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October
13th, 2008
Procession of the
Virgin - Guadalajara
Every year in Zapopan, on October 12,
a very special celebration occurs called the Procession of the Virgin (Procesion
de La Virgen) where a small 10” statue (affectionately nicknamed "La Generala"
the general) is brought home after her long journey through
Guadalajara. This year Bill and Dorothy were there to take
some photographs...wow what a show, but it was a little crowded with over a
million people.
Her homecoming celebration is very large, festive and a wonderful sight. She is
carried in a car that is not driven but very slowly pulled by devout
volunteers surrounded by crowds of enthusiastic followers escorting her home.
Sometimes all you are able to see is the large mass of followers but it
is a very unique and one of a kind experience.
Mexico News
Calderón Vows Economy will not be Paralyzed, nor Jobs
Lost
In a message on national television,
President Felipe Calderón declared this week that Federal Government has
significant scope for maneuver to cope with the international economic
crisis and prevent it from paralyzing the Mexican economy or causing
massive layoffs….More
Hurricane Norbert makes landfall over mainland Mexico after crossing
Baja California
Hurricane Norbert made landfall over
mainland Mexico early Sunday morning but is weakening, weather officials
said…..More
Attorney: Marine fighting extradition from Mexico
The attorney for a Marine accused of
killing a pregnant colleague says his client is fighting extradition to
the United States…..More
Mayan event recreates challenging ancient annual pilgrimage
At first it was just a speck on the
horizon of the turquoise Caribbean Sea. Then we could see the first of
the native dugout canoes with four men in loincloths and one woman in a
Mayan dress paddling steadily in the choppy ocean….More
VIDEO:
Humpbacks Migrate to Mexico
Americans cautioned about visits to Mexico because of drug war violence
Last month's deadly grenade attack in
colonial-era Morelia heightened doubts for would-be travelers about the
safety of travel in Mexico…..More
Mexico auctions off $3 billion to prop up peso
MEXICO CITY – Mexico's central bank
has auctioned off US$3 billion in foreign reserves to prop up the
falling peso. ….More
Mexico could slip into recession on exports, credit
Mexico could fall into a recession
because trouble in the U.S. economy is hitting demand for its exports
and a global credit crisis is putting strain on companies, analysts
said. ….More
Macabre tour of mummies is
a hit in Mexico
First they jet-setted to
Monterrey in specially designed glass cases. Crowds lined the streets to watch
them pass……More
Mexico unveils $4.4 billion in
emergency spending
President Felipe Calderon
is proposing $4.4 billion in emergency spending next year to boost growth and
jobs despite the world financial crisis…..More
Car Rental Fees
After reserving rental
car through Hotwire, traveler finds himself stuck with extra $308 in insurance….More
Mexico launches construction of
new Cancun
Mexican President Felipe
Calderon launched in late September the construction of a large tourist resort
on the coast of the Mexican Pacific state of Sinaloa, in a move similar to the
creation of Cancun 25 years ago on the Caribbean. The new tourist project is set
to be twice as large as Cancun and will be built in Teacapan, in the
municipality of Escuinapa, some 120 kilometres south of the beach resort of
Mazatlan. ….More
Mexico extradites former
Guatemalan president Portillo
Mexico City/Guatemala
City - Former Guatemalan president Alfonso Portillo was on Tuesday extradited
from Mexico to Guatemala where he faces corruption charges, Mexican authorities
confirmed. Portillo was president of the Central American country from 2000 to
2004. He is charged with abusing his authority and embezzling some 32 million
dollars. ....More
Mexico peso falls to all-time
low of 12 per dlr
Mexico's peso <MXN=>
MEX01 fell to an all-time low of 12.06 to the dollar on Tuesday due to the
global crisis.....More
Tropical Storm Marco hits
Mexico's Gulf coast
Tropical Storm Marco
roared ashore on Mexico's Gulf coast with near-hurricane force winds on Tuesday,
prompting a shutdown of some oil platforms.....More
Accidents involving buses
between US, Mexico
A look at some accidents
since 2002 in the United States involving bus companies that shuttle passengers
between the U.S. and Mexico.....More
Mexico's
Peso Rises on U.S. Plan to Inject Capital Into Banks
Michael J. Moore - Bloomberg
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Mexico's peso rose for the third day, the longest winning streak in three weeks,
as the U.S. government
announced a plan to inject capital into banks, sparking demand for
higher-yielding, emerging-market assets.
