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TUESDAY, OCTOBER 23, 2012 -  #1470

Weather:  7am BT  -  78f  -  65rh  -  slight breeze  -  clouds off to the east.

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This Week.....               Complete Calendar... Click Here

  24 We   East Cape Guild General Meeting  Caleb's Cafe 11am  All are welcome.
  27 Sat   Smokey's Cantina 4th Anniversary party. Live music by Pura Vida, dancing, drink specials.  BPE#1463
  28 Su    Standard Time Mexico, turn clock back  http://www.timetemperature.com/tzmx/mexico_time_zone.shtml
  28 Su    Charlie's Chocolates Appreciation Day 1pm-10pm. Music, Fire Dancers after dark. free food. BPE 1463

EVERY TUESDAY.....
08.15am-09.30am  Yoga Intermediate level w/Brigitte at the palapa, starts Nov 6th.  bmeier75@yahoo.com
8:30am-9:30am      AA Palmas de Cortez Hotel LB    (patio by Tico's restaurant  Karen 624-141-0806 
09.45am-11.00am   Yoga Beginner w/Brigitte at the palapa, starts Nov 6th bmeier75@yahoo.com
9:45am-10:45am     Egoscue postural Class w/Annalisa Sukhasana Yoga Center    Starts 11-20-12
10:00am-noon        Loto Art Studio Come and create your own works of art. Xochitl Rivera, lotoartstudio@gmail.com
11:00am-Noon        Strength Training w/Annalisa Sukhasana Yoga Center    Starts 11-20-12
4:00pm-5:00pm      AA 4pm  masonal@prodigy.net.mx    cell# 624 175 1913 , hm.# 141 0417
4:00pm-4:45pm      Meditation class/practice w/Jackie Sukhasana Yoga Center   Starts Nov 6
5:00pm-6:15pm      Yoga All level  w/Jackie Sukhasana Yoga Center  Starts Nov 6
5:15pm-6:30pm      Exercise Class w/Kelly - at the Palapa  Bring water, yoga mat, and light hand weight

EVERY WEDNESDAY.....
8:00am-9:00am    Rotary Club Palmas de Cortez Hotel dinning room
8:00am-9:15am    Yoga  Intermediate level w/Jackie at the Sukhasana Yoga Center Starts Nov 7th
9.00am-10.00am   Zumba w/Brigitte at the palapa, starts 24th Oct. 2012  bmeier75@yahoo.com
9:30am-10:45am   Yoga  Advanced Beginner w/Jackie  at the Sukhasana Yoga Center
11:00am-12:15pm Yoga  Beginner  w/Jackie  at the Sukhasana Yoga Center
5:00pm-6:00pm     AA Meeting pm at Rancho Buena Vista Hotel  Karen 624-141-080
5:00on-6:00pm      Pilates w/Anne  Beginner & Intermediate at the Sukhasana Yoga Center
         Costco shopper Vicky Block : get me your orders on Wed  shop on Thurs 624-125-7901  woodpeckervb@gmail.com

Business Directory

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BLUE WAVE NATURAL FOODS will be closed all week and will reopen on Tuesday Oct 31. We will have a full store with new and exciting natural and organic products. Thank you and see you soon!
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CALEB'S CAFE  -  Specials for Tues & Wed
Breakfast: Ham & Cheese Omelet Served with home fries or hash browns and coffee or tea. $70 pesos.  Lunch: Grilled Cheese burgers with fries, salad or chips, drink and cookie. $75 pesos
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FUR FACE Clients!  I am back in town so give me a call and will set up appointments.  Will start booking for the week of the 29th-Monday. 141-0341 or email-happyinmex@hotmail.com  See you soon, Vickie A. Heaps
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Pepper Spray Discussion

a.  Re/Self defense - Here is a viable option for those concerned about assault - Damsels in Defense - A friend of ours has started a business and focuses on personal protection for women with non-lethal but effective products. Check it out at www.damselindefense.net
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TODOS SANTOS:  The Hotel California and R.E.M. guitarist Peter Buck announce the talent lineup for the second annual Todos Santos Music Festival, a ten-day music event benefiting the Palapa Society of Todos Santos A.C. The festival will be held in Todos Santos, Baja Mexico during January 10-26, 2013.  For more information, see the attached PDF. Also visit:
http://journaldelpacifico.com/blog/2012/09/19/todos-santos-music-festival-2013/
Janice Kinne, Todos Santos Music Festival 
http://todossantosmusicfestival.com/
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Courtesy of the Baja Insider via the Ventana View.........

