Holiday Time, Family Time. Happy Time?

How is everyone doing now that the holiday season is upon us? There are various ways the upcoming holidays are impacting each of you. Some may be spending it away from family by choice or circumstance, and some may be enthusiastically preparing to celebrate and gather with family and...

Crossword: December 17, 2023

Today's crossword focuses on articles published in Vallarta Mirror over the past week. Need a clue? View all articles published from December 10-16, 2023.

Bells for Guadalupe and our Posada

Saturday There are only three more days to celebrate Guadalupe, the Patron Saint of Mexico. More than 300 processions are participating during this year's 12 days of festivities. For me, the best night in the Main Square is December 11, around 11 pm, when everybody sings 'Las Mañanitas' to the Virgin....

Beware of Taking too Many Health Supplements

I had a patient once; she was in her mid-twenties, health-conscious, and very intelligent regarding her health. But she couldn't figure out why she was sick all the time. In her consultation, she began telling me about all the health supplements she was taking. Some of them were recommended...

The International Friendship Club Kickoff Fiesta!

It was fun to join the International Friendship Club's (IFC) formal season kickoff on Sunday at the always-interesting Arte Vallarta Museo in el Remance neighborhood, with live music, tasty appetizers, and delicious libations. The evening was a chance to relax and enjoy the reunion while making plans for the...

Showtime at Act2PV: December 15-22

Fabulous Friday, December 155:00 – (OPENING NIGHT) Bruno Mars – a tribute to one of the best-selling music arts of all time, presented by Victor do Espirito, star of Rocky Horror and Best of Broadway (Party 4:00 / Show 5:00) 7:30 – 3 Chords & the Truth – a hilarious country/comedy...

Christmas Cacti: A Blooming Mexican Tradition

Amidst the myriad of holiday decorations that grace homes during the festive season, the Christmas Cactus, with its delicate, cascading branches and vibrant blooms, stands out as a symbol of enduring beauty and joy. The Christmas Cactus, scientifically known as Schlumbergera, has a captivating history, a charming association with the...

David Duvall Celebrates the Songs of…

A special once-a-month concert series focusing on popular composers and songwriting teams contributing to The Great American Songbook. Duvall is joined onstage by his live jazz trio, along with some special guests, and each concert is a delightful afternoon of music, both familiar and rarely heard. Songwriters to be celebrated...

Parenting Surprises

I don’t keep a journal as such. I suppose I would consider this column a sort of journal, although I’ve heard that journals are supposed to be private. Meh. So much for privacy. I like to write with my audience in mind. I picture them as the people dug...

Food For Thought

It's all in the timing. Bob Hope After stuffing ourselves a few days ago, I'm sure that this week, many will welcome tips on lightening their eating habits. How can diet be curbed or eliminated as a migraine headache trigger? Acupuncture and shiatsu teach us that the energy channel most closely...

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