C.E. Flores's Blog, page 32
March 18, 2020
The Cost of Dying in Rural Mexico–Funeral Services
Last week I convinced my husband to head to a funeraria (mortuary) to ask some questions about funeral services. It’s not like I’m planning on dying anytime soon, but death comes to us all and I wanted to be a … Continue reading →
March 16, 2020
Adorning the Chim-chiminy
If you remember, one of my goals for 2020 was to finish the front of the house. There are several small projects that need to be done for that to happen, one of which was the adornment of the chimney … Continue reading →
March 11, 2020
Natural Healing–La Miel Sagrada
As if you needed another reason to consume honey regularly, here’s a little bit of information about the sacred Melipona honey. The Maya used the honey from the native stingless bee Melipona beecheii extensively in their traditional remedies. They believed … Continue reading →
March 9, 2020
Paro Nacional de Mujeres
March 9, the day after International Women’s Day, has been declared a Paro Nacional de Mujeres (Women’s Strike) in Mexico in protest against the continued prevalence of femicide and violence against women throughout the country. As a permanent resident of … Continue reading →
March 4, 2020
Natural Healing–Árnica Mexicana
The other day, while perusing the teas at the market, I happened upon some Árnica tea. This intrigued me because I had only ever seen Árnica used in una pomada (ointment) for bruises and muscle pain. So off I went … Continue reading →
March 2, 2020
Huckleberry Mountain Botanicals
Would you believe I found another awesome herb resource? You already know that I’m a huge fan of the Herbal Academy and have taken several courses online with them. But today, I’d like to introduce you to Huckleberry Mountain Botanicals. … Continue reading →
February 26, 2020
Natural Healing–Jengibre
Ginger (zingiber officinale) is reported to have arrived in Mexico first in Cuernavaca with the Spanish in the 1500s. Cultivation commenced and ginger exports back to Europe began shortly thereafter. Mexico remains one of the top 30 ginger exporters in … Continue reading →
February 24, 2020
The Great Goat Escape
The other day, my husband sold one of our nameless goats to his buddy. He made sure there was no mix-up with Jolina, his princess. Nameless goat was taken away and we went about our afternoon and evening activities. We … Continue reading →
February 19, 2020
Natural Healing–Lavanda
I love the scent of lavender (la lavanda). Although I can find the plants readily enough at the viveria (plant nursery), I was surprised at how little it is used in traditional Mexican remedies. Lavandula angustifolia is native to the … Continue reading →
February 17, 2020
A Better Mousetrap at last!
Over the course of the last year, we have been plagued with mice both inside and in the back yard. Mice, of course, bring diseases, so we’ve also had more than our fair share of animal illnesses. Kitty isn’t interested … Continue reading →