October 18, 2012 The city of La Paz has announced an aggressive spray program in the hopes of averting an outbreak of Dengue fever. Fumigation by malathion will be increased in the evening hours in select neighborhoods. In the past public announcements of neighborhoods to be sprayed has appeared in advance on the radio and newspapers, but this isn't much use to gringos who are espanol illiterate. Following the double hurricane hit in 2003 Dengue reached near epidemic proportions in Baja Sur.
Residents have been urged in the media to clean up standing water in their yards, to make sure their tanacos (water cisterns) are bug proof . In the past the city has handed out little packets of sterilizer for these cisterns, of which nearly every home in La Paz has at least one. A couple of tablespoons of unscented bleach will also sanitize the tanks, but using bottle water following either treatment is recommended.
Again, this action is to avert an outbreak of Dengue following the wettest summer in La Paz in 26 years. Although Dengue is not usually fatal, the malaria like symptoms are no fun at all. Greg
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For the past 6 weeks Julie and I have been looking for our next great adventure and through blind luck we came to a tiny place in Mexico called Los Barriles.  Everyone made our stay the very best it could be.  You all should be proud of who you are and the home you have.  We will be back and we hope to call Los Barriles our home.  We would like to thank everyone and to those of you that went out of your way to make us feel at home.  A special thanks to you for the food, the music and the love you gave to us.  To all of you, our love and thinks.  Jeff and Julie
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EXERCISE CLASS SECTION

a.  Sefi's Classes start MONDAY, NOVEMBER 5. I am an A.C.E., O.A.S, R.A.B. certified Instructor/Personal Trainer and Zumba licensed.  All classes are one hour. Please bring your own mat, water bottle and stability ball if you have one (limited number available). Tubing and Flex bands will be provided. sefiheld@sympatico.ca  if you have any questions.. Sefi
     MONDAYS AND THURSDAYS
8:00 am BALL BLAST
9:15 am PILATES
10:30 am ZUMBA GOLD
     FRIDAYS
9:45 am TONE & ZONE FUSION
11:00 am ZUMBA GOLD

b.  Brigitte's YOGA class is back. NEW Schedule: Yoga Intermediate level, Tuesdays and Thursdays 08.15-09.30am, Yoga for Beginners, Tuesdays and Thursdays 09.45-11.00am. Improve your strength and flexibility in the Intermediate class or give it a try in the Beginner class and feel how your body can change in a positive way in just a few weeks. 1st class for Beginners is free! Classes starts 6. Nov. 2012 under the palapa south of the Elementary school in LB.
See you there, Brigitte bmeier75@yahoo.com
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I told Omar don't worry, I just have a feeling it will find its way back to us. My stolen 4-wheeler that is. For some reason I had been calm, perhaps it was intuition. But Omar was frustrated about it being stolen from our property, and right next to my office. Of course, if he hadn't taken that very well deserved day off, he would not have left me to my casual devices which resulted in my leaving the keys in it. That was more than three months ago, and our stolen 4-wheeler has indeed found its way back thanks to great happenstance and Omar's constant attention and keen eye. Who exactly stole it is in the hands of the authorities, but three Sunday's ago Omar was checking on another of our 4-wheelers at the mechanic shop in La Ribera (you can see why he deserves his days off!), when he spotted another customer with what he thought was our 4-wheeler, and quite sure about it because of its distinct rims. The bright yellow seats had been changed to green; the shark and the Naish stickers were removed, but their halos were still completely apparent. Omar bristled and was getting hot under the color when he realized indeed it was ours and he began the delicate conversation; no, the person in possession had not stolen it, but had bought it in Miraflores from the person who was likely the culprit. He was bringing it in for some servicing, and please, Omar, "I know your father, don't club me!" the man must have thought. Good sense prevailed of course (although I'm sure Omar did want to club him), and the buyer willingly cooperated with us and the police because he had purchased stolen goods and was clearly at risk of serious trouble himself. Intuition? Luck combined with hard work? Whatever the reason, the taken has been returned. Thanks for so many of you who felt bad about our missing 4-wheeler, and now you can share our happiness! Theresa
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When 'Stormin' Norman' came ripping up the Sea of Cortez three weeks ago, we were just catching our breath from Hurricane Miriam, who was still laying down lots of rain on the East Cape and throughout Baja Sur. Most of the East Cape fleet was in the water, including our 'Awesome' and 'Too Awesome', as there was much demand for late September fishing and a particularly good tournament. The frightening and frustrating part of being in the water during hurricane season is created by these late season, fast moving storms; before we could call the loader and ready the trailers, the seas had bulked up and the onshore swell and surf break made pulling impossible. Palmas had gotten about 20 boats out and had to call it off. My crew, wet like drowned rats were considering their options when Captain Luis was hailed by another boat that they were heading for the Cabo Riviera Marina. THAT was our lifeline. Omar quickly called and ours were the last two boats of the 25 that they were able to accommodate. Many other boats had to make the brutal run in storm waters to La Paz to seek safety there. Partially completed with much more capacity being add, the Cabo Riviera Marina is a shelter from the storm; the marina's design, direction and approach for summertime storms and hurricanes is as good as it can be. For Awesome Sportfishing, we are grateful and appreciative to Cabo Riviera and its developers and send out a great thanks for providing a safe and reliable location for our valuable, floating assets. And, we just used the marina again in the past few days for this very late and unexpected forceful Hurricane Paul.  Theresa
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THUMBS UP - ANSWERS - DISCUSSIONS- This category must have name & email address.

