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Pancho Claus - A Bi-lingual Christmas Tale

'Twas the night before Christmas and all through la casa Not a creature was stirring, CARAMBA, Que Pasa? Los ninos were all tucked away in their camas Some in vestidos and some in pajamas While Mama worked late in her little cocina El Gordo was down Read More...
Posted Wednesday, December 24, 2008 5:01 AM by Rob Kinnon | 6 Comments
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Celebration of The Winter Solstice at Ak lu'um International School

One of the advantages of having our children in both of the Waldorf Schools in Playa del Carmen is that we get to participate in two different festival schedules. El Papalote held their Posada for the preschool earlier this week and, last night, Ak Lu'um Read More...
Posted Saturday, December 20, 2008 8:22 PM by Rob Kinnon | 5 Comments

You've Got Mail!

I received a letter! That's right. An actual legitimate piece of personal correspondence from outside of Mexico. This may not seem like such a big deal until you consider that this is only the third international postal item that has been delivered Read More...
Posted Thursday, December 18, 2008 7:36 AM by Rob Kinnon | 10 Comments

Celebration of "La Posada" at Papalote School

Christmas for Mexicans, in traditional homes and rural areas, is a religious holiday. For better or worse, families in Playa del Carmen, Mexican or otherwise, seem to have adopted a decidedly “Americanized” version of this holiday. This year, Read More...
Posted Tuesday, December 16, 2008 12:42 PM by Rob Kinnon | 1 Comments

Affordable Produce in Playa del Carmen

Since our last trip to The United States, a fabulous family Thankgiving and 60th birthday celebration for my MIL in Miami, I am even more appreciative of the affordability of our food staples and produce. Yesterday was Wednesday, the day where all the Read More...
Posted Thursday, December 04, 2008 7:54 AM by Rob Kinnon | 6 Comments

Salpicar Carwash in Playa del Carmen - Functional AND Fun!

Now that I am back in school every morning (more on that later) I find that my schedule is getting really tight. My blogging has become less frequent. My message board activities are sporadic. I have been sorely neglecting my fellow blogger pals for the Read More...
Posted Monday, November 24, 2008 12:13 PM by Rob Kinnon | 3 Comments

The German Baker in Playa del Carmen

Ever on the lookout for something yummy, last week, I stumbled upon some lovely homemade breads at my favorite produce market, Dac. For the past two weeks, a small table has been set up out front offering samples of these tasty baked goods to the customers Read More...
Posted Saturday, November 22, 2008 10:02 PM by Rob Kinnon | 5 Comments

Happy Birthday Beautiful Girl!!

Where has the time gone? Seven years ago today you and I battled it out for 36 hours in St. Peter's Hospital. You've been a fighter ever since. In case I forget to tell you often enough, you are the best thing that ever happened to me and I treasure Read More...
Posted Monday, November 17, 2008 7:00 AM by Rob Kinnon | 2 Comments
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"I Thought YOU Were Driving!" - Part 2

The second installment in the short series of articles I am writing for the popular regional website www.PlayaMayaNews.com has just been posted. "I Thought YOU Were Driving!" - How a nice suburban family ended up in Playa del Carmen , Mexico Read More...
Posted Wednesday, November 12, 2008 10:12 PM by Rob Kinnon | 1 Comments

Papalote Students Celebrate the Festival of San Martin

Every November, closely following Dia de los Muertos, the students of El Papalote School participate in a traditional celebration of San Martin. This festival, also known as Martinmas, recognizes Martin, originally a soldier in Roman army in the 4th century. Read More...
Posted Saturday, November 08, