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    Laura Choza is her mother. I too had surgery some years ago by Dra. Choza, who had a well-known clinic in Gdl. I wonder if she still does. More recently I went to see Dra. Camacho for simply an eye exam and liked her. It was interesting to see such a difference in their personalities. Dra. Choza was almost glamorous, one day wearing pants that tied at the ankles with bows and very high heels. The daughter is more sedate but personable and pleasant. I'm so pleased to read about Tingting's incredible experience. It's no wonder she can't stop being thrilled about the results of her surgery. Lexy
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    I've got some nice stuff I'd like to part with. Do you have a favorite consignment shop? Do some shops specialize in certain things? I've always liked Barbara's Bazaar for buying. It used to be my Bloomingdale's South when I first came here. But now I want to sell, not buy. Thanks for any guidance. Lexy
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    Why can't Dr Santiago weigh in with a professional opinion, facts on the topic being discussed, just as everybody else is giving opinions, experiences, advice, etc. An MD giving pertinent info--like what his practice has to offer--seems to me legit.Take it or leave it. It isn't advertising. Advertising is a paid-for ad. Consider how often Attorney Spencer posts opinions and services and what his staff does and everybody thanks him no end. I've never met Santiago. I have no personal experience with him. But it seems to me he has a right to express a reaction here to any topic, no? Lexy a
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    The QC internist I recommended is Dra Ana Gabriela Flores. She comes in from Guad on a regular schedule. Dra Carla Flores is a QC medicina interna and she makes house calls. She was sent to our house once when we had n emergency. I din't know if she has office appointments, but maybe. lexy
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    Al--I know from experience and agree with you that the clinics you mention have specialists who come in from guad, usually on a scheduled day of the week. But at Dr. Leon's office I don't believe that's so, unless that's changed. Rather, I've known Leon to refer a patient to a specialist in Guad. Lexy
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    There is an excellent internist-- medicina interna--Dra. Ana Gabriela Flores. Knowledgeable, perfect English. Lexy
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    Hi--She still has time open. She will be here at my house   tomorrow. Do   you  speak any Spanish. It's helpful but   not necessary. Contact me at Thetis01@gmail.com and I'll answer questions, etc. She can get to Upper La Floresta.

    Lexy

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    I agree with El Saltos on this issue. Without good diagnostics even the best chiro can be not just "fiddling in the dark," but inadvertently making matters worse. Lexy
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    Kim--I sent you an answer to your pm to me. I also highly recommend Oscar. I found it very worthwhile to reupholster my two arm chairs, as nothing I saw or sat on in the furniture stores appealed to me. Lexy
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    "A class of nurses has recently graduated." Harry, from where, what school? This is kind of a vague notice. You do know more, for starters? Are they all looking to go into private care? Lexy
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    Kosika--I understand as a newbie you'd want some guidance on what to pay a gardener or a maid. But after you've heard a range of opinions, be guided by your own common sense, now that you're living here, and pay what you think is fair and also agreeable to the person working for you. The exchange rate these days is a big topic of conversation now because it's so incredibly in favor of people whose income is in dollars. But in my 20 years of living here, the exchange rate didn't determine what you paid an employee. Pay what you think is proper for you. There are people who pay maids as little as they can get away with. Others, pay more fairly, starting at 40 p an hour. True, Mexicans don't usually use the hourly-rate system, but instead pay by the day or half-day for a certain amount of work to be done. It pretty much comes down to the same thing. It's kind of you to worry about paying a proper amount. You decide, but don't be parsimonious about it. People who say you'll ruin the economy mean, pay as little as possible. It's a code phrase in my opinion for justifying a meager wage. Although I'll admit we gringos generally do tend to pay more than Mexicans. But not always. Ask some Mexicans with household help when you get to know them better. Lexy
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    I did take the beneficiary route. Makes total sense. Lexy
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    Spencer: A suggested comment: If you put a friend or family member on your checking or savings account as a beneficiary doesn't that tangle them up as heirs, maybe inheritance tax, and such? I was wondering about adding a family member to your account itself as an owner. Then if one dies the family member (or friend) has legitimate immediate access to the account and can dispense the funds as per the will. Is this a good option? Lexy
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    Please note that Moderator #2 locked my post on Ajijic/Chapala/Guadalajara at my request. (Thank you, Mod 2). I'm assuming that Spencer's post here was created by him, as he asked for comments, etc. and did not respond to my question re. source of it. Lexy
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    This is very interesting information, Spencer. Could you cite the source, please? Lexy
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    Sounds as though Lexy is threatening that any thread reviewing this restaurant will be turned into a doggy rant. I hope I misread what she said. If she did mean that I hope moderators will not allow this highjacking to continue. It is getting tiresome.

