5C's Que Pasa

I know that we live in one of the most beautiful areas of Canada but really…

…and they say Mexico is dangerous!  Hmmmm! Update Monday, 3 p.m. Kelowna RCMP have confirmed reputed Red Scorpion head Jonathan Bacon was the man killed during Sunday’s gangland shooting in front of the Delta Grand Hotel. Police confirmed Bacon’s identity during a news conference Monday afternoon. I’m already getting emails asking about this shooting. I [...]

It all started with… We are laying a tad low today, as yesterday Caeli was once again bitten by something, not sure if it was a bee or ???.  We were at friends who had some Claritin which I popped into her mouth.  It helps contain the reaction. The other strange thing was that Hilde, [...]

…one step at a time, one day at a time.  One hug at a time. Hugs is certainly what Carmeh needed last night.  The forecast was for a storm, oh but what an intense storm it was.  The skies were totally lit up with lightening and of course the thunder was deafening.  I certainly felt [...]

I think that describes me these past few days.  Certainly the stock market has had an affect on my mood.  I am realistic enough to realize that it’s not worth obsessing over but still it is unsettling. I have had two emails in as many days, one advising the passing of distant friend due to [...]

The packaging claims that “your dog will love our long lasting, all natural beef muscle chews”.  A friend had purchased two of these as a treat for our girls but as Carmeh has severe food allergies we wanted to check it out with our vet first.  The first thing Dr. Susan said was ‘bull penis’. [...]

The cherry crop has been late this year due to the weather ( or lack of weather ) we’ve had, but the wait has been so worth it.  Each bite is sweet and juicy.  Soon we will be devouring local blueberries, peaches and apricots.  Just another great benefit of living in the Okanagan. Happy 8th [...]

If you are taking a road trip through Mexico, whether by car or RV, one number you should keep handy is for the Green Angels. Green Angels (Ángeles Verdes) Call 078 from any cell phone or TELEMEX phone booth to ask for help and road-side assistance from the Green Angels. Radio dispatch will send a truck with [...]

I am very sad to report that winter 2011/2012 aka tourist season 2011/2012 is going to be lacking in the people department.  The cruise ship industry has decided to hit Mazatlan rather severely.  Currently there are a few monthly dockings by the Spanish Pullmantur cruise line ship Ocean Dream.  It’s last visit will be in [...]

Don’t you dare tell me that the blue bird of happiness made this mess! …and that was to be my post this morning.  Just a quick what the ??  However fate intervened and now I have to add to the story. About 5PM yesterday Colin decided to take my car rather than the mess above [...]