tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3700806280772261839.comments2024-02-17T02:24:37.313-06:00Retirement Before the Age of 59Healthy Living and Traveling in Mexicohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04760061835213659852noreply@blogger.comBlogger871125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3700806280772261839.post-75840525501654794392024-02-13T10:44:09.404-06:002024-02-13T10:44:09.404-06:00We've never had that issue. We order the Mexic...We've never had that issue. We order the Mexican brand name of the medication we want and we always get it. I'm a pharmacist and am careful to get the proper medication. I have found that their Pharmalife ibuprofen TABLETS are not as effective as the ibuprofen CAPSULES. I believe those tablets don't dissolve well in the stomach, so I pay a little more for capsules.Healthy Living and Traveling in Mexicohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04760061835213659852noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3700806280772261839.post-2399445682703294042024-02-12T16:01:00.767-06:002024-02-12T16:01:00.767-06:00you have to be carefull of what you order and what...you have to be carefull of what you order and what you get for example you order an antibiotic xxx and what you get is the same antibioticc but in generic. all generics are cheaper and the reason they change your order is that the employee gets a commision by selling the generics that the lab makes, and another reason to be carefull is that they have less of the substance of the antibiotic or they change the formula which makes the antibiotic less efective<br />be carefullAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3700806280772261839.post-68994158147008700432024-01-29T10:21:21.385-06:002024-01-29T10:21:21.385-06:00Hi Ken, Thanks for the great comment. Hope to see ...Hi Ken, Thanks for the great comment. Hope to see you around!Healthy Living and Traveling in Mexicohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04760061835213659852noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3700806280772261839.post-2214339537824081862024-01-28T20:29:45.645-06:002024-01-28T20:29:45.645-06:00We are in Lo de Marcos now and may go to the marke...We are in Lo de Marcos now and may go to the market in la Penita and possible tour the RV park this week. Maybe we will see you around town. Thanks for the photos!Kennoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3700806280772261839.post-9153662570497220812024-01-20T16:01:08.104-06:002024-01-20T16:01:08.104-06:00Thanks, Emily. The stories of people who have died...Thanks, Emily. The stories of people who have died from carbon monoxide poisoning are so sad, too. I don't think people give these possible dangers enough thought. I hope this post helps some others.Healthy Living and Traveling in Mexicohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04760061835213659852noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3700806280772261839.post-17166585750038711602024-01-18T15:45:23.987-06:002024-01-18T15:45:23.987-06:00Fantastic tips. I have read of several people who ...Fantastic tips. I have read of several people who died in Mexico because of gas leaks. We don't have any gas in our house (it's all electric), but since the house was brand spanking new when we moved in nearly two years ago, we have smoke detectors all over the place (required by code in the US). And yes, we have a lovely red fire extinguisher we purchased ourselves. We learned that from our boating and RVing days. Excellent post, Terry. Stay safe!Emilyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15572905521059358017noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3700806280772261839.post-1646917346892609252024-01-15T17:52:35.845-06:002024-01-15T17:52:35.845-06:00Thank you for the compliment! I'm glad it help...Thank you for the compliment! I'm glad it helped.Healthy Living and Traveling in Mexicohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04760061835213659852noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3700806280772261839.post-1877086799557057422023-12-20T13:36:50.363-06:002023-12-20T13:36:50.363-06:00It sounds like you found a good way to enjoy the U...It sounds like you found a good way to enjoy the U.S. Liking the seasons is important. I'm fine being warm or hot all year, but not cold.🥶Healthy Living and Traveling in Mexicohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04760061835213659852noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3700806280772261839.post-48369467790358885882023-12-20T12:01:50.908-06:002023-12-20T12:01:50.908-06:00We do miss Mexico, for sure. But family obligation...We do miss Mexico, for sure. But family obligations (elderly parents, sibling with special needs) just won't allow us to move back now, and by the time those obligations are behind us, we'll very likely be too old to make such a major life change. Plus, we built a comfortable (small) house on wooded rural acreage here and are enjoying this lifestyle as well. We're mostly sheltered from a lot of the madness here in the US! We have a big garden and are learning about native plants so we can help the pollinators, we