a.  New restaurant in La Paz with delicious and healthy menu. One block up from the Malecon on the corner of Juarez and Belizario Dominguez you'll find the Maria California restaurant. We were a little surprised they were only open for breakfast and lunch with such an extensive cocktail menu but they explained that they will soon be open for dinner also. I had a great salad but they have omelets, sandwiches soups and traditional Mexican fare as well. www.mariacaliforniarestaurant.com 612-122-7926. ¡Buen Provecho!

ROAD REPORT

a.  (written 10-21-12)  Arrived Buena Vista 8.30 pm Sunday. We took our usual 24 hours drive time down the Baja ; no delays, no detours. We crossed the occasional arroyo or puente that had already been re-graded. All in all a very nice drive; few trucks over this weekend (sadly not a lot of RV's either), beautiful greenery. What could be better?  Sam and Deb

QUESTIONS

a.  Who rents bicycles in LB?  Cheryl bajaduck@bajaduck.com

b.  I am having problems paying my taxes on line and can't register either does
Anyone have any solutions thanks donaldjcb@yahoo.com

AIRPORT - Please use the format below........ And yes, we'll all chip in for gas or chips and drinks!
Example, a 2pm flight should say, leave LB 11am or sooner. YOU pick the time to leave Tell me when you get a ride so I can remove your request.
 

RIDES FOR PEOPLE, STUFF and CARAVANS - You may send in your ad every 2/3 days.

a.  Can anyone bring three ATV parts from the United States to Los Barriles, for a Mexican friend of mine. There is a wiring harness, air filter, and one shock absorber. I can have them shipped to your address in the United States. Please call John Ford 415 – 868 – 1336.

b.  I have a two tubes of a special concrete repair sealant and a small plastic tub {sealed} of concrete hydraulic sealer, 5lbs. All sealed and bought at home depot in Vancouver that I need to get from Vancouver Canada to LB.  Anyone heading down there from the West coast, I can ship to Washington, Oregon or California. Cost to LB is just to high.  Please email me at psiniak@dccnet.com

c.  Help needed: I need someone with a suitably equipped truck to move my 30ft. 5th wheel trailer from East Cape RV Park to the RV park just behind the Pescadore Hotel. Will pay a fair price for your help. Please call Jim Brewer at 661-750-9677 and we can discuss the details.
 

COSTCO RUN - Let us know if you're going and will pick up a couple of things.

a.  Cabo Shopper: Your personal shopper Vicky Block Costco, Home Depot, Soriana, Wahoo RV, etc. Get me your orders Wed Oct 24th and I will shop early Thurs Oct 25th. email woodpeckervb@gmail.com or call 624-125-7901 from a landline call 044-624-125-7901.

WANTED - Repeats in one week

a.  Wanted:  Jam jars, 4- 6 . Lids not important but if you have them , great. Trade, loan?
greg@mountainmoments.com

b.  Wanted: Small couch or loveseat, send me an email if you have one for sale. Thanks digginbajasur@yahoo.com

c.  Wanted: Need a anchor buoy. Someone has to have one laying around on dry land collecting dust.........Reasonable.......14 10236   Dick

d.  Wanted:  Used quad tire to use on boat trail. Does not need to have a tube or be able to be inflated. Tire size 22X11x8. Please contact 141-0530 or grammycatalano@aol.com. Please put quad tire in subject line.

e.  Wanted:  cocos if you have them-please let me know-will pick up if need be. Vickie Heaps 141-0341 or happyinmex@hotmail.com
 

