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Sayulita could become the next dream vacation spot

SAYULITA, MEXICO -- I've had the same dream each night in this tropical paradise just a half-hour north of Puerto Vallarta…..More

Mexico fires up $550 million wind farm

Mexico inaugurated one of the world's largest wind farm projects Thursday as the nation looks for alternative energy, in part to compensate for falling oil production….More

Mexico to rethink death penalty

The Congress in Mexico has agreed to debate the issue of reinstating capital punishment for some crimes. ....More

 Mexico Finds 3 Suspected Border Drug Tunnels

 Mexican federal police have found three suspected drug tunnels under construction in the city of Nogales near the Arizona border.....More

Mexico's inflation dips in early January

Mexico's central bank says the country's stubbornly high inflation has dipped in early January because of lower prices for electricity and some fruits and vegetables…..More

Mexico Turns to Tourism in Midst of Economic Crisis

It's got sun, white-sand beaches and better yet — a battered peso. ….More

A Seasoned Traveler Mulls Over Visiting Mexico Today

“You’re going where?  You gotta be kidding.  You been reading what’s happening there?”….More

Some facts about Mexico billionaire Carlos Slim

Mexican telecoms tycoon Carlos Slim is raising his stake in The New York Times Co in a transaction aimed at providing the troubled newspaper publisher with cash to meet looming debt payments.Here are some facts about the entrepreneur….More

Carnaval: Mexico's "celebration of the libido"

Whether it's called Carnival, Carnevale, or in Spanish, Carnaval, the pre-Lenten festivals that erupt throughout the Catholic world leading up to Ash Wednesday (Feb. 25 this year) are pull-out-the-stops explosions of color, dancing and music. If you can't cross half the world for the renowned revelry in Rio or Venice this year, Carnaval with a Latin beat is only one border away. ….More

Why Mexico is counting on Obama

Barack Obama starts from a very different point on relations with Mexico that George W. Bush did. He has never visited Latin America and spoke little about it during his campaign; his most notable interventions were to criticize standing or pending free-trade agreements with Mexico and Colombia, the two closest U.S. allies in the region. ….More

Agave syrup is a sweet alternative

Also called a “century plant,” agave is a succulent grown primarily in Mexico. Its juice gained commercial value when Spanish conquistadores learned to ferment it to make tequila, but its growing popularity as a sweetener is what’s generating a buzz in the food world. ….More

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Slim May Invest $250 Million in New York Times, Newspaper Says

Mexican billionaire Carlos Slim is in talks to invest about $250 million in New York Times Co., its flagship newspaper reported, as the publisher pursues financing to help offset a deepening slide in advertising…..More

US breached order by executing Mexican

THE UN's highest court has held the United States in breach of its July order not to execute a Mexican man sentenced to death in Texas after a flawed trial…..More

Mexico Stimulus Plan Fails to Spur Building in Lesson for Obama

Enrique Fernandez is counting on a surge in government construction spending to ignite sales at his lighting installation company in Juarez, Mexico, which saw revenue slide 30 percent last year as projects dried up amid the credit crunch. ….More

Crime Fears Empty Mexico's Beach Tourism

Assaults on American tourists have brought hard times to hotels and restaurants that dot Mexican beaches just south of the border from San Diego…..More

U.S. Ambassador to Mexico will leave job, but not country

An ambassador who leaves a posting here is usually feted with rounds of despedidas, lavish going-away parties that last deep into the night. But outgoing U.S. Ambassador Tony Garza hasn’t received any despedidas, and it’s not because the noted tequila connoisseur doesn’t like a good party…..More

Culture war simmers in Mexico over permissive laws on family, sexuality

Through speeches, prayer and music, conservative activists at a Vatican-organized conference have spent recent days making the case that the traditional family is in crisis. For evidence, participants say, just look outside the doors…..More

Mexico central bank cuts lending rate to 7.75%

Mexico's central bank cut interest rates Friday for the first time since 2006 to boost the country's slowing economy…..More

 

Mexico could collapse, U.S. military fears

Mexico is under assault by criminals and could collapse quickly, says a U.S. Joint Forces Command report…..More

Tapping Mexico for water

Interior officials and Mexican diplomats shook hands and smiled for cameras Wednesday after pledging cooperation on the Colorado River….More

Mexico families turning to yard sales for income, cheap goods

The recent appearance of improvised patio sales set up by families to improve their financial situation has not turned out to be much help in this time of crisis. ….More

Mexico sees daily oil at 3 million barrels by 2015

Mexico will develop new oil fields to boost sagging output to 3 million barrels a day by 2015, while asking the U.S. to cooperate in tapping deep water deposits along the maritime border, a top energy official said Wednesday. ….More

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Mexico begins restoring damaged Olmec sculptures

Mexico is restoring nearly two dozen pre-Hispanic Olmec sculptures damaged by an American woman and two Mexican men. ….More

Mexico to postpone and may cancel Punta Colonet port

A drop in traffic on the Pacific Coast has made it more difficult for possible bidders to get financing, an official says. The port could potentially compete with Southern California terminals. ….More

President-elect Obama and Mexico's Felipe Calderon meet

President-elect Barack Obama met with Mexican President Felipe Calderón Monday and said his administration will begin work immediately to strengthen the U.S.-Mexico relationship. ….More

Obama to help Mexico cut drug violence

President-elect Barack Obama promised visiting Mexican President Felipe Calderón during a 90-minute summit Monday that the incoming administration would take stronger action to stem the flow of assault-style weapons smuggled from Texas to drug lords in Mexico. ….More

Mexico is vibrant, colourful and unique.

