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  1. A friend called me and said the movie theater in Centro Laguno has closed. All signage is gone. The doors are closed and locked. My friend saw a man sweeping inside. He asked the man if the theater had closed forever and if so, why. The man just shrugged. What is going on there?
  2. Last Wednesday I was in Walmart when I saw a friend who is on the Board of El Parque. Her cell phone was constantly ringing. She told me a major water pump in SAT had broken two days earlier. She had been ordering deliveries of water for El Parque residents.
  3. Where is Luis Ruiz Ruiz? He's the rug vendor who hangs his merchandise from the tree at the Carretera and Revolucion? I had wanted to buy some rugs for my guest bed and bath rooms in late February. He was missing then, but I remembered he would exhibiting at the annual crafts show in Guad, followed by a trip to Oxaca to restock his rugs. Since then I have seen him under his tapete tree two or three times. Do you know where he is? Is he okay?
  4. Fresh Market is a generic name such as grocery or pharmacy. Usually each fresh market has another name on the sign. The fresh market nearest me is owned by Tres Amigas. It was pointed out earlier that there are more than one Lopez markets.
  5. My heart goes out to you, Fred. I was in the same situation that you are in when my vet asked me, "Are you keeping Miss Pepper alive for your sake or for her sake?" One of the greatest gifts you can give your beloved pet is a dignified exit. "We who choose to surround ourselves with lives even more temporary than our own live within a fragile circle."
  6. Costco sells a couple of brands. I think Freestyle Libre is one of them.
  7. I buy mine at Farmacia Maskaras in Riberas.
  8. I have lived here for almost 13 years. Every rainy season we have a lull in August, which is about half-way through the season. This lull lasts about two weeks, during which time there may be a sprinkle/shower or two. Newbies tend to panic, fearing the rainy season has ended. Never fear! The rains will return. Meanwhile, I have begun manually using my sprinkler system and watering my potted plants. In addition, rain in "other spots" is typical because the north shore appears to be composed of many, many micro climates. I live just west of Ajijic. My best friend lives in Riviera Alta where they often have rain while we don't....and vice versa. Meanwhile, I hope you are enjoying the cool nights and the gorgeous flowers and the mountains that look as tho' they are covered in green velvet. Such wondrous beauty!
  9. What is the latest status on auto emissions testing? Is a testing facility in Chapala open? If so, what days, hours & location.
  10. Four of us enjoyed dinner at Bobby's La Terraza last night. We began with either crab bisque (outstanding!) or mushroom soup, followed by a nice little salad. Three of us ordered the seafood crepes while one had the brisket. Our meals were delicious. The portions were reasonable and left us room for ice cream. We all ordered different flavors and tried each others'. The favorite by far was.....basil ice cream. That's right....basil the herb. It was light and fresh and delightful. Overall we had a wonderful experience
  11. Is it true that the new Jalisco traffic laws will no longer allow right turns at red lights? Are there other changes about which we should be informed?
  12. Oh dear. I can only share my experience. Dr Gustavo first did laparocopic surgery on my knee to repair my meniscus. This was unsuccessful. Before he replaced my knee, I asked him to tell me about my new knee. He obviously was insulted that I asked. My primary doctor told me to trust Dr Gustavo to pick out the appropriate prosthesis. After the replacement, I had a horrible time with physical therapy. My new knee had a very limited range of motion. When I asked Dr Gustavo about this, he replied, "How old are you?" I had just turned 65. He condescendingly responded, "Well aren't you getting to an age where you want to slow down and take it easy." I wanted to slap him. I had been looking forward to once again being able to hike, to bicycle, and to play golf and tennis. I can do none of these activities because my new knee is "an old lady's knee" with a limited range of motion. My primary doctor stopped recommending Dr Gustavo after my experience. On the other hand, Dr Gustavo has done an incredible job of rebuilding a friend's shattered leg and a neighbor's fractured collarbone and arm. I don't know why he exercised such poor judgement when selecting my replacement knee. To this day I am in extreme pain because of this knee. My advice is to question Dr Gustavo very closely. Do not let him get away with not answering your questions to your satisfaction. If he avoids answering a question or if he is condescending toward you in any way, opt for a different doctor. But this advice is true when selecting any doctor! Good luck.....
  13. You may also want to contact Nurse Josefina Contreras Mendoza at (cell) 331-115-9615 or josefina84@yahoo.com. She is a wonderful nurse who has a care-giving service as well as owning assisted living/rehab facilities. I highly recommend her.
  14. I drink bottled water at home. I I prefer to use the smaller (11 liter) bottles. Not only can I lift this size, but it exactly fills the ceramic holder. For years I purchased the 11 liter bottles at El Torito. When they began carrying only the larger bottles, I switched to Super Lake. It has been over a week since Super Lake had 11 liter bottles. When I ask the Customer Service young woman about when they will receive more, she tells me (rather rudely) to use the "grande botellas." I can't lift the larger bottles! Do you know where I can buy the refillable 11 liter water bottles?

    1. Pirineos Water Store

      Pirineos Water Store

      Dear  Sir or Madame:

      We certainly refill 11 LTS bottles. Riberas del Pilar Hidalgo 44 across from Moms Deli Resto.

      Please see our store @AguaPirineos at Facebook.

       

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