Sand Men

By Arlene Pervin, Moderator Vallarta Writers Group Roberto dresses in his sand-coated khaki pants, shoes, shirt, and fedora clothes. He pats the finishing touches of mud and sand onto the back of his neck, face, and hands. The clothes look heavy and stiff. The creases in his pants and shirt...

Washing Pain Down the Drain

Here's my alternative to the musical South Pacific's hit song by Oscar Hammerstein II and Richard Rodgers: "I'm gonna wash that migraine outta my hair." Your brain and body are not light switches that you can turn on and off instantly. Try cultivating a calm routine before you go...

VIDEO: Learn About RISE, Vallarta’s Shelter for Kids

Derek Carkner of Donner and Associates talks with Lisa and Billy (Memo), volunteers and board members of Refugio Infantil Santa Esperanza (RISE). The shelter is for infants and children under the age of 14 who have been turned over by DIF (Desarrollo Integral de la Familia), a Mexican government...

Galeria Contempo Presents Mexican Painters Breceda and Rojas

OPENING RECEPTION FOR MEXICAN ARTIST DUO JUAN CARLOS BRECEDA AND ARGELIA ROJAS ON FRIDAY, DECEMBER 29TH, AT GALERIA CONTEMPO JUAN CARLOS BRECEDA Applying rough brush strokes of contrasting colors, discarding depth or perspective, Juan Carlos Breceda creates simple forms filled with energy.  Women and animals are the central themes in his work. ...

Crossword: December 24, 2023

Today’s crossword focuses on articles published in Vallarta Mirror over the past week. Need a clue? View all articles published from December 17-23, 2023.

Counting Days, Cooking, and a Christmas Chorus

Saturday Patrice and I went to the Friday Market on the Isla Cuale to stock up on Ricardo Mazcal's herbal merchandise. One of them - Maz-mix, a pre/pro-biotic - has been a daily go-to for me for ten years, and it has kept me at my healthiest. He is in the...

Do You Remember Castor Oil?

I do remember Castor Oil was in my grandmother's vocabulary, and my mother would give us a dose for constipation. That's about as far as my knowledge goes when it comes to castor oil. However, my friend and colleague mentioned Castor oil plasma used on inflammation and joint pain...

It Never Fails – Teacher Version

It never fails when you are a parent, am I right? You get past MILE ONE in your car, and a sweet little voice pipes up, "I have to go to the bathroom! It's a 'mergency!" Or you spend all evening and patience and tears doing the math homework...

Showtime at Act2PV: December 22-29

Fabulous Friday, December 225:30 – (CLOSING NIGHT) The Divine Experience – a Bette Midler tribute featuring Delilah Beaucoup 9:30 – (CLOSING NIGHT) Thank Yule for Being a Friend – a hilarious Christmas comedy featuring the Golden Gays 9:30 – It’s Raining Men – a male dance revue featuring the...

Welcome Home for the Holidays

Christmas in Mexico is a vibrant celebration deeply rooted in cultural traditions that blend indigenous customs with Spanish influences. Families across the country come together to create a joyous atmosphere filled with warmth, love, and the unmistakable spirit of the holiday season. From mouthwatering culinary delights to heartfelt songs...

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