The peso climbed 2.5 percent to 11.9503 per dollar at 8:35 a.m. New York time.
The currency has risen 9.6 percent in the past two days, the biggest two-day
rally in 13 years, after a 14 percent decline last week. Banco de Mexico sold
$8.9 billion last week in an effort to shore up the peso after it slid to a
record low of 14.2927.
To contact the reporter on this story: Michael J. Moore in New York at
mmoore55(at)bloomberg.net
What to Look for in
a Tequila Bar
Nani
Mathews - Atlanta Restaurant Examiner
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Almost every Mexican restaurant and taqueria boasts of an extensive collection
of tequilas, but with so many to choose from, where do you start?
It'd be nice if the bar would let you taste a few before you decide, but the
unlikelihood of that happening is pretty high. So, I'm here to give you
"soon-to-be-tequila-connoisseurs" some helpful hints on navigating a tequila
bar.
First, it should be made very clear, the worm in the bottle is not a sign of a
tequila's authenticity. In fact, the worm in the bottle is in attribute mostly
found in Mezcal and shouldn't be what you look for in tequila.
Then what should you look for? "Hecho en Mexico" which translates, "made in
Mexico." It's very important to the experience to give credit to the country
that knows how to make it best.
Second, tequila is at its finest when it is made from 100% agave or blue agave.
Any variation that has additives or other ingredients is not worth trying. Agave
is a type of plant that grows predominately in Mexico, so stick with the theme
and only try these.
Third, pick your poison. For the less adventurous it would be wise to try
blancas, or white tequilas. One of the more popular, and made even more so by
rapper T.I., is Patron, or Patron Silver. The blancas have been filtered several
times and have had less time to age. The younger a tequila, the less punch it
has.
For the more avid tequila drinker, try a reposado. This is my personal favorite
because it's got a nice pungent tequila flavor but it still has a clean finish.
The reposado is one of the more popular tequilas in Mexico. When I was there
this summer I asked the locals and it seemed to be the favorite of the three
types.
The third is añejo, or "old." The añejo is the darkest and oldest of the three
types, and it carries the boldest flavors. Añejos have aged for many years and
often mimic the flavors of the oak barrels that they are stored in. Expect a
strong agave and oak taste in this type.
As for the brands to look for, keep an eye out for the following:
1) Corralejo (in the blue bottle), this is the reposado. It was the favorite
among the men I talked to in Cozumel.
2) Don Julio, this is an easier find in the states and it has a good reputation
in Mexico.
3) Any kind of "creme of tequila" or "liqueur of tequila." These are sweeter
variations and some claim that they are the "absinthe of Mexico."
Bad News for Anglers
and Game Fish in Mexico
Pete Thomas - LATimes
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Outposts has learned that Mexico has amended its controversial shark-fishing
regulation (NOM-029) to allow a 30% rate of incidental bycatch to commercial
longliners holding shark permits.
What does this mean to anglers who enjoy traveling to destinations such as Cabo
San Lucas and Baja California’s East Cape region?
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here to read the entire story
Bill and Dot where are you now?
They are back but here are some pictures from Lindos
Rhodes Greece
Lindos (in Greek, Λίνδος) is a town and an archaeological site on the east coast
of the Greek island of Rhodes, in the Dodecanese in southeastern Aegean Sea. It
is about 55km south of the town of Rhodes and its fine beaches make it a popular
tourist and holiday destination. Lindos is situated in a large bay and faces the
fishing village and small resort of Haraki. Above the modern town rises the
acropolis of Lindos, a natural citadel which was fortified successively by the
Greeks, by the Romans, the Byzantines, the Knights of St John and the Ottomans.
This makes the site difficult to excavate and interpret archaeologically. The
acropolis offers spectacular views of the surrounding harbours and coastline
Hinde and Jaime Open Monday (October 13)
Robert Curiel to Play for Opening Night
Hinde and Jaime’s open their doors Monday
morning for breakfast…BUT DON’T EXPECT THE ROBERT CURIEL TO BE SERANADING
YOU OVER YOU OMLETTS AND JAVA. The big opening party is at 5pm and you’re
invited!
