Miscellaneous Missives

Yesterday morning I hit the beach at ten as I've been doing each day. A man approached me about day excursions. I told him no, but as I was trying to start reading Cleopatra and noticing some clouds, I called him back over. First I tried to get an evening boat rid, but my options included loud music, with free drinks, and buffet. It seemed appalling. My option was to leave in twenty minutes and return mid afternoon. $25 seemed reasonable, so I bought the trip to Yelapa . Being on the water was enjoyable to quite enjoyable as I spotted a whale on the way. Even this tiny village with no streets has a commercialized beach. My return trip was at 3:00. I was disappointed when the 1:30 boat was pulling out without me. The little town is interesting, but I didn't need all afternoon to see its charm. I ended up sitting on the pier trying to read Cleopatra. This wasn't bad as I watched them bring in the red snapper and watched various animals play on the beach, in the tr...

During the taxi ride to my hotel, I asked the driver if he could recommend a place with authentic Mexican cooking. He recommended a place (Carmelitas) that was up in the mountains. The view was amazing! We were hesitant to go since the number had been disconnected, and no one seemed to know about it. When we arrived we asked the driver to make sure they were open before leaving us in the middle of nowhere. It seems they moved a bit higher and had a new building. Although they had only been open for a couple of weeks, they were indeed open. We were given Mexican heaters (blankets) upon arrival since it was cold up on the mountain. I took the adventure with Kathy (iPhone cord lady) and her two friends. We were all questioning a bit at first, but had a lovely evening. The last picture is taken from today's boat ride. It shows where the restaurant was (high in the mountain). Today I am thankful for... 1) Carol (Kathy's friend whom I went out to eat with last night) is in...

Honestly, what does one write about when all one is doing is soaking in the sun... almost literally. My day was basically the same as yesterday. One major exception was that I ate a plate of bacon in my bikini on the beach (with a Fresca). It was decadent and delicious. Everything else from my morning workout (pilates today) and walk to the multiple hours in the sun remains the same (and will happen for the next two days). Being in Mexico is delightful. I love the flowers. I love to see green. I love the little puppy that I watched for at least ten minutes on my walk (maybe five each direction... exaggerated... picture didn't turn out... I'll look for him/her tomorrow). I love the birds that are no more than doves and sea rats. I love the flora and fauna. Me fui de compras. I went shopping today. First I bought gifts for Dad and S while I was sitting on the beach. Since I wanted one in green, and the vendor didn't have it, he actually left me with his entire je...

"S is the sound of the sea. Her surge and suck, her spray and surf. Sometimes she seethes. With her s , the sea marries the shore, and then there is scamper and slush in the sand. With curling s 's the sea rises to stroke the side of her superior, the sky, who loves and meets her in the s of spray, spawned in liquid and air." I found it fitting that I read this passage from Ahab's Wife as I was sitting on the beach listening to the ocean slide against the shore wondering why I don't live near the ocean. This passage from Ahab's Wife was read from my iPod since Kathy (from room 340) came through with a charger. Without the charger my day would have been merely reading The History of Neoliberalism . Instead I woke up and did yoga (using my iPod). After yoga I took a walk listening the ocean and soft music (from my iPod). Next I finished Ahab's Wife (on my iPod). Then after reading The History of Neoliberalism, I was able to text my brother (wit...

It seems I set my alarm to 2:35 pm instead of am. This caused me to go to the airport with unshaven legs. When I arrived at Park 'n Go, their lot was full. This did not maximize my happiness since I called last night to see if it would be a problem. There answer, "No not at that time." Everything was fine. Park 'n Fly was open, and I arrived at the airport in time. The plane arrived on time, and I was able to spend four hours in the sun. One would think with all I packed, I would have checked to make sure I had enough 15 sunscreen not merely six and eight. This unforeseen problem caused me to go back to my room to take a break. It also gave me the chance to charge my iPod since I was using the back up battery. One would think with all I packed that I would have brought the charger for the iPod and iPhone not merely the small attachable battery. Nope! I have three pairs of sunglasses, work out clothes for every day, and four swim suits, but I don't hav...

"It is a good thing to be happy alone. It is better to be happy in company, but good to be happy alone." ~Thomas Traherne, Centuries "When we are far from the interaction of society, when the chatter and comment of our minds is stilled, then it is possible to enter into a deeper relationship with the universe that we inhabit... To be content with one's own company is an art that cannot be taught; it is something we each have to learn as our lives unfold. ~Caitlin Matthews, The Celtic Spirit Tomorrow morning I embark on a trip to Mexico, Puerto Vallarta, alone. This will be the third time I've traveled to Mexico alone, and I will admit that I really look forward to it. Since I am single, I do spend much of my life alone, but when I travel to Mexico it is different. I feel that I am alone with myself and my thoughts. It is a chance for me to truly regenerate (rejuvenate?). The next six days I will do little besides sit on the beach, read, exercise, and eat M...

The image is not necessarily appropriate because I don't want you to vote for me, but I do want you to vote . Magers and Quinn is my favorite local bookstore. I feel guilty because now that I am only reading books on my iPhone, I have neglected the store. You can vote twice (#51 and #52). Also, feel free to vote for Leviticus, my favorite tattoo shop, but I don't know the exact number. Thanks! My gratitudes for today include... 1) spring break officially arrived at 2:20 2) acupuncture (with no appointment and last minute call) 3) a fun group (minus one student) at the Science Museum of Minnesota.