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Mexican Residency Info

October 31, 2021 0
If you’re interested in obtaining Mexican residency, the following information will be helpful.  It was sent by the Boston MA office of the Consulate General of Mexico on 1 September 2021, so it’s current.         TEMPORARY RESIDENT VISA (MORE THAN 180 DAYS AND LESS THAN 4 YEARS) [……]
Health

Massages in Akumal

October 31, 2021 0
Budha Gardens Spa has been in Akumal Centro for many years.  It’s open Monday – Saturday from 9 to 5.  Phone 984-745-4942 for an appointment.   Check online http://www.budhagardenspa.comfor services and prices.             Pedro and his wife are certified masseurs who have lived in the area [……]
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Spices & Herbs: Sage

October 31, 2021 0
Also known as common sage, garden sage and Salvia officinalis, belongs to the mint family, alongside other herbs like oregano, rosemary, basil and thyme. Sage is high in several nutrients, including Vitamin K, Iron, Vitamin B6, Calcium, and Manganese.  It also has as small amounts of magnesium, zinc, copper and vitamins [……]
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Bits & Pieces – November 2021

October 31, 2021 0
A little this & that from the media. • What are the proposed changes to the Federal Zone in Mexico  https://www.litigationlawyers.mx/uncategorized/what-are-the-proposed-changes-to-the-federal-zone-in-mexico/   • Update on Tren Maya  https://everythingplayadelcarmen.com/update-on-how-the-train-maya-project-is-coming-along/?fbclid=IwAR1ogYMxRsR9owmdzLPr38fVWAtHdu4uj5hMV11oprpc3AyVP68v7CwSA3g   • Discarded tires in the oceans are trapping hermit crabs, with no way out https://www.cnn.com/2021/10/29/world/hermit-crabs-trapped-tires-scn/index.html • Scientists pinpoint personality traits that [……]
People

Luis Donaldo Colosio: Statesman

October 31, 2021 0
When you go to The Home Depot in Playa del Carmen, you travel a block on Avenida Donaldo Colosio, named for a famous Mexican.  Who was he? Luis Donaldo Colosio Murrieta was born on 10 February 1950 into a Sonora family with a long political heritage.  He studied economics in [……]
Health

Exercises for Hands

October 31, 2021 0
If hand stiffness or pain is making you crazy, there are exercises you can do.  Remember, AkumalNow is not a doctor, so ‘exercise’ good judgement before you try these.     Make a Fist • Stretch one hand out with fingers straight and close together. • Now gently make a fist. The thumb [……]
Akumal Foodie

Akumal Foodie

October 31, 2021 0
Take a look at the foods that Mexico has shared with the world — — from Gabi  
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Vecinos Update – November 2021

October 31, 2021 0
Although we had to replace the caseta’s foundation, which was not included in the original bid of $115,000mx,  we were able to move forward with the rebuild.  The new caseta building will be a watertight and totally secure facility housing the computer camera and gate operating systems. Please thank these community members [……]
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NPR Sunday Puzzle: Accented Syllable

October 31, 2021 0
THE WEEKLY QUIZ FROM NPR PUZZLEMASTER WILL SHORTZ         https://www.npr.org/2021/08/08/1025782728/sunday-puzzle-accented-syllable On-air challenge: Every answer is a word, name, or phrase ending on the accented syllable “lay” — in any spelling.        Ex. French city overlooking the Strait of Dover –> CALAIS 1. Person who parks cars [……]