for the three days! Nancy Milski, Bobi and Brian Emmons and Faye and Fred Hodson are our chefs who will feed the hungry stomachs of our hard working vets and volunteers! All of us thank you! Make a donation to Jaltemba Bay Animal Rescue today!
S pecial Event At Mateja's:Purchase Tickets in Advance
Larry's Place at the Penamar Hotel Opens Food and drinks at a reasonable price / Happy Hour 5 pm to 7 pm Free WiFi Internet Open 2 p.m. to 10 pm everyday except Wednesdays
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Lo de Marcos Beaches
7 pm - General Meeting of Los Amigos de la Penita
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2 pm Eric Nice plays Matejas'
7 pm Robert Curiel sings at Hinde and Jaimes
17 4 pm That Gal Again J'aqui performs at Mateja's. Tickets in advance.
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WEBSITE A HIT Hi Dot I am getting VERY positive comments about the webpage~~AND have already had $250.00 donated! Thanks to you and Bill. Lin REMEMBERANCE DAY
On November 11, 1999 Terry Kelly was in a Shoppers Drug Mart store in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia. At 10:55 AM an announcement came over the store's PA asking customers who would still be of the premises at 11:00 AM to give two minutes of silence in respect to the veterans who have sacrificed so much for us.
Terry was impressed with the store's leadership role in adopting the Legion's "two minutes of silence" initiative. He felt that the store's contribution of educating the public to the importance of remembering was commendable. When eleven o'clock arrived on that day, an announcement was again made asking for the "two minutes of silence" to commence.
All customers, with the exception of a man who was accompanied by his young child, showed their respect. Terry's anger towards the father for trying to engage the store's clerk in conversation and for setting a bad example for his child was later channeled into a beautiful piece of work called, "A Pittance of Time".
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I Shall Remember - by Bill Bell
There was my father who rarely talked of his war experiences having served in World War 1 from 1914 till discharged in 1919. The first stories I heard was when my father would wake up in the middle of the night screaming and in a cold sweat. 50 years after it was over and his subconscious would not let him forget the horrors of trench warfare having fought at Ypres, Vimy Ridge and his worse nightmare of all ...the Battle of the Somme. That was the battle where an enemy shell hit the deep trench where as a front line courier he had just sought relief from the shelling. He would survive, but at 17 years old he was buried alone with the bodies of his comrades lying around him for four days in mud, blood and guts before being rescued. To the day he died, his phobia of bare feet would insist that all the children in the Bell household had to wear slippers or socks. I felt like I was standing next to a hero every Remembrance Day , looking up at my dad’s medals and service badges. Then of course there was my Grandmother Maisie, who had lost two brothers in that same war one week apart. Their pictures hung in a special place in her West End apartment, placed alongside her eldest son Michael Murphy who died at the hands of a kamikaze pilot in World War ll’s south pacific theatre. Her eyes would tear up every time she looked at those pictures. Another son, Terry, was wounded twice in Italy serving with the Seaforth Highlanders. Every visit to San Francisco to visit him meant a history lesson in the Italian campaign and on some rare occasions he would have to take off to the hospital to get a piece of grenade shrapnel removed from his body that mysteriously made its way to the surface. Once back from the hospital he would proudly show off the fresh wound to his sons and nephew. The 60’s brought fear back into the household as my American cousins were called up for service in Vietnam as we Canadians sat and watched the daily news of casualties much as we do today with the Iraqi and Afghanistan campaigns where once again many of my American cousins have children serving. There is always debate on what is a just and right war to fight! Every war has divided the population; it is the nature of humankind. Some wars have created greater debate than others, and some have caused far more losses and casualties. Bur Veterans Day or Remembrance Day is not about war. It is about remembering the men and women who served and those who sacrificed their lives so that we can enjoy our freedoms. There is no such thing as a “Good War” only good men and women who serve their country in the hope of bringing peace. I will always remember my father, my great uncles, uncles, cousins what they did for their countries and for all us. I will also pray for peace for those who are now serving our countries in far away countries. Finally, I want to say thank you to all my friends in Mexico who served your respective countries. You make me proud - like the little boy standing next to his father on Remembrance Day. You are societies heroes and I salute you. 5-Day Forecast for Puerto Vallarta
The Gift – Submitted by Ron Herbert A husband was in big trouble when he forgot his wedding anniversary. His wife told him, "Tomorrow there better be something in the driveway for me that goes zero to 200 in two seconds flat".The next morning the wife found a small package in the driveway. She opened it and found a brand new bathroom scale. Funeral arrangements for the husband have been set for Saturday.
Van and Truck For Sale 1991 Dodge Van. Mexican registered, 12 passenger. Runs OK. $25,000 pesos obo. 1986 Ford Truck. Good 460 engine. Great parts truck. $9000 pesos. Contact Carole@lapenitarvpark.com
Large panes of glass
For sale some 6 ml glass suitable for windows or patio door use. The sizes are roughly:
36" x 72"
36" x 53"
36" x 70"
There are 2 panes of each size.
Please contact us at Casita de La Penita - 274 - 0776 or email.
Prices vary between $250.00 pesos - $500.00 pesos per pane.
Bob and Linda Gibbs
Casita de La Penita
www.casitadelapenita.ws
Opportunity knocks! Beautiful, prime quality hotel right on the beach of Los Ayala, 17 units, each with balcony and view, pool, 2800 sq meter lot, 6 year old construction, impeccable, a must see! USD $2,000,000 Visit us at Call us at 327-274-1252 / 2873.  Gran oportunidad! Un hotel de primera en la playa de Los Ayala, 17 unidades, cada una con balcón y vista al mar, alberca, 2800 metros cuadrados, construcción de 6 años, impecable, hay que verlo! USD $2,000,000 Llámennos al 327-274-1252 / 2873.
