Many of us from America now living in Mexico are reminded daily that we should strive to understand rather than complain when customs and procedures are different from the ways we have done things for the majority of our lives.
This difference in cultures covers almost any aspect of what we do...
At best, when discussing fishing conditions in Puerto Vallarta’s Bay of Banderas, all I can do right now is roll my eyes. You might wonder why—well, it seems the fishing has come to a halt. With water temperatures below 70 degrees, we’re not seeing the expected warm-water species, and...
It is late Sunday afternoon; my column should have arrived on Marcia’s desk last Friday.
I wanted to write something that may help us see and understand how powerful and heroic we all are. Our act of heroism in choosing to be here at this unprecedented time of change not...
It was never my intent to ever offend.But if this train of thought is not allowed,Feel free to unfriend, feel free to walk out.
But for now… Listen. When hate speaks loudly,Can love afford to whisper?There’s every indication that the train of moral shameHas just left the station.
Feel the rumble,...
Recap: Good Morning, From Here, March 15 - 21
Monday Happy Saint Patrick's Day to all the Irish and Wannabees today; wear something green and, "May you be in heaven half an hour before the devil knows you're dead." And that's mercifully it for my Gaelic!
It was a busy weekend...
A neighbor has taken to lying in the road.This is the second time in two days I've caught her doing that. It's unnerving.I saw her while I was clearing my fence lines. Been using my 12" chainsaw and two loppers, perfect for the job. It's unbelievable how many feet...
by Zhander P'ng The journey to this day began on December 14, 2024, when Abraham and I decided to watch a movie together. That seemingly ordinary decision led to a transformative moment after watching Queer featuring Daniel Craig: I signed up for Ayahuasca. From that day forward, I prepared...
The Comprobantes Fiscal Digital by Internet, or CFDI, is an electronic invoice format mandated in Mexico and used in certain Latin American countries. It serves as a digital tax receipt that provides all the details of a business transaction: the goods or services provided, their costs, and calculated taxes.
As...
The night I began to write againhad been a rather dark night of the soul.I was worried, fearful, and distressed—chained to anxiety, strained by debt,and the loss of nearly everything I loved.A house—a home I could no longer own.There was the still decline of my father’s kind and brilliant...
With all the noise going on, all the talk shows and podcasts, all the predictions of doom and gloom, all the fear-mongering, and, of course, all the fake news, the only place we are going to get clear answers is in our ability to ‘hear’ that wee small loving...
In the Mayan language, Ek Balam means Black Jaguar. This adorable cub celebrated his 5th birthday less than a month ago and has been painting since he was two. His first painting exhibition was held yesterday, featuring an awe-inspiring original collection of his artwork.
The reception was uniformly rated as fantastic and,...
Recap: Good Morning, From Here, March 08 to 14
Monday The curtain has closed on a wildly successful night at Teatro Vallarta for What a Drag. The show, which features straight men in drag, began 11 years ago in much smaller venues, and has grown to leave only a handful...
by Merv Buchanan Neil Diamond has a special place in the history of popular music. His unique vocal style and catchy original songs have earned him 11 number-one hits and helped sell more than 120 million records. He is a member of The Songwriters Hall of Fame and Rock'n'Roll...
Maz-Mix, a dietary supplement, combines modern research, Eastern medicine principles with Herbolaria Mexicana to support digestive health. Let’s break down its key components:
Ingredients:
Moringa: Known for its antioxidant properties, protein, and potential digestive benefits.
Organic chia: Rich in fiber and omega-3 fatty acids.
Vitamins, including vitamin C: Essential for overall health.
Tequila...
If you’ve ever watched a live improv comedy show or even the hit TV show ‘Whose Line Is It Anyway,’ you have probably thought, “How do they think on their feet that quickly?! I could never do that!”
Well, award-winning Canadian improviser Diana Frances is coming to Puerto Vallarta to...
This will be a year to remember; with the El Niño to La Niña ‘double’ flip, the usual types of winter conditions we’d expect are anything but. We’re in the middle of our winter fishing season, but it’s not winter fishing. If that confuses you, then join the crowd.
For...
By Arlene Pervin One would not expect to see the color turquoise in a plant, but the Philippine Jade vine displays its lady slipper-like flower in all its turquoise splendor. This is just one of the fabulous feasts for the eye at the Vallarta Botanical Garden, now celebrating its...
Awakening for women in this time of great change can manifest in several ways:
1. Empowerment and Leadership: More women are stepping into leadership roles across various sectors, advocating for equality, social justice, and environmental issues. This empowerment encourages others to find their voices and assert their rights.
2. Self-Discovery and Authenticity: Many...
Previously published in NiteLifeExchange
Ann Talman - Classy and Classic My curiosity about this show was piqued with the mere mention of Elizabeth Taylor, whose house here in town, Casa Kimberly, where she lived with Richard Burton before and after their marriage, is just a couple of blocks up the...
Recap: Good Morning, From Here, March 01 - 07
Monday One of my favorite days every month is the First Saturday Fiesta at Arte Vallarta Museo. The enormous courtyard was full of people eating, drinking wine, listening to the live jazz trio, and catching up with like-minded people they hadn't...
