Update from Puerto Morelos

Hi from Puerto Morelos!

Caden, the Burger King Tiger

We are in the doldrums of summer here.  How is your summer going?  Ironically, the weather here has been cooler than many parts in Canada and the U.S. due to summer heat waves.  So, come on down to Puerto Morelos in August if you want to cool off, we have lots of places you can stay! ;)

The kiddos finally got out of school July 9th and head back at the end of August -- so summer vacation is only 6 weeks!  Gotta pack it in and soak it up while we can!

Also on vacation is my sister, Deanna.  Her and her family are on a Caribbean Cruise, and they dock in Cozumel on Friday.  We are planning to meet up with them over on the island and enjoy the day.  More from Cozumel in the coming days...

[Photo Credit: Hailey Burroughs]

The beaches are full of locals enjoying their July vacations (a popular vacation time for Mexicans).  It's not been too hot, but holy cow have we gotten the rain!  However, I'm not about to complain.  This time last year I was griping about being in the midst of a 50 year drought.  So, rain on -- my flowers are loving it.  ...I just may need to buy some rain boots.

Speaking of flowers, summer is a time when I get to catch up on my gardening.  I have an annual "yard revision" to figure out what's working, what's not, what I want moved, what I want to add, etc.  (I think it's related to my obsession to re-arrange furniture.)  I thought I'd share some really neat sites I have come across related to plants here in the Yucatan:

• Backyard Nature by Jim Conrad:  Neat site by a Naturalist with a great page about Mexico's plants and animals.
• Jim Conrad's Page About Plants, Animals, and Ecology of the Yucatan
• Yucatan Livings's Recent Articles About the Trees of the Yucatan 

This year I am ready to start a cactus collection on our upstairs patio.  I think Easton is old enough to stay out of them (at least after he's been poked once or twice), and I can't wait to get started!

[Photo Credit: http://www.merida.gob.mx]

In my quest for a Cactus garden, I am going to need more pots!  So, I am dragging Josh to Ticul this weekend (a city near Merida) where I hear they make great pots.

While we are there, we are also checking out the Tunich Artisan's Fair just on the outskirts of Merida!  Yahoo!  Pots & Mexican Art!  Nothing could be more up my alley!!  I am on the lookout for sconces.  It's one of the major things on the punch-list to finish at the house.  Inevitably, I won't find them -- but I am sure I'll find something!!!

I never know how the adventure will turn out when we set out on these trips.  Maybe the fair will be a bust, although I hear it's not and it's making me quite anxious to see!  Maybe Ticul doesn't make pots.  But, the laughter, good food, and beautiful landscapes are definitely worth the trip.  I guess travel is like life:  It's about the journey, not the destination! 


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Tequila Expo 2010 in Playa del Carmen: Friday, Saturday, & Sunday

Saturday (tomorrow) is National Tequila Day.  They are celebrating in Playa del Carmen with the Annual Tequila Expo!  5th Avenue & Calle 16!!


Schedule of Events

Friday, July 23rd

16:00 to 17:00 - Inaugural official ribbon cutting by the mayor.
17:00 to 17:30 - Opening of activities and tequila tasting booths.
17:30 to 18:00 - Opening of Pedro Infante museum, Erandi artisan collection, Jaime Fierro art exhibition, Jalisco & Sinaloa state flags display
18:00 to 19:00 - Basic tequila process talk
19:00 to 20:00 - Prehispanic dance performance
20:00 to 21:00 - Folkloric show
21:00 to 22:00 - Mexican Night: Mariachi Festival
22:00 to 23:30 - Live art performance with guest artists (Lupita Infante, Rolando Posadas and Jose Manuel Figueroa, etc.).

Saturday, July 24th
16:00 to 17:00 - Opening of activities and tequila tasting booths
17:00 to 18:00 - Basic tequila process talk for restaurants and bars
18:00 to 19:00 - Mayahuel the Goddess Ceremony, Prehispanic Dance
19:00 to 20:00 - Bartenders best Tequila cocktail contest
20:00 to 21:00 - Folkloric show
21:00 to 22:00 - Mexican Night: Mariachi Festival
22:00 to 23:30 - Live art performance with guest artists (Lupita Infante, Rolando Posadas and Jose Manuel Figueroa, etc.).

Sunday, July 25th
16:00 to 17:00 - Opening of activities and tequila tasting booths
17:00 to 18:00 - Chefs best Tequila dish competition
18:00 to 19:00 - Best decorated booth contest
19:00 to 20:00 - Señorita Tequila Contest 2010
21:00 to 22:00 - Mexican Night: Mariachi Festival
22:00 to 23:30 - Live art performance with guest artists (Lupita Infante, Rolando Posadas and Jose Manuel Figueroa, etc.).

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Puerto Morelos Restaurant Review: The New JJ's Kitchen

The new JJ's Kitchen, brought to you by the lovely Ed and Nataly of Cantina Habaneros, is SUPER YUMMY!  During several lunches over the past few weeks, I have been eating my way through their menu.

I had thought I had my favorite chosen -- their Tacos Dorados.  Tacos Dorados are crunchy, hard shell tacos with all of the fixings.  Hard Shells -- That's right, did ya hear me? -- Hard Shells!  Yahoo!

Then, yesterday, I tried their Burrito -- and now I think I have a new favorite.

I have yet to try their burger or ribs, so maybe I'll end up changing my mind again.  To be determined...

JJ's Kitchen is located directly across the street from Cantina Habanero's.  While you are there, be sure to check out the cute little pepper people that peak out from everywhere.  They are too cute!

[Photo Credit:  JJ's Kitchen Facebook Page!  Thanks for the Photo!]

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New MRP Listing: Great Opportunity for Someone with Home Business!

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Last Call for Regular Season Baseball!

Hey Cancun Tigres (and Chacho) Fans -- This weekend is the last of the regularly scheduled Tigres games, and they are playing them at home -- Friday, Saturday, and Sunday!  Come on out to the ballpark!

See the Cancun Tigres Website for more info.

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They took down the signs!

I witnessed something yesterday that I have never seen since moving to Mexico.

The various political parties came into town and removed all of their signage from town!!! (Election day was July 4th.)

Thank You, Thank You, Thank You!!!

[And...I officially recant all of the comments I've made about the parties never coming back to take down their signage.]


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MRP Listing 111004: SOLD!

SOLD!!

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New Listing: 2 Bedroom Home on the Ruta de los Cenotes!

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2 Bedroom Home on the Ruta de los Cenotes!

Just 6 km from Highway 307!

Tranquil Jungle Retreat!!

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Puerto Morelos in the News: San Fransico Chronicle

David Swanson, writing for the San Fransico Chronicle, called Puerto Morelos the "Northern Star" of the Riviera Maya in his recent article.


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