People

Women Of Akumal – Part 7

March 31, 2021 5
Women Of Akumal A Series On Women Living Sola In The Akumal Area Stages Stages in life are guaranteed for all of us. For some, these stages are defined by careers, for others in family events; and for some, in successes and failures, in the love interests we’ve had, and [……]
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NPR Sunday Puzzles: Here the Homophone

March 31, 2021 0
THE WEEKLY QUIZ FROM NPR PUZZLEMASTER WILL SHORZ https://www.npr.org/2021/03/28/981915586/sunday-puzzle-here-the-homophone On-air Challenge: I’m going to read you some sentences. Each sentence contains two words that have homophones that are opposites. Ex. Does Liv Ullmann dye her hair? –> LIVE & DIE (homophones of “Liv” and “dye”) 1. In London, bar patrons [……]
News

Bits & Pieces – April 2021

March 31, 2021 0
      A little this & that from the media.       • Single-use face masks are hurting wildlife – here’s what you can do about it https://www.greenpeace.org.uk/news/single-use-face-masks-hurting-wildlife-what-you-can-do/ Please Avoid Buying Disposable Masks. These masks do not biodegrade and are horribly polluting our land and waters. This past week [……]
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Vecinos Update – March 2021

March 14, 2021 0
Hi Everyone! We at Vecinos are busy at work. After five years of struggling this year will really be pivotal for changes in the organization.  In late spring or early fall, we will hold a Members General Meeting.  If it is not possible to hold because of COVID 19 then [……]
Events

Library Bazaar 2021

March 13, 2021 0
Bazaar Hours:    Saturday,  March 20   1pm — 5pm                                   Sunday,  March 21    9am — 1pm   We are looking for volunteers to separate books, that is between keepers and for sale. Please [……]
People

Benito Juarez: Hero

February 28, 2021 0
On 21 March Mexicans honor the birthday of Benito Juarez, the 26th president of Mexico and national hero.  Juarez served as president from 1858 until his death in 1872.  Born in Oaxaca, he was the first indigenous president of Mexico. During Juarez’s presidency the Mexican army defeated much larger French [……]
Akumal Foodie

Xtabentún Liqueur

February 28, 2021 1
I have always enjoyed a glass of Xtabentún, after dinner.  It’s smooth, with a honey and anise flavor. Xtabentún liquor is traditionally produced in the state of Yucatán.  This liquor is from the Maya culture and has multiple uses, although, I have only tasted it, either on the rocks, or [……]
Nature and Critters

Plants for a Pettier, Healthier Bedroom: Rosemary

February 28, 2021 0
Rosemary (Scientific Name: Rosmarinus officianalis) Generally thought of as a kitchen plant, Rosemary is also a good bedroom plant. It’s pleasant, piney scent is known to reduce anxiety and stress, which could make your sleep more peaceful and satisfying. Keep your Rosemary plant by a bright window as it needs [……]
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Love and Theft . . . in Akumal!

February 28, 2021 0
Like many of you, I head to the travel section in a book store to find novels related to places I’ve been or places I’m going.  There was even a book store in New York City that only sold novels related to travel.  Not a guide book in the place. [……]