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Two Artists from New York with a Question!
timjwilson replied to Minnaloosh's topic in Ajijic/Chapala/Guadalajara
Pianos galore; https://www.sumajestadelpiano.com/ -
Why we need to tip the baggers at WalMart
timjwilson replied to Mainecoons's topic in Ajijic/Chapala/Guadalajara
I have found myself without cash lots of times and I have a lot of trouble with coins because of the condition of my hands. I usually tip way more than 20 pesos and also because of that thing with my hands I dump the change given by the cashier right on the counter. Have only had smiles and a few pats from the elders bagging groceries. I'm going to remember the chocolate bar or... idea. Thanks. -
Why we need to tip the baggers at WalMart
timjwilson replied to Mainecoons's topic in Ajijic/Chapala/Guadalajara
Sometimes very difficult if you have no cash and the ATMs are sold out. Not all that rare. A candy bar beats nothing right? -
Microsoft ending Windows 7 support 1/14/20
timjwilson replied to blankletmusic's topic in Ajijic/Chapala/Guadalajara
I have used Hitman Pro anti-virus successfully to remove some previous infections. It does not take a lot of space on your computer and constantly updates its base. I'm still mourning the passing of XP pro operating system. I do interface of high end microscopy and 24 RAM computer and nothing was better. I tried MS 10 but had to revert to 7 because 10 had too many dumbed down operations. -
I just saw Dr Juan Garrido in GDL (puerta de hierro sur hospital) who told me I have cataracts. He prescribed multifocal eye glasses to try forestalling surgery for a while. I have never worn glasses. They cost 12,000 pesos [ouch] He said the surgery would be 25,000 pesos per eye but did not say what sort of lens. Any feedback will be appreciated.
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Pea gravel was mentioned in the thread. Does anyone know of a bulk source?
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I'll second Winston. Excellent service.
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Parkers in Riberas
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water smelling solutions Pleasel
timjwilson replied to glws7777's topic in Ajijic/Chapala/Guadalajara
As Vista said, probably no drain trap or food stuck in there. -
Cautionary note--large increase in medical costs here
timjwilson replied to kimanjome's topic in Ajijic/Chapala/Guadalajara
I paid about 20k usd for a complex hip replacement in Mexico city [2 years back] with one of the best hip/orthopedic surgeons in the world. The cost included flight from Vancouver, 20 days in hospital private room, physiotherapy twice daily, custom meals, topnotch nursing care. -
Cautionary note--large increase in medical costs here
timjwilson replied to kimanjome's topic in Ajijic/Chapala/Guadalajara
It was a joke. -
My dog also scratches a bit much and it varies with what I feed her somewhat. Speaking of fleas and vets. Is there a vet who sells Revolution flea-tick-heartworm skin applied medication for 10 pound size dogs? Last time I bought it I had to get over size and dispense half, which was difficult. Also, is there a decent vet, who actually examines the dog during a visit? Vitals, teeth, etc?
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I just also sent him Gustavo's # by PM. Great spot.
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Except that it is a roast. One good thing about Gerard's is the atmosphere, IMO - good vibes. I'm not sure whether the mushroom with tomatoes and cheese is still available but it was excellent. I really like the spinach lasagna and the regular salad is good and filling. It is the only good salad I've had yet in the area. [not that I've been all over] There may be some confusion over the aging of the prime rib. It is likely cut from already aged beef. We killed a steer back in Canada and hung for about 1 month...delicious; big difference if aged.
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Yeah okay. It was reading the tutorial which sparked my question. Very poorly written.
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This sounds as if it requires firestick or some such other device using a remote control. Is this correct? I presently use a laptop only as my device and connect to TV via HDMI. I use the mouse to select shows. Can this software be used in this fashion?
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Advice how to sell motorhome in Mexico
timjwilson replied to Mobell's topic in Ajijic/Chapala/Guadalajara
I'm willing to be corrected on this but I believe a motorhome can be 'imported' while in Mexico. There are lawyers (I've been told by my lawyer) who specialize in registering a NOB vehicle in Mexico. I have read an in El Ojo posted by a mechanic shop in Chapala that they will assist with vehicle transfer to Mexican. -
Roof waterproofing referrals ?
timjwilson replied to kimanjome's topic in Ajijic/Chapala/Guadalajara
I lived in a rainforest with a metal roof with plywood and Styrofoam; not that loud. -
Roof waterproofing referrals ?
timjwilson replied to kimanjome's topic in Ajijic/Chapala/Guadalajara
I wonder why there are not more metal roofs around the area on roofs with some pitch. I've contracted building about 5 roofs in Canada with metal. They are good for 25 to 30 years without coating, etc. I've been contemplating whether one could lay steel stringers over the flat-tile roofs, put a layer of Styrofoam and then metal roofing. Maybe I'll try it next year. -
Seeking mover recommendations
timjwilson replied to NobodySpecial's topic in Ajijic/Chapala/Guadalajara
I used Winston as well. Less expensive and better than the competition. I did not buy the insurance. Not one thing was damaged. Delivery was smooth and everything was placed where I requested. Winston is very amicable. (BC to Ajijic) -
best non addictive med for sleep
timjwilson replied to lakeside101's topic in Ajijic/Chapala/Guadalajara
Fox news -
It was simple for me to get an appointment at a consulate, one week after emailing. I took the required financial info and had my card within 2 hours. I then had 6 months to cross into Mexico, which I took. [long trip] I bet getting your wife's card at the same time is best. Things can take a long time in Mexico and cost more. I did not use any assistance straight through.
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I was connected yesterday. I am a prepaid customer on the Carretera in West Ajijic. I saw them string the line past my house several months back. I emailed them one month ago and was promised a reply from another department. Nothing...so I emailed again, apologies and was told they lost my order, then had an appointment for one week ago. No show...no notification. I emailed again....another apology....trouble with the main line. With no appointment a very efficient young man showed up yesterday and installed the cable and modem. He easily followed my suggestions and was all done in 2 hours. Package is 75 MB and phone. My average download speed is 68 (up to 79) MBPS without VPN. When I test with fast.com it shows an enormous drop using VPN 20 to 30 MBPS. I verified with speedtest.com and got the same without VPN but with VPN it showed a drop of only 2 to 4 MBPS. I therefore tried a timed test opening my email service. Using a server in Texas, my email program opened slightly faster with VPN connected. This makes me dubious of fast.com's accuracy with a VPN. I encountered minor buffering using VPN, KODI and Real Debrid on 2 shows (720 hd). Other shows were fine. This can be a factor of the stream provider [ e.g. seriesonline, directdl, etc] Time will tell. I am currently happy with the ILOX service. Thanks to Tom!!
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How to do a Will for US assets while living in Mexico?
timjwilson replied to kimanjome's topic in Mexico General
Where the assets and US residential/mailing address is [if the same as Canadian law]