    Xena--You did indeed misread me. I made no threat, nor did I even mean to imply one. I regret that you thought based on my post the thread should be shut down. Actually is was getting tedious, but I didn't make it so.

    Lexy

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    BTW, just to say: 225 p in USD with current exchange rate is more like $12, not $6.

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    Hi, are you saying that your price for corned beef is for cooked ready-to-make-a- sandwich corned beef? That would  be great for us. Please let me know.

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    I answered your PM to me, but please let me know if there's anything more you'd like to know about my maid. You can email me if you'd like: Thetis01@gmail.com. We can arrange an interview if you'd like. She lives in Ajijic and takes a bus to my place in Mirasol.

    Lexy

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    Some time ago I responded to a message you posted that the thrift shop across from 7-11 was taking in larger pieces. I responded. And I had several larger pieces delivered there. Beverly set up my account.

    Only one of the large and small pieces have sold.

    Now you're saying Hammers isn't  associated with this thrift shop? Can you please clafify. I wanted Hammers to benefit from the sales of my stuff, as well as me. That is why I took my things there.

    Lexy.

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      Lexy

      It really is too bad the public can't be forewarned about problems like this. With your call for larger pieces I delivered larger pieces. The place isn't big enough for proper display. Two of my large pieces now have so many smaller items on them that they're hardly noticeable.

      I'll think twice before I give saleable items to a consignment thrift shop run by amateurs.

    3. traderspoc

      traderspoc

      i apologize at the month i posted the adds we were part of casi neuvo, JUl 1st they kicked us out.

      i am so sorry, i hope your items get sold

    4. Lexy

      Lexy

      Very strange behavior, it seems, on their part.

      Hope you're very successful with new venture.

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    Portimon--Did anyone PM you directly, as you requested, and give you an answer that was useful to you? Hope so. Lexy
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    Holdrja--My cleaning woman comes tomorrow and I'll ask if she has time open.  She lives in San Antonio, near my house and takes the bus to get to me in Mirasol. I'm not sure if getting to  east of Chapala would be a problem.

    She is excellent. She cleans thoroughly, does laundry, irons beautifully. She understands my limited Spanish and practically mind reads what has to be done.

    I pay her 60 p plus bus fare (roughly 4 hrs, mornings). Plus coffee and some fruit.

    She always lets me know ahead of time if she has to take her kids to the doctor's, but that doesn't happen often.

    Do you speak Spanish? I could have her call you tomorrow if you wish and if she has time open.

    Or respond to this note and ask me anything more about her.

    Lexy

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    2. holdrja

      holdrja

      Hi Lexy - thanks, I'll keep her in mind but I may have someone now, who lives near me.  We interviewed her yesterday, we'll give her a trial for a month.  If she doesn't work out, I'll reach out to you and Lucila. 

       

    3. johs

      johs

      hi Lexy

       

      We are looking for a cleaning woman.  We live in south riberas..5 blocks south of Mom's deli.  thanks  Judy

    4. Lexy

      Lexy

       

      Hi, Judy--

      My cleaning woman cleans thoroughly, does laundry, irons beautifully. She doesn't speak English but understands my limited Spanish and practically mind-reads what has to be done.

      I pay her 60 p plus bus fare (roughly 4 hrs, mornings). But you'd discuss payment with her.  Plus I have coffee and some fruit on hand for her. She lives in San Antonio.

      She's very reliable. Lets me know ahead of time if she has to take her kids to the doctor's, but that doesn't happen often.

      Do you speak Spanish? I could have her call you if you wish.

      Or respond to this note and ask me anything more about her.

      I hope this note reaches you. Let me know if you get it. If I don't hear I'll try a PM to you.

      Lexy

       

       

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    Sandrita--The term "hospice care" did make me wonder, as it did others, exactly what you have in mind. Hospice care often means spiritual and emotional support for the terminally ill, as well as attention to their physical needs. I don't know of such a place at Lakeside, but it might exist. However it would require attendants to speak the language of the patient, and that's not common here, in my experience. My husband was a resident at Casa Nostra last year for several months. He's now, I'm glad to say, at home with me, cat and dog. However his time there gave me a close-up look at Casa Nostra and I would highly recommend that you talk to the director, Delia Villanueva. She runs a tight ship. Her aids are well trained. Her residents run from those who are recovering from surgery, for example, to those who require great care. Some I saw are obviously on their way to the end of their lives, and they got great, caring attention. I was impressed. Casa Nostra is in Riberas. Call 765 3824. If this place is not what you had in mind, Delia will know what is in the area and will be helpful. Lexy
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    Are personal trainers sometimes the same as physical therapists? Lexy
  25. Lexy
    Alan's is excellent. Alan keeps records, gives warranties, calls to remind you what is due to be done. A young guy who speaks perfect English. Cell: 33 11 76 9733. Lexy
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