Its varied terrain ranges from cactus-studded deserts to white sandy beaches and blue waters, tropical rainforest and jungle-clad hills to steep rocky canyons and narrow gorges, and from snow-capped volcano peaks to bustling cities. ….More

Mexican scientist makes diamonds from tequila

Juriquilla: Scientists at Mexico's National Autonomous University are discovering the joys of tequila. While the national drink is well known as an essential component of the margarita it has now been revealed as an ideal source for the creation of diamonds. ….More

Reality check for U.S.-Mexico relations

Obama may find Mexico and its drug war a compelling foreign policy issue. ….More

Mexico auto production to sink 20 pct in 2009-AMIA

Mexico's automobile production fell 3.5 percent in December compared with the same month a year earlier and output could slide by one-fifth in 2009 as the U.S. recession stifles consumer demand, a Mexican industry group said on Monday. ….More

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Helping the Community through the Gift of Language:

Jesus E. Montes

 

By Tara Spears

The first thing that one notices when meeting this soft spoken man is his sincerity. Growing up in La Penita, Jesus “Chuy” Montes has experienced the growth of the area from sleepy rural Mexican village to an international mecca where presently on a walk down the main avenida one can overhear Spanish, English, French, and other languages.  “My friends would say, ‘If only I could speak English, I could get a better job’ and since I knew English, I started teaching them informally,” explains Chuy. “Four years ago I opened a language school in order to offer more than tutoring: to provide an affordable, long-term opportunity for the townspeople to study a foreign language.” See complete story here

 

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 Jomie and Kenny Concert a Raging Success

Volunteers: We are having a get together at Hinde and Jaimes on Tuesday January 27th. at 3pm It is the last meeting......Ha Ha

 

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The Kenny and Jomie Benefit Concert was a huge success. We are not sure how many people attended but we think approximately 800 or so, braved the weather and came out and enjoyed good music from noon until 10pm.

We cannot say enough about the volunteers, donors and sponsors. Below is a list of our donors and sponsors  and in the next day or so, we will publish a list of our volunteers. If I forget anyone, please let me know!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Until then, here is a list of some of our sponsors:

Go Here for our List of Sponsors, Donors and Volunteers!

 

T-Shirts

Please write dylan@jaltembasol.com if you ordered a T-shirt.

 

 

MONEY

And While we're on the subject of money......

Money is still coming in (silent auction) and money is going out (leftover food and beverages) the very rough total for the evening is approximately $140,000 pesos.

And a big congratulations to Cindy Huddleston who sold 86 tickets, donated lots of auction items, and sang and played her heart out (in the band Most Wanted.)

 

Howell Pledge

David Howell flew in from California to represent his family at the event. They have pledged $10,000 pesos to Jomie from the upcoming Horseshoe Tournament in the memory of their father who knew them both well.

 

Individual donor recognition

There are individuals that have give a substantial amount of money and some that wish to remain anonymous.

 

Volunteers: We are having a get together at Hinde and Jaimes on Tuesday January 27th. at 3pm It is the last meeting......Ha Ha

 

Letters

Let me begin by congratulating you and your committee on the excellent job
that you did at the Kenny and Jomie Benefit Concert last night.  I was
amazed at how well organized everything was and at the level of comraderie
that existed.  Having been involved in organizing a number of these types of
events, I know how much hard work it takes to make everything look easy.
David Easby
 

Wow  what a day !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

What a great job the organizing committee did in such a short time .

The music was outstanding and we enjoyed the day immensly

We are so happy to have been a part of a wonderful community coming together to support Jomie

Thanks for a great time

Dianna and Larry Belitski

 

I cannot believe what a blast the event was! Great music and wonderful community energy. Best event all year!

D. Mills

 

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Infusing A Flair for Life into Textiles: Designer Ruth Suarez

By Tara Spears

Combine talent with personality and you get a Ruth Suarez masterpiece: a unique textile design.  This petite designer is in demand for her custom home décor work and trademark leather accessories. The 2009 Mujeres a Mujeres Fashion Show, February 10, is pleased to be showcasing Ruth’s stunning women’s fashions.

Ruth has the rare gift of being able to conceptualize beauty in raw materials “I spread out the fabric or leather and I get a feel for a particular shape or design,” she says with a laugh, “it talks to me!”  Next, she considers the customer’s size and preferences to create a pattern.  After carefully cutting the material to accent its best qualities, Ruth sews the material to construct the finished product.  It takes about eight hours for a simple leather lady’s handbag. (note photos below)

       To read the entire story on Ruth Suarez click here

La Penita de Jaltemba Nayarit sunset...wish you were here Photograph by Bill Bell

To read the entire review click here
 

Successful start to area's Recycling Program

Recycling committee members, and La Penita's Delegado gathered at the Xaltemba Restaurant to honor local school directors for their efforts in establishing a recycling program for plastics.

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An Exclusive Bed & Breakfast in a quaint, Mexican beach town.

Tropical Manor House

www.tropicalmanorhouse.com

Opening Promotion

Canadian dollars Accepted at Par with US dollars

All Reservations for one week or more, will receive 2 complimentary Relaxation Massages (1 Hour each) to enjoy on our ocean view terrace.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Email: tropicalmanorhouse@gmail.com

Tel: 327-274-3516

 

 

 

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Hi Dot & Bill

We have received a last minute cancellation in a two bedroom apartment.  We have available a two bedroom apartment starting on the 7^th of February for one week.  If anyone out there is interested, please email us at holiday@casitadelapenita.ws.  Our website is www.casitadelapenita.ws.  We are located in La Penita in front of the beach.   It’s a lot warmer here then it is in Canada, so maybe someone might need a quick break from the cold winter.

 

Thanks again.

Bob and Linda Gibbs

Casita de La Penita

www.casitadelapenita.ws

01-327-274-0776

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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. 

Speak Spanish - That Should be Your Goal!

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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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