C.E. Flores's Blog, page 31
April 10, 2020
Training Terry
If you remember, a few months ago we were given Terry, a Belgium Shepherd dog whose owner could no longer care for him. He came with some behavioral issues that we are still working on. He and George still periodically … Continue reading →
April 8, 2020
Death in Rural Mexico — el Acta de Defunción
When someone dies, the surviving relatives must have the all-important acta de defunción (death certificate). Without it, you won’t be able to change the name on properties, sell vehicles, or access bank accounts. You’ll also want to check to see … Continue reading →
Death in Rural Mexico — el Acto de Defunción
When someone dies, the surviving relatives must have the all-important acto de defunción (death certificate). Without it, you won’t be able to change the name on properties, sell vehicles, or access bank accounts. You’ll also want to check to see … Continue reading →
April 5, 2020
A Woman’s Survival Guide to Disasters in Rural Mexico
I don’t know about you, but the constant death count being broadcasted by every single social media outlet has been stressing me out. Seeing exhausted doctors and nurses, watching politicians squabble, and still not being sure whether we are or … Continue reading →
April 1, 2020
Death Costs at the Cemetery in Rural Mexico
Cemetery plots are purchased from la tesorería de la presidencia (town hall treasury department) because cemeteries belong to the municipality. Ground plots run about $18,000 pesos and a slot in the boveda (vault) costs $800 in Moroleon. After six years, … Continue reading →
March 30, 2020
Rural Mexico Prepper’s Pantry
Although Mexico hasn’t initiated a lock down to combat the spread of COVID-19, several states have been vocal about voluntary quarantine. The state of Jalisco, for example is encouraging #5diasencasa (5 days at home) from March 20 to March 25, … Continue reading →
March 27, 2020
Herbal Classes Online
If you’ve been quarantined, you may find it a blessing in disguise. Perhaps you have more family time or can sit quietly with your cat for a while. Maybe, however, someone in your house is sick or in the high … Continue reading →
March 25, 2020
The Additional Cost of a Catholic Death in Rural Mexico
More than 83% of Mexicans are Catholic. Catholic mourning customs will add to the expense of the funeral whether you have a casket or an urn as your final resting place. If el difunto (dead person) isn’t Catholic, but the … Continue reading →
March 23, 2020
A Trip to the Barber Shop
Normally, I don’t go with my husband when he needs his hair cut. However, he tricked me into thinking we were heading somewhere else and then pulled into the Barber Shop parking area. I didn’t want to go in, but … Continue reading →
March 20, 2020
The Mushroom Course by Herbal Academy
Hopefully, in the days to come, the world will be less interested in hoarding toilet paper and more focused on creating a healthier lifestyle that can withstand the viruses that plague us. One often overlooked source of important vitamins and … Continue reading →