Hinde and Jaime’s, the ever-popular fam  ily
restaurant and bar are celebrating the new 2008 – 2009 season with food,
friends and entertainment. Hinde, Jaime, Patty and Christie are all rested
and ready to open their doors to the good times.
The fun begins at 5, so put on your party
shoes and be ready to party with the locals.
Ever popular Robert Curiel will be
entertaining with Mexican music and songs – a perfect evening to enjoy.
AND YES YOU ARE INVITED….
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
HOOKA SMOKEN' BILL
Hi Bill & Dot
We’ve been reading about your
adventures and it looks and sounds like you are having the time of your
life! Love the pipe you’re toking on, Bill.
We’ve taken
some of the same trip that you are on, in the eighties but will be going
on near the same adventure with our sons and their wives in June, 2009
as we celebrate our 40th
wedding anniversary. We’d love to hear about your adventure when
we all get together in La Penita. Did you take a planned tour or
are you winging it on your own day by day? We are at the point
where we don’t know if we want to take a tour or just wing it as we go.
Six people travelling together might be a little different than
travelling with only 2. Anyway, be safe, keep on enjoying and
we’ll see you soon.
We are in San
Antonio right now but hope to be back home in La Penita by the 25th
of October, or so.
See you soon.
Stay out of trouble!! Haha!
Your amigos
Bob and Linda
www.casitadelapenita.ws
Casita de La Penita
Budapest .....Not Bucarest......
Do you realize that you operate a travel website? Now everyone
knows that you are capable of screwing up! I love it. Rob would never
do that I love your spontaneity and ability to have fun. I hope that
there was nothing in Hungary that you were desperate to see. I also
hope to see you soon in La Penita and see the actual slide show of your
trip - so what if you are lousy navigators! You are great
photographers and storytellers.
The kids have done a great job keeping the paper going; see you
soon,
Heather Erickson
What a Trip
Enjoyed your trip photos...what a trip...
Hudd
RVer asks for Advice
Hi Dot,
Paul Beddows from NATCOA here. I now live in
Abbotsford, BTW. We are considering RV’in
down next Spring probably at least as far as
PV. Not so sure about
Michoacan State, when I bused it through there 2
summers ago, it looked pretty sparse for camping
,unless alone on the beach. I am a little concerned about all the
stories coming out of Mexico right now. What is your take
on that?
I will pick up your
road logs if we go.
Paul
Hi Paul,
Great to hear from you. I would love to meet when you are down this
way! Haven't heard from you in ages.
Re: the violence. Really you would be silly to try and deny that
there is not an increase in violence in Mexico. The stats tell the
story.
However you, as an experienced traveler to Mexico have probably
been following what we believe are safe practices to follow now.
1. Don't drive at night.
2. Avoid border areas.
3. Do NOT boondock
4. Don't do drugs or hang around folks that do drugs.
Michoacán state has a few coastal campgrounds and the drive is
spectacular...similar to the Northern California Highway.
Call when you get here to Jaltemba Bay.
D
More Driving Advice
Hi,
We are planning driving down to Puerto Vallarta next month.
We would like to know if you have any suggestions as to websites
we can look at to see where we should drive to each day and how long
does it take. Also if the toll roads are the best and at what cost? We
will be leaving from Nogales border.
Thank You,
Mary Mowen
Hi Mary,
There is no other
website that I know of that gives more up to date driving
information that we do. I would be very interested to find one and
would not hesitate to suggest one.
Having said that, here are some hints.
1. Drive early and stop by noon or 1 pm. You will
have less traffic, be more alert and be able to walk around and explore
each day.
2. How long does it take? Jeeze it depends whether
you are driving straight to PV or if you are going to explore along the
way.
An experienced long distance driver can drive here
in 2 very long days. I would suggest you take at least 3 days. First day
stop in San Carlos. Second day stop in Mazatlan.
If you really want to explore, I like Alamos - a
small Colonial silver mining town that has been gentrified for tourists.
On the coast I appreciate the tranquil setting of Huatambampo. Then of
course there is the Copper Canyon.....Mary ...there is a lot to see.
