Hope House Home for Boys

The cards that I sell here in Chapala and Ajijic, Mexico benefit the dental program for the boys at Hope House in the nearby village of Ixlahuacan. There are close to 30 boys at the home and many of them come to the home having received no dental treatment. If you live here at Lakeside and would like to order a quality, hand crafted card for a special occasion and help me contribute to this worthy cause, please e-mail me at bettyinchapala@yahoo.com Card price is 50 pesos; the entire sales price is donated to Hope House.

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Thursday, October 7, 2010

A Slower Wednesday


This is the restaurant where I had lunch yesterday. It is on the central plaza of Ajijic which is a common gathering place for locals and expats alike (the plaza, that is!). Very relaxing to sit out under the umbrellas and watch the goings on! I was moving a little slower yesterday (but that's okay in Mexico!). Went to sleep with the overhead fan on and got too cool during the night (not good for the asthma). So I was coughing again yesterday although not too badly. Learned my lesson and turned off the fan before falling to sleep last night!
As I was walking around in exploration mode yesterday, I saw this interesting doorway and thought that it might be one my friends would like to see. I'm also going to share a picture of Lake Chapala. You've seen the mountains to the north and here's the lake to the south!
I'm hoping to be able to move into my rental today. Will let you know if that comes about or not!
Betty

9 comments:

The Other Patti Sue said...

You know this is the only way I will see Mexico! Thanks for taking me with you... I'm really enjoying the trip!

Mary Anne / MA54K said...

Ditto what Patti said..... You are my eyes and ears right now and I can almost smell the local flavors! Go easy with the moving in. Is there a market nearby? Do most people just keep a day or two of the staples? Hugs!

Melisa Waldorf said...

Betty do they have any american food there, or fast food places?? Can't wait to see your rental!! Glad you are feeling a little better. Sounds like you may have made the right decision based on what the other lady said. How did Amanda's appt. go??

craftieodmae said...

Looking at this I can almost smell the food and feel the warm air. Girl you are taking some great pictures! Glad you are enjoying your self, just turn the fan off LOL. Can't wait to find out if you have a rental tomorrow!

Colleen said...

Betty,
Love the picture of the door. It looks like it should have a manger inside. I'm so loving your photos. I'm also very glad you are feeling better. Looking forward to your next post.

A Consuming Passion said...

I agree with Patti.......I feel like I'm there with you!!! Hope you're feeling a little better by the time you read this......Take care, hope all's well at home too.

Selma said...

Your pictures are all so pretty. Looks like a lovely place to live. Happy to hear you are feeling better. Thanks for sharing your journey with us.

Lee said...

Hi Betty!!! So glad you arrived safely!! Wishing you the peace and rest and healing you need!! I'll be following your blog and enjoying the beauty that you share with us all! HUGS!!

Becky said...

These pictures are gorgeous, what a beautiful place.