feed birds, we hike on our trails, and the cycling is much better here as well. I also like seasons, especially spring and fall, and the places we lived in Mexico were very hot and humid; I don't miss that part of it. I do miss the people, the vibrant culture, the friendliness, the food, the colors, and the vibe there and hope to visit again, but probably not live there.Emilyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15572905521059358017noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3700806280772261839.post-30329226780447361802023-12-20T10:14:20.300-06:002023-12-20T10:14:20.300-06:00Emily, It sounds a little like you miss living in ...Emily, It sounds a little like you miss living in Mexico. Do you think you ever will move back? We don't miss the U.S., other than family and some of our favorite campsites on the Rogue River. We consider visiting family in Oregon, but it's hard to leave this beautiful country. We hope they will come visit us soon. Healthy Living and Traveling in Mexicohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04760061835213659852noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3700806280772261839.post-40677926826819634962023-12-19T15:33:46.719-06:002023-12-19T15:33:46.719-06:00Yes, all great points. In Playa we mostly rode on ...Yes, all great points. In Playa we mostly rode on bike paths and just a few roads to get to them; there were definitely areas that were too busy to bicycle on. Not to mention the horrible metal topes/speed bumps that terrified me! On the gulf coast, we were riding on rural roads, sand and paved, and it felt much safer. Hope you two (three with pup!) have a wonderful holiday season!Emilyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15572905521059358017noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3700806280772261839.post-30647085823210926692023-12-19T13:29:31.202-06:002023-12-19T13:29:31.202-06:00You mentioned avoiding driving in the craziness of...You mentioned avoiding driving in the craziness of Merida--Puerto Vallarta traffic and driving laws are crazy, too. So Benefit #6 would be: A Less Stressful Life! Yes, I agree, living in the city or a small city like Sayulita works better without a car than living in a rural area. We had the same problem when we stayed in Pau Mul outside of Playa del Carmen. We had a towcar at the time and had to use it often to go to the city. That's part of the reason we decided to live in a city or town that is walkable. We road bikes, too, until Jon's unsteady balance became unsafe. I don't think riding bikes in the crazy PV traffic is safe, either😅. Walking and busing now that the weather is cooler is perfect. Take care!Healthy Living and Traveling in Mexicohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04760061835213659852noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3700806280772261839.post-68300059771107262722023-12-19T11:05:32.664-06:002023-12-19T11:05:32.664-06:00I couldn't agree more. In the 2.5 years we liv...I couldn't agree more. In the 2.5 years we lived in Mexico, we had no desire to buy a car. It helps to live in a city, as it was much easier to live the car-free lifestyle in Playa del Carmen than on the Yucatan gulf coast. We could hardly ever flag down a combi or tuk-tuk from our location (they were always already full of villagers), and to walk to the closest village was 1.5-3 miles, depending on which one we went to. In the sunshine, heat, and humidity. Ubers were not very common, since we were so far from a larger city. We loved to ride our bikes to local fruit/veggie stands, but if we needed to get to Progreso or Merida, we almost always had to walk to a village to pick up a combi. Once in Progreso, we could take a bus to the big city of Merida and shop at stores like Costco and Home Depot, but the three separate rides in each direction made for a very long (and hot) day. We were lucky to have a best friend who did have a car, and she frequently invited us to ride along with her into Merida for shopping and lunches out. I didn't have any desire to drive in the Merida craziness, though, so even though it was sometimes inconvenient, not having a car worked for us, since we had bicycles and a helpful friend. We loved not having the cost and upkeep of a car plus the lower carbon footprint.Emilyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15572905521059358017noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3700806280772261839.post-38311255892845282682023-12-19T00:34:22.736-06:002023-12-19T00:34:22.736-06:00Buy Used and New Golf Cart Online. Electric or Gas...Buy Used and New Golf Cart Online. Electric or Gas Golf Carts for Sale Near Me. You need to find just the right golf cart to fit your needs and lifestyle.2nd Hand Golf Carts For Salehttps://scotserategolfcarts.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3700806280772261839.post-37187223328758651382023-12-18T17:20:43.281-06:002023-12-18T17:20:43.281-06:00Living in Puerto Vallarta with so many great resta...Living in Puerto Vallarta with so many great restaurants has definitely spoiled us! Now with the dollar/peso exchange being lower, we have to look for more value restaurants. So we're still discovering new kinds of foods. I enjoy scouring the menu for something to bring home for lunch or dinner the following day. Yes, I'm grateful for our life here.Healthy Living and Traveling in Mexicohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04760061835213659852noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3700806280772261839.post-44807993163945018212023-12-18T15:21:07.725-06:002023-12-18T15:21:07.725-06:00That is one thing I miss the most about Playa del ...That is one thing I miss the most about Playa del Carmen - the fantastic restaurants! We used to eat dinner out every other night, and I was like you and would prepare simple meals the other nights. Back in the US and living in a rural area, plus since the pandemic (and higher prices here) got us completely out of the habit, we literally never go out to eat. I do try to make meals that will go for several nights, so I don't have to cook every night, but I sure do miss those free-wheeling restaurant days! Dining in Mexico (the prices and the delicious food) will spoil you for anywhere else.Emilyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15572905521059358017noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3700806280772261839.post-20496729332989575792023-12-07T17:31:12.974-06:002023-12-07T17:31:12.974-06:00Thank you for you nice comment, Emily. Yes, I have...Thank you for you nice comment, Emily. Yes, I have much to be thankful for!<br />TerryHealthy Living and Traveling in Mexicohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04760061835213659852noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3700806280772261839.post-16597943489413145642023-12-07T11:48:40.231-06:002023-12-07T11:48:40.231-06:00Please contact Celis Funeral Home for this informa...Please contact Celis Funeral Home for this information. +52 322 222-1671. Best Wishes❣Healthy Living and Traveling in Mexicohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04760061835213659852noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3700806280772261839.post-48675177423061679952023-12-03T14:15:32.972-06:002023-12-03T14:15:32.972-06:00What a lovely place to walk and sit and see and ex...What a lovely place to walk and sit and see and experience all the beauty of nature around you. You have much to be thankful for!Emilyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15572905521059358017noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3700806280772261839.post-17998838801368302892023-12-02T10:59:19.587-06:002023-12-02T10:59:19.587-06:00Mom, I miss you so much. Thank you for all of your...Mom, I miss you so much. Thank you for all of your comments and encouraging my blog posts. I love you! TerryHealthy Living and Traveling in Mexicohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04760061835213659852noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3700806280772261839.post-24773011811550281652023-11-30T09:08:33.209-06:002023-11-30T09:08:33.209-06:00Kolejny przykład na to, ze w Zumbie łatwo sie zako...Kolejny przykład na to, ze w Zumbie łatwo sie zakochać :)Zumba Bydgoszczhttps://zumbabydgoszcz.pl/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3700806280772261839.post-58298389896497992512023-10-30T23:35:13.115-06:002023-10-30T23:35:13.115-06:00Thank you for addressing the topic of purified dri...Thank you for addressing the topic of purified drinking water and comparing the options of bottled water versus an inline filter in your blog post. It's an important discussion, especially in today's world where water quality is a growing concern.<br /><br />Bottled water has long been a popular choice for those seeking purified drinking water. However, it's crucial to consider the environmental impact of single-use plastic bottles. The production, transportation, and disposal of these bottles contribute to pollution and waste. Switching to an inline filter offers a more sustainable and cost-effective solution.<br /><br /><a href="https://readywaterservice.com/5-gallon-quick-shop/" rel="nofollow">bottle for drinking water</a> Ready Water Servicehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05534172514653480796noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3700806280772261839.post-36675163619803800202023-10-13T14:20:04.426-06:002023-10-13T14:20:04.426-06:00Thank you for your great comment!Thank you for your great comment!Healthy Living and Traveling in Mexicohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04760061835213659852noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3700806280772261839.post-24402081774920875572023-10-13T14:19:35.039-06:002023-10-13T14:19:35.039-06:00Thank you!Thank you!Healthy Living and Traveling in Mexicohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04760061835213659852noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3700806280772261839.post-45389223915707456452023-10-06T13:35:09.516-06:002023-10-06T13:35:09.516-06:00Sometimes Puerto Vallarta, sometimes La Penita, so...Sometimes Puerto Vallarta, sometimes La Penita, sometimes on the road again. Thanks for reading my blog!Healthy Living and Traveling in Mexicohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04760061835213659852noreply@blogger.com