BlogHide Resteemsrhondadelameter (58)in travel • 7 years agoMy SuperpowersThis blog post is in response to Natalie’s 10 Day Freedom Plan Blog Challenge Day 4 Doesn’t everyone wish they had a superpower? I know, I do. Today, my fondest desire would have been the ability…rhondadelameter (58)in travel • 7 years agoFollowing the Gringo Trail to San MiguelWe had been warned. San Miguel de Allende, or SMA for short, was touristy. It was expensive. It had been overrun by gringos and ex-pats. We went anyway. Like Patzcuaro, SMA ended up winning our…rhondadelameter (58)in travel • 7 years agoThe Why?“This blog post is in response to Natalie’s 10 Day Freedom Plan Blog Challenge Day 2 ”The Why? In the end, in the search for a better way, a better plan, a better LIFE. Isn’t the why a necessary…rhondadelameter (58)in travel • 7 years agoThe Freedom Plan“This blog post is in response to Natalie’s 10 Day Freedom Plan Blog Challenge Day 1 Freedom. A loaded word to be sure. While it is probably not new news to any of our readers that we are working…rhondadelameter (58)in travel • 7 years agoPassing Time in PatzcuaroI listened to the rain pattering on the roof, and took another sip of wine. We had planned to stay a couple of days. But, Patzcuaro proved to be pure magic. Yes, the town is literally one of…rhondadelameter (58)in travel • 7 years agoFinding MagicA “Magical Village” is a place with symbolism, legends, history, important events, day-to-day life – in other words, “magic” in its social and cultural manifestations, with great opportunities for…rhondadelameter (58)in travel • 7 years agoThe Ties that BindWe miss our people, our tribe. Especially now, during in what is low season in central Mexico (although why that is I am baffled), among empty campgrounds, we are missing those we love. With no new…rhondadelameter (58)in travel • 7 years agoSeeking SilenceLesson learned. Do not, and I repeat, do not, rent an apartment prior to arriving in town. Our three months in Puerto Vallarta was wonderful.. until it wasn’t. So much of our time was great; We got…rhondadelameter (58)in travel • 8 years agoThe Key to Happiness“Uno burrito pollo, por favor… para llevar”. I take a seat at the counter, placing my order in halting Spanish, knowing that in mere days I will once again be leaving the tourist hot spot of Puerto…rhondadelameter (58)in travel • 8 years agoWhats Next?Our time in Puerto Vallarta is quickly coming to an end. As ever, I am a bit in awe of just how quickly time can pass us by. Three months. It sounds like such a long time to spend in a city that we…rhondadelameter (58)in travel • 8 years agoEating Puerto Vallarta on a BudgetEating well has never been a problem for us in Mexico. The indescribable combination of flavors has drawn us to her shores for decades. That said, one reason we chose to drive the PanAmerican…rhondadelameter (58)in travel • 8 years agoGet out and Get GrillingWe love to BBQ. The tantalizing smells aside, who doesn’t love the perfectly cooked steak, shrimp kebobs, or delicious grilled vegetables? For variety, throw on a pizza, flip some burgers, or grill…rhondadelameter (58)in travel • 8 years agoExperiencing Vidanta ~ A Time share, Mega-Resort Horror StoryIn the interest of full disclosure, I’ll be honest right up front. I dislike big resorts. Actually, I can’t stand them. Certainly, I can admit I do appreciate a flushing toilet or a shower a few…rhondadelameter (58)in travel • 8 years agoHacienda Escondida ~ B&B Haven in Puerto VallartaWith my in-laws in town, a town we have all traveled to many times in the past, I was looking for unique activities to charm them with. I found this charm at Hacienda Escondida ~ a B&B Haven in old…rhondadelameter (58)in travel • 8 years agoThe ArrivalsIt’s the people you miss. The trade-off for a life lived out in the world is that you leave behind those you care about. That twinge of sadness at the idea of missing out on all those celebrations…rhondadelameter (58)in travel • 8 years agoWhat I've Learned in 120 Days on the RoadTime, that most fairydust of qualities, tends to fly or drag; all dependent, upon your inner happiness. I remember with startling vividness the endless, mind-numbing hours spent watching the clock…rhondadelameter (58)in travel • 8 years agoTime for a Little Magic in Mexico's Pueblo MagicosThe 101 Pueblo Magico towns of Mexico may very well be enough of a reason for a visit to the country. We have previously visited several, including Alamos, El Fuerte, and Creel just last year.…rhondadelameter (58)in travel • 8 years agoComing Home to Puerto VallartaWe are, of course, always “home”. When you live in a tiny house on wheels, home is, literally, wherever you park it. However, among all of the amazing places we have visited around the world, Puerto…rhondadelameter (58)in travel • 8 years agoThe Reality of Extended TravelYesterday someone commented on a blog post I did, telling me, in effect, that I was a whiner. I spammed his comment, not even bothering to engage in any sort of dialogue with such nonsense, but it…rhondadelameter (58)in travel • 8 years agoJoshua TreeWe had to escape. San Diego was sucking us dry emotionally and financially and with the addition of a rainy weekend forecast, we knew it was head out or lose our minds. The answer: Joshua Tree.…
