Monday, February 27, 2012

Sunday Feb 26, 2012


The Coati Mundi - Mexican Racoon. There is a pack of them just down the street from us, some say there are about 100 in it. They certainly seem to be aggressive when they are being fed.

They are cute little animals



 
Neat car
Or should I call it the "Love Wagon" - those seats certainly look well used!


This is Lorenzo's school, their mission statement and vision are painted on the walls for all to see as they await approved entrance into the school.
a cactus with baby cacti




Many dogs out for their morning walk before the day gets too hot - believe me it gets hot


The men are still working on the sewage installation on Sunday





Only these 3 out so far this morning

And the dust


Not all vehicles look like this but it gives you a better idea of the amount of dust on trees, streetside restaurant tables, etc. We are very fortunate to be at the opposite end of town on a back street, they have not made it  to our area yet.

A walk on the beach shows a family covering Dad up in sand and making his bodyshape resemble that of Mom. They were all having great fun!

 Party boat perhaps



We stop at a beach bar for refreshment



 Today being Sunday is family day again, the beach is really crowded as compared to other days of the week


 Even the military are on patrol



 It was a great day, hot but a nice breeze




 
No ugly dust here


It is truly amazing how the young attend
to their aged family members
 I wonder if Logan or Jeromy would take
me into the water for a pee. Little Jed would I am sure. He would be embarassed but he would take me. 


The kites are out 



 Streets are lined with vehicles bringing the family to the beach for the day


 Dinner at a street side restaurant



 Bought a waffle from this vendor. They are so good several people are lined up waiting to get one.

The man on the right is holding my waffle made of chocolate, strawberry and banana. After I placed my order I had a 35 minute wait because there were so many orders in ahead of me. OOOh they are good!!! They cost 32 pesos, about $3.00 - worth every pennie!

Sunday, February 26, 2012

Saturday Feb 25, 2012

For you early birds, I accidentally posted this blog page
 prior to its completion - so here goes

Photo above shows a  palapas being constructed
 in the park - nice addition.


Another day in the high 30's, this little fellow
has found his cool shade spot early


Winds are low this morning so things have returned to normal at the beach


Here you can see how the waves have edged the beach 
Sea moss
Drift wood
A family enjoying an early morning walk on the beach

Even the dogs are being walked, notice this one on the left is carrying his own coconut


There are at least 12 birds in this shot, don't they blend in well with their surroundings.

You can see the strength in this afternoon's wind
and the effect it has on beach umbrellas


The high wind has not discouraged Bob and Allan, they are enjoying the breeze and people watching


This young man is taking full advantage of the wind

The beginnings of a coconut tree in the garden  at our Casita
My before dinner drink tonight at Chilitas - Mmmmm!
When I came along, this little girl (Miranda) was playing bus with a friend. Miranda was sitting on the front stool driving and her friend on the back stool being the passenger. After a while the little friend left and Miranda had me sit on the back, after a while she wanted to trade places, so I drove and she rode. She doesn't speak English and I don't speak Spanish yet we had a hoot. I knew how to make the sound of my motor idling, acceleration and brakes. My little Spanglish provided me with the words "Tope" - Speed Bump and "Alto" - Stop. We had lots of fun - what a hoot! I hope she is there to play with tonight.




My favourite - the Moon Cactus Flower


Allan purchasing a mexican Balero toy from a street vendor


We hope you have each enjoyed your day as much as we have enjoyed ours!