Because We’re Worth It

The other night, while needing a bit of a boost, my wife and I went down a YouTube rabbit hole of L'Oréal commercials aimed at boosting the viewer's self-esteem. "Because you're worth it," was said over and over again by a glittering array of talented, successful women of all ages...

Migraine Triggers – Illegal Drugs

Illegal drugs - it should surprise no one that a Quality Assurance Department is not a priority for an illegal drug manufacturer - who knows what is used to "cut" and "extend" the basic product?  So it's nearly impossible to determine, either the basic substance or beyond that, which part...

The Magic of Vallarta in the Summer

My beautiful niece (who everyone says looks like me) came to visit for a few days last week. She is currently living in Queretaro with her husband, and she wanted some "warm weather." I mean, I tried to tell her, guys, I really did. But she was adamant because...

The Ten Commandments

"I would like to speak with you today about the 10 Commandments. This is a major part of Judeo-Christian tradition. At first glance, the 10 Commandments as they've been translated, appear to be instructions about how to live a good life, how to live in a way that would please...

The Palm Cabaret & Bar Schedule October 14 – 20

For 25 years, The Palm Cabaret has provided some of the best entertainment in Puerto Vallarta. Often, Grammy-award winners come to vacation and wind up onstage in this intimate theater in the heart of the Romantic Zone. The Palm Cabaret has been a stepping stone in countless careers, from drag queens and tribute...

Small Improvements in Puerto Vallarta Fishing

When October finally arrives, we get anxious about fishing in Puerto Vallarta. It's a bit of a waiting game as we 'wait' for the numbers of our world-class species to increase here in the Bay of Banderas. But this is nothing new, and as always, the fishing is improving by...

Churros – Ancient Junk Food

If you have ever visited Spain or one of the Latin Americas, you probably know of the deliciously famous “churro.” Usually sold from street stands or roving food trucks, this doughy, crunchy, greasy snack rolled in cinnamon and sugar defies anyone wanting to avoid fried foods. This treat is...

Buckle up, Vallarta, Season Has Begun!

Recap: Good Morning, From Here, October 05 - 11 Monday Are you rested? You best be - Season opens tomorrow night with a star-studded cast at The Palm Cabaret with a charity concert for RISE at 9 pm.    However, to back-track a bit, Saturday was busy with a visit to...

Condominium Ownership and Responsibility in Puerto Vallarta

Condominium ownership in any country requires humans to own some rights together by being joint owners of some essential property features physically and legally. Some condos are horizontal so that townhomes or bigger homes can be shared in a gated community with common grounds, amenities, and roads. The owners share ownership...

The Gifts Our Heroes Leave Us

We all have our personal heroes – or at least we should. Many of my friends and I lost one of ours this past weekend when Dame Maggie Smith died. I've been a fan of hers since teenhood, a devoted "follower" since my early 20s. She could brilliantly do comedicly...

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