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I’ve still been doing my extended walks. Monday I decided that I’d walk down Ejercito México and make my way to Soriana just up from Valentino’s (the old Mega location). I missed a zig and I zagged instead, which added … Continue reading →

No. I am not wearing green, my DNA is 1/3 Irish – that will have to suffice! Lol. Uber Eats said La Rustica was having a special – 2-for-one pizzas, so I had to go off my diet. And believe … Continue reading →

I’ve noticed recently that there are a few new YouTubers vlogging about Mazatlán. Generally I think this is great, as I love the city and think people who haven’t had the opportunity to visit Mazatlán yet, or those who can’t … Continue reading →

The first, and only other time I’ve done this I said it would be the last time. I was wrong. I did it again. I don’t know why; perhaps it was watching YouTube videos of other people doing it. So … Continue reading →

During the pandemic I decided I’d throw a little extra support to Rick Bayless on his YouTube channel and do the paid membership thing. He’s supporting his staff by thinking outside the box – something I applaud. Membership includes access … Continue reading →

Before moving here, I’d been coming to Mazatlán since 2010, usually two or three times a year. I’ve been to a lot of places around the area. I’ve done most of the ‘tourist’ things. I have saved a few local … Continue reading →

It’s been a while since I posted about grocery shopping so I thought I’d give a little idea of the prices of some of the things I buy on a regular basis. My neighborhood doesn’t have a supermarket proper, but … Continue reading →

Que Pasa, in the Gold Zone, is holding Spanish classes on Saturdays. 50 pesos for an hour class – not bad, PLUS I discovered that Genaro from the Costa de Oro is now working there! I arrived a little early, … Continue reading →

If you’re 60 or older and a citizen, temporary, or permanent resident, you can use your CURP number to register for the Covid-19 vaccine. Debate Media has posted a handy guide in Spanish (https://www.debate.com.mx/politica/Como-registrar-a-un-adulto-mayor-para-recibir-vacuna-contra-Covid-19-Secretaria-de-Salud-explica–20210202-0040.html). Following is a google translated copy. … Continue reading →

Quarantine is finished, so yesterday I decided to take a long walk. I live on a MAJOR bus line, and I think all of the Juarez buses go past my apartment (several at a time, in 5 minute increments). One … Continue reading →