C.E. Flores's Blog, page 30
May 20, 2020
Jolina’s Kids
We’ve been waiting since nearly the moment of conception for Jolina’s kids to be born. They finally arrived and what a story we have here. First, she was busy giving birth in the goat corral and the other nanny goats … Continue reading →
May 18, 2020
The Gardening & Sustainable Living Bundle and The Foraging Course
Ultimate Bundles has put together an excellent resource this year with the Gardening & Sustainable Living Bundle. Originally, I thought it might be a little late in the growing season for some of the information, but with snow in May … Continue reading →
May 13, 2020
Mother’s Day in Mexico in the Time of Coronavirus
In Mexico, Mother’s Day is a big ta-doo. There are early morning serenades, flowers, family gatherings, and in the event that a mother has passed on, trips to the cemetery. Moroleon has specifically forbidden these activities this year. That doesn’t … Continue reading →
May 11, 2020
Walking the Dogs
Practicing social distancing means we don’t get out much. However, now that the chicken feather guy’s lady dog is no longer in heat, our doggie walks again encompass the entire block in La Yacata. Walking The Puppers and walking Terry … Continue reading →
May 6, 2020
A Kitten in the Time of Quarantine
As I mentioned previously, Kitty has been gone for nearly a month now. I don’t know whether she ran away from home or died, but seeing how lazy she was, running away just seems like too much effort on her … Continue reading →
May 4, 2020
How to Keep Cool During the Blazing Months in Rural Mexico
Mexico has seven main climate regions ranging from arid deserts to tropical humidity. Some months can be extremely uncomfortable because of the heat. In our area May is tthe month where it’s nearly unbearable. Although there are some residences that have … Continue reading →
April 30, 2020
Prepare-athon 2020
Today, ironically enough, is National Prepareathon Day. Based on the state of the world recently, I would say that some further preparation is in order. Of course, that’s like closing the barn door after the horse gets out, or in … Continue reading →
April 26, 2020
National Wascally Wabbits and Zombie Babies Day
April 26 is National Kids and Pets Day and although I have only one kid, we’ve had plenty of pets over the years. Right now we have three dogs, 9 goats, 2 horses, and 5 chickens. Kitty, sadly, has disappeared. … Continue reading →
April 17, 2020
Quarantine Thoughts
You’d have thought with our quest for self-reliance in La Yacata that we’d be prepared–or at least more prepared than the general population. Maybe you’re half right. We aren’t worried about the 4% increase in the CFE bill. We understand … Continue reading →
April 15, 2020
American Dirt by Jeanine Cummins
I’ve read both negative and positive reviews of American Dirt by Jeanine Cummins. The controversy piqued my curiosity and I read the book. After finishing, I have to say that some of the outrage by the Latino community was warranted, … Continue reading →
