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Mic Check, Heart Open: Why Storytelling Matters in Mazatlán
If you’ve ever sat in the audience of a Moth performance—where everyday people step up to a mic and tell true stories from their lives—you know the feeling. That quiet electricity. The raw vulnerability. The surprising laughter. The lump in your throat. Now imagine that happening here in Mazatlán. That’s exactly what we’re doing with…
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Where Have I Been?
I started this blog under the delusion that retirement would gift me endless hours to write about my oh-so-amazing adventures in Mazatlán. Please. Between the chaos, the distractions, and the occasional attempt at having a life, let’s just say… the blog had other plans. The last time I posted was March and now—poof—it’s practically July.…
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Ocean View – I Love You
Could this possibly be our next sanctuary? The current abode we inhabit feels suffocating amidst the cacophony of chaos that surrounds us. The relentless barks of neighboring dogs, the ceaseless chirping of birds, and the incessant blare of music pierce through the thin walls, invading our every moment. In my youth, perhaps, I could have…
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Emotional Rescue
There’s something truly special about the Mexican spirit – vibrant, passionate, and unafraid to wear its emotions on its sleeve. It’s a quality I deeply admire. In a heartfelt conversation yesterday with two women, the topic shifted to family ties, particularly the visits from one sister who travels from California. Rosa Maria, whose path I’ve…
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Shop Talk
Upon learning about our impending move to Mazatlan for retirement, I immediately embarked on a quest to uncover potential writing opportunities, drawing upon my blogging experience from my previous role at a boutique in Seattle. At 65, I had no intention of idly sitting by and embracing aging. This proactive approach mirrored my actions when…
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