Say cheese!

Like every other vacation that comes and goes too quickly, I’m left to cobble memories and photos of my journey … this time, Mexico. Our travel gang again racked up a successful trip, from Mexico City to Oaxaca, then home in time for Election Day.
For a look inside our journey, watch my slideshow, then scroll [...]

Read Full Post »

Oh, happy dead

Greetings from lovely Oaxaca.
It´s been a crazy, busy time for my travel group down here, so I´ve had little time for the Internet or news from home.
Despite mind-boggling, heart-wrenching news of layoffs at my workplace in Orange County, I´ve managed to keep a happy face and enjoy the sights, sounds and food of this wonderful [...]

Read Full Post »

Sweet Mexico City

So, the thin blood in my body has been screaming at me for the past two days. The weather gods have not been very friendly, so far. Iris and I were in for a rude morning (again) with blustery winds and chilly temperatures that zipped right through our summer-weight clothing.
I was lucky to have a [...]

Read Full Post »

Hola, Oaxaca!

It’s official, I’m going to Mexico in October. Que bueno!!

The tickets are bought and we are commited, election be damned.
My gang of travelers will visit Oaxaca, (wah-ha-kah) during Day of the Dead celebrations. I’m a bit ashamed to admit that my experience in Mexico is limited to Tijuana. Shame!! It’s time to expand my personal [...]

Read Full Post »