Tuesday, July 22, 2008
That's all folks.
Let your conscious be your guide.
I am now the Black Philosopher in Mexico. See what happens when you have peace and quiet. Just waiting on Oprah to discover me and make me famous like Dr. Phil.(lol) Adios.
Chuck E. Cheese Knockoff
El día anterior en Puerto Vallarta.
Monday, July 21, 2008
Uno más día en México.
I ONLY HAVE ONE MORE DAY IN MEXICO. I THINK I AM GOING TO WAL-MART. DONT ASK ME WHY BUT I JUST WANT TO SEE THE STORE IN MEXICO. I ALSO PLAN ON GOING TO THE BEACH AND MELACON TO SAY GOODBYE TO MY NEW FRIENDS. I REALLY HAVE ENJOYED MY TIME IN PUERTA VALLARTA BUT IT IS TIME FOR ME TO GO HOME. THIS HAS BEEN A WONDERFUL EXPERIENCE AND I HAVE LEARNED ALOT. BUT THERE IS NO PLACE LIKE HOME.
Sunday, July 20, 2008
Primera noche en el Westin.
Saturday, July 19, 2008
Noche sobre la ciudad.
El Sabado
Friday, July 18, 2008
una nueva bebida
El Viernes.
Thursday, July 17, 2008
Tequila vs. Coca-Cola
Algo gracioso.
El Jueves.
Yamila made a great chicken, there is no real name so , we called it Pollo Yamila. It was so tasty( so tasty is one of Francisco's phrases) and to drink we had coconut water, so good. I really enjoy the natural waters here.
The weather is beautiful again. Everyday the weather channel says over cast, but everyday the sun has been out. It rains for 20-30 minutes in the evening.
Tomorrow is a free day and I have no idea what I am going to do. Probably will sleep late and play and lay by the pool. The idea of having nothing to do is wonderful. The best part about the trip is that fact that my phone is NOT ringing off the hook. The heart palpitations I was experiencing before I left are now non-existent. That speaks volumes.
Arrancadores de fuego.
More street performers. These guys were very good. Fire always keeps a crowd captivated. This show would never happen in Centinneal Park. Jugs of gas ,matches, and a crowd of people. Before it would be finished CNN would have reported a bomb threat. And the city would be locked down. Such a difference in Mexico. All of these elements create an amusing environment. Now back to the fire-starters, I could not tell if the guys flipping off the wall were part of the act. Maybe they were looking for their 15 minutes of fame.
One thing I have noticed in Puerta Vallarta is that the seems to be a lot of love and is extremely family oriented. Women greet each other with kisses and hold hands. Men hug and kiss each other. You see lots of family units together, Dad, Mom ,children and grandparents. Women openly breast feed in public.( Obviously they created the La Leche Club that we see in the states.) It was just nice seeing loving people out. Oh yeah, dont forget about those in love, they are the best. I thought Paris and Barcelona were the top two cities with ODA(open displays of attention), but I going to add Puerto Vallarta to that list. If I hear "mi amor one more time", I think I will scream.(LOL) Ok, Ok, I am slightly jealous. I am going to have to find someone to say that phrase to. Mexican men seem to like chocolate skin, so I may not have to look too far,(lol).
Wednesday, July 16, 2008
Hospitalidad de la calle
Una Dia Buena
El Martes
Monday, July 14, 2008
Sobre la calle sola y el autobús.
Finally made it to town, after stopping for ice cream. I had lots of conversation today. The men are very friendly and was amused by my accent. I just walked and walked and walked and explored the city. Believe it or not I did not have a maragarita today(lol) Even though they are 2 for 1 on every corner. I met some really nice people today.
My intention was to walk back to the house, but as I started my trek back, it started raining. So, I got on the bus. I asked the driver to let me know when we got to Cuartos Villas since the stop button was broken. The driver agrees and I start chatting with the lady next to me. (One note about this bus route, there are no designated bus stops per se. The driver stops and pick-up wherever he sees people waving and he can pull over. In fact the driver never really stops completely when letting people off, it is more like a rolling stop.) Well, I miss the stop. Lucky me, what should have a 10 minute ride now turns into a 75 minute ride because I dont want to get off and pay 6 pesos again or get stranded in hopes of another bus stopping.
Unfortunately while on the bus I witnessed my first fatal Mexican accident. The roads have lots of sharp curves and hills and the car flipped over.
Hoy.
Anoche.
After Yamila's performance we went to an outside amphitheater, where comedians, mimes and various other street performers entertain the crowd for free. There is a lot of food vendors, selling water with pumpkin, papas fritas with hot sauce, grilled corn, cotton candy etc. Anyway it was all amusing and fun until SOMEHOW, I got selected out the crowd to be part of the entertainment. Acutally it was very funny. The mime selected people out of the audience to perform different things. All I can say is very interesting and you all missed my Mexican Theatrical Debut. Possibly, I missed my calling. It was a good evening and I did not get home until after 1am. I was exhausted, but glad I went out on my first night in Puerta Vallarta.
Sunday, July 13, 2008
Delta Sucks!
Yo Estoy aqui!
I am here in Puerto Vallarta and excited. Francisco and Yamila picked me from the airport. They are both wonderful. We are having 3/4 english 1/4 spanish converstions(LOL). Warming up to the week(hahaahahahahaha) We stopped and had lunch before coming to the beach house. Naturally, I had a margarita. It was so GOOD!!! and Marlin fish tacos for lunch. Muy Excelente. Fresh fish, not frozen you have got to love that.
The house is fabulous. I only wish you were all here. I have the downstairs bedroom which has sliding glass doors that open to the pool and the ocean/beach. Ok, I may never return. Tonight I will be falling asleep to the sounds of the ocean instead of the TV. The weather is wonderful, but a little humid, feels like Atlanta except with a breeze.
Ok, off to the beach for an afternoon swim.
Saturday, July 12, 2008
Estoy salida de la mañana
And no, I am not getting paid to advertise.(LOL)
My full immersion program instructor will be Francisco Gonzalez. I am sure we will have great conversation this week. His wife , Yamilia sings in a Salsa Band, so I hope to see her perform.
I was so exhausted this week from quarter-close, that I have not had a chance to really be excited about this trip, but that is changing. Yesterday, I picked up some pesos and finished packing. I am the super packer. 11 days, 28 outfits(hahahaha, I want options, heck I need options.) 7 pair of shoes and 6 bathing suits ALL in one medium sized TravelPro suitcase under the 50lb airline weight requirement. I refused to pay $25 for an extra bag and $25 for weight overage, those funds could be used towards my entertainment in Mexico.
Well, I will keep everyone posted on the trip.
Adios.
Wednesday, July 9, 2008
Passport Fiasco
Moral of the story: Don't look for ANYTHING when you are tired!!!!
Tuesday, July 8, 2008
Voy a Mexico.
At the urging of my cousin, I am going to blog my experience.