Toll roads are the best, safest, and better on your
vehicle. A car cost approximately $100 in tolls each way.
AND because I am very proud of our products, our
road logs are the best you can get in terms of finding your way. They
are graphic representations and will help you get to your destination
safely. We list each and every Pemex (what side of the road they are
on...whether they take diesel....) Where the tolls are, where the
Military checks are....as well as any problem along the way.
D
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Employee wanted
New office opening in October in La Penita, specializing in real
estate law, transactions, ejido land and projects. Looking for an
administartor to support 2 lawyers, an architect, and a real estate
project manager. Must be fluent in Spanish including computer
skills, English required as well, some real estate or legal
experiance helpfull.
Se solicita empleada,
Por apertura de nueva oficina en La Peñita en el mes de Octubre que
se especializa en aspecto legal de bienes raices, transacciones,
terrenos ejidales y proyectos. Se busca a una administradora que
apoye a 2 abogados, a un arquitecto y manejar el proyecto de bienes
raices. De preferencia con conocimientos de computacion, manejo del
idioma Ingles. Conocimientos de bienes raices y experiencia legal
serian de gran ayuda.
Thank you,
Morris Fischtein
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Accommodation Classified
Hill top
bi-level one bedroom furnished apt. with views of the ocean and valley, in La
Penita, one mile from town. Rented
monthly only, no inside smoking, or pets.$595..+ security deposit..information
Email
jwpoteat@hotmail.com
FOR SALE 1998 Fleetwood Storm
Ford Engine, Automatic
Kitchen Fully Equipped
Air-conditioning, Onan Generator
Much more, I can send photos.
Call Ruth 322-889-2150
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Motor de Ford, gasolina, Transmission de Automactico, Aire acondicionado,
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llarmar Ruth 322 889-2150
San Pancho AA
Alanon Monday at 5:00pm, CoDA
Wednesday at 5:00pm, and AA Friday at 6:30pm in San Pancho in the museum on
main street, between Galeria Corazon and San Pancho Cafe. Info at
devasaya@gmail.com email or 311-258-4243.
En la tradición tolteca, un NAGUAL es aquél que guía a
los individuos hacia la libertad personal. Combinando la intuición con
la antigua sabiduría. Don Miguel Ruiz auto-transformó su vida y hoy a
través de sus libros, cursos y talleres nos comparte la sabiduría
tolteca de sus ancestros, trasladando los conceptos antiguos en palabras
actuales que tengan sentido común para nosotros hoy.
In the tradition of the Toltec, a Nagual guides an individual to
personal freedom.
Combining new insights with old wisdom, don Miguel has dedicated his
life to sharing the ancient Toltec wisdom by translating it into
practical concepts that promote transformation through truth and common
sense. The tools shared by don Miguel are based on common sense and
shared with such simplicity, that the universal message underlying his
teaching is recognized by many. Don Miguel's message is simple,
practical and when implemented, even incrementally, changes lives.
* author of The Four Agreements, Voice of Knowledge and other books (www.miguelruiz.com)
Conversation with Don Miguel Ruiz
Tuesday, October 21, 2008
4:30PM
garden of the Escuela del Mundo
San Francisco, Nayarit
*the majority of event presentation will be in Spanish
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"Platica con Don
Miguel Ruiz"
reconocido autor de "Los Cuatro Acuerdos",
"La Voz del Conocimiento" y otras obras (www.miguelruiz.com)
Martes, 21 de Octubre,
4:30PM
en el jardín de la Escuela del Mundo, AC
San Francisco, Nayarit (Atrás de la
Plaza de Toros)
Esta es una extraordinaria oportunidad para
conocer y escuchar a
un gran maestro y guía espiritual de nuestros
tiempos.
(detalles
en el archivo "escuela_donmiguel" )
Reservaciones
:
gladeshuizar@gmail.com.
Escuela del Mundo, AC es un
proyecto educativo, registrado en la SEB, basado en el Método
Montessori y con un énfasis de los valores humanitarios y comunitarios
311.258.4441 /
www.escueladelmundo.org /
escueladelmundo.blogspot.com
Escuela del Mundo, AC is a non profit
Montessori-based educational project with an emphasis on humanitarian
and community values.
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