Sleepy beach towns dot the landscape, and each town has its own charm. Bucerias offers a relaxed, village experience with easy access to the nightlife and shopping of Puerto Vallarta. Further north (an approximate 35-minute drive from Puerto Vallarta) is Sayulita---a bohemian surf town that feels light-years away from Puerto Vallarta. Continue another few miles to reach San Francisco (also called San Pancho), where locals outnumber foreigners, and you feel a real sense of village life. Finally, for a taste of Mexico that's even less influenced by tourism, continue up the coast for another two hours and you'll reach the fishing village of San Blas, which is a world-renowned habitat for migratory birds. Here, Fodor's shares some of our favorite spots in Nayarit for a secluded beach getaway. For more selections, pick up Fodor's Puerto Vallarta 2008, which covers the region in greater depth. Food is the focus in this tiny beachfront town. In the town plaza, you can dine off the street, or step inside one of the beachside seafood, tapas (Tapas del Mundo), and Mexican restaurants (Dugarel Plays). For excellent cheap eats, head to the square in the middle of town and check out the local vendors selling birria (spicy goat stew) tacos from a hand-driven cart, or shaved ice with homemade guava syrup from the back of a truck. If you're in a celebratory mood, one of the area's finest restaurants, the Mediterranean-accented Mark's Bar & Grill, is a short drive away. South of the square, you'll find rows of street vendors hawking t-shirts and handicrafts. Other than that, there's not much shopping. Come here if you want a local village vibe, and for proximity to the shopping and nightlife of Puerto Vallarta. Lodging options are limited, but Hotel Palmeras is a great, low-key bet, just a block from the beach, with rooms under $100 a night. For something more upscale, head north of town to Villa Bella (photo, top), a gorgeous hillside property overlooking the town of La Cruz de Huanacaxtle. Sayulita If you want to watch surfers working the waves as you recline on a rented chaise lounge, Sayulita is the place to do it. Along with surfers, you'll find toned twentysomethings and young families ruling the scene, eating at casual restaurants (Choco Banana and Si Hay Olitas) and hanging out at outdoor bars and ceviche joints that line the beachfront. This town is slightly larger than neighboring villages, with more dining and lodging options, most of them budget oriented. Our favorite place to stay is the rustic-chic Villa Amor, a gorgeous property that climbs up a hillside with spectacular views and indoor-outdoor living spaces. If you're looking for something a bit more remote than Sayulita, head a few miles further up the coastline to San Francisco (also called San Pancho), where the presence of Americans and international travelers feels more minimal. There may be fewer restaurants (the best are La Ola Rica and Mar Plata) and bars (try La Casita de Gallo), but travelers gain a sense of solitude walking along desolate beaches. When you're this far north of Puerto Vallarta, locals outnumber foreigners by at least two-to-one. It's a great place to practice your Spanish, and to decompress from your busy life. For a romantic getaway, try the intimate Casa Obelisco (photo, right), a B&B north of the village in a luxurious estate. For simpler lodgings in the village, check out Hotel Cielo Rojo, a recently renovated boutique hotel with spare but tasteful décor. San Blas Furthest away from the hustle and bustle of Puerto Vallarta, San Blas is a fishing town and agricultural center that's home to approximately 12,000 people. Birding enthusiasts from around the world come here to spot some of the 300 migratory birds that spend their winters here. The area also offers ecotourism adventures like mangrove swamp boat rides, whale watching, surfing, and hiking in the jungle and along the beaches. The most upscale hotel is Garza Canela, a compound near the beach that houses several two- and three-story buildings flanked by beautifully manicured gardens, a pool, and a small chapel. The property is operated by a family of dedicated bird-watchers, and also offers the best dining experience in town, at El Delphin. If you want to stay in the center of the village, we recommend Hacienda Flamingos, a mansion-turned-hotel that looks like it was plucked from the set of a Frida Kahlo biopic. Just down the street, try local seafood at La Isla, including grilled shrimp, octopus, oysters, clams and red snapper. Afterwards, walk over to the main plaza, where vendors sell ice cream cones and villagers gather in the evenings to talk about the day's events. ---Erica Duecy Can you Speak Spanish? How long have you been studying Spanish? Between high school classes, college classes and you own efforts you could easily have a couple years already under your belt. During this time you have likely built up a good Spanish vocabulary, along with a basic understanding of Spanish verb conjugation. But can you speak Spanish? Why is speaking Spanish so hard? Would you feel comfortable approaching a native Spanish speaker and starting a conversation? Why not? Why is it so hard to speak Spanish even after years of study? Beginning high school and college Spanish classes, as well as most self study Spanish courses start off by teaching vocabulary and verb conjugation. You practice speaking, but the focus is on the individual word or phrase. Lists of words are memorized and tests are given on verb conjugation. So when it comes time to speak, the words and phrases are separate in your mind. It becomes a matter of trying to pull all the pieces together and form them all into a sensible sentence, not just speaking. The key to becoming more comfortable in speaking situations is to practice and learn the sentences as a whole, not in separate pieces. This way when you are trying to remember what to say, the whole sentence pops in your mind, not just one word. You will speak Spanish more correctly, more fluently and more confidently than ever before. The Visual Link Spanish Course allows you to utilize this effective way of learning and practice speaking Spanish. In our free online demo lessons, you can see how we utilize these strategies to truly teach you to speak Spanish. You will be able to recall everything you learn and words will come into your mind as a complete sentence not separate individual words. You will already be on your way to speaking Spanish more fluently and more confidently.
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If you thought you had to travel all the way to South America to find a beachside getaway where locals outnumber tourists, think again: The beach towns of Riviera Nayarit, north of 
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