NOT WANTED - THREE LINE LIMIT!!  Repeats in one week. All Coconuts are US in origin. Subject to editing.
(Bad words: sell, money, $, dollars, pesos) - Keep it short!  Sorry, no photos.

a.  20' Panga with Trailer - Mexican registration papers. Boat needs a lick of paint, but is seaworthy. Trailer is in good condition. Located in Todos Santos. 1,000 green coconuts. Call Lee
612-119-7880

b.   Calphalon Tri Ply Stainless Steel 5 quart (12") straight side cooker/saute pan w/glass lid. New in box. Gorgeous pan, but I ordered by mistake; already have one! Tri Ply bottom and sides. Was 190 flames, for 90. birdinparadise@ymail.com, 141-0818
http://www.amazon.com/Calphalon-Tri-Ply-Stainless-Steel-5-Quart/dp/B003L19PQU/ref=sr_1_11?ie=UTF8&qid=1350927275&sr=8-11&keywords=calphalon+tri+ply+5+quart+saute+pan

c.  Jotel Wood Burning Stove Model 602-C Made in Norway. Red porcelain cast iron. Air tight design gives overnight warmth using one small bag charcoal. Photos https://plus.google.com/photos/106629115219919000321/albums/5794040121502172593?authkey=CL6c2PqgmpWgvAE 400 Cactus. Phone: 141-0539.

d.  Large side by side fridge /freezer. Top of the line Samsung-22 cu ft. Water and ice dispenser. Good condition. 399 tunas. ph 141-0335 or 1-250-999-4851. located in Spa

e. 23' Van Diaz Panga w/90hp Yamaha four stroke...located in Los Barriles. See details at http://bajasur.es.craigslist.com.mx/boa/3357290544.html

f.  Not Wanted: Boston Whaler Dauntless w/ 55 Yamaha, vhf, Garmin GPS, bait tank fighting chair, swim step, bimini and cover. Super clean and just serviced. 6500 tamales......see at Ernesto's 14 10236 Dick Lyon

BAJA BIZ - Repeat every TWO weeks. 5 lines/10-15words per line/50 words total - subject to editing

a.  SANTANA FABRICATING SHOP:  Steel, Stainless Steel, Aluminum, Brass, Copper...plate cut with a computer on a CNC Plasma table, 5'x10" plate ,max.., cut in water. Cuts off graphic designs, DXF files. Also welding most materials. Fabricate security Doors, windows arched, stairs , big decorative strap hinges...etc... website www.SantanaIron.net  email santana@hughes.net  cell 624 12 80046

b.  Auto, Boat, Homeowners & Condo Insurance BUY ONLINE www.mexpro.com/cathiesmith  or Contact cathie.smith@mexpro.com  Tel. 575-993-8227

c.  Air Evacuation - SkyMed Membership www.skymed.com/cathiesmith  Special discounts not online: cathie.smith@skymed.com  Toll Free 1-866-460-3486 or 575-993-8227

REAL ESTATE - For Sale, For Rent, House-sitting. Repeats in TWO weeks. 5 lines/10-15words per line/50 words total - subject to editing to keep it short!  Subject to editing

a.  I'm excited to announce that I'm now an associate real estate agent with Agua Clara Properties, specializing in the East Cape region of Los Cabos. I'm really looking forward to working with Brenda, Kim and Christy and, I hope, some of you! If you'd be so kind as to share this with your friends and neighbors, I'd very much appreciate it. You will find my detailed contact info in our newsletter below. It looks like it's going to be a stellar year!  Sincerely,  Dawn

b.  CASA ESPLENDIDA.- Custom, cozy and comfortable 214 m2 East Cape home on a very desirable and hard to find, 3223 m2 double lot with expensive Awesome views of the Sea of Cortez in Los Barriles, B. C. S. Walk or quad and in two or three minutes you are an the beautiful white sand beach. Asking price: $ 795,000 USD. For more info, please contact us: rosasolo@telmexmail.com  www.bahia-realestate.com 

c.  CASA HACIENDA.- Located in Las Tinas. Unbelievable, one of a kind family estate. Fully walled in with well-landscaped grounds, 4 bedrooms, 5 ½ baths, Offices and computer room. Second story palapa observation deck and several large decks overlooking the Sea of Cortez.
Reduced Price: $ 799,000 USD Great Bargain!!!! For more info, please contact us: rosasolo@telmexmail.com       www.bahia-realestate.com

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