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My new Mexican haircut to match Charlie’s. But at 150 MXN, did I overpay?
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What happened to the sand volleyball court on the Malecón?
When we visited La Paz in July, there was a small but well used sand volleyball court in the middle of the Malecón. Both days we were here I saw people playing, starting around 4 pm. There seemed to be permanent posts, with players bringing their own nets and lines. When I spoke with the some of the guys, they said there were regular games. Of course, I was looking forward to introducing the locals … more
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And here’s the mid-day update: currently at 95 degrees F, holding steady above 90 degrees through sunset (7:30 pm). Only then does the temperature dip into the 80s, dropping as low (maybe, hopefully) as 79.
Lunch at the Rincon Gourmet (with Laura Rodriguez)
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Lunch at the Rincon Gourmet (with Laura Rodriguez)
Loved the Rincon Gourmet. Had a terrific lunch there yesterday with Laura Rodriguez, Directora Adjunta, Environmental Defense Fund de Mexico. We enjoyed delicious chiles en nogada, a traditional dish that celebrates Mexican Independence Day, which we’ll celebrate Sept. 16 (I would have posted photos except Charlie had my iPhone).
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Today’s contribution to the Baja economy, $2150 MXN (=$163 USD) for two good helmets and a bike lock, about the same price that Simon paid for one of our mountain bikes. Safety prevailed over frugality.
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Only expected to be 93 today. What happens though is that the temp peaks around 3 pm and doesn’t cool until after sunset, making afternoons on a bike brutal. Saturday will be an oven, then thankfully it cools.
Jerry Jeff on showers
“Takin’ showers ‘bout every hour, ’cause I really wasn’t feelin’ well…” Jerry Jeff Walker lyrics from his song Hairy Ass Hillbillies.
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Two guys, two computers, one kitchen table. No shirts, no socks, no air conditioning. It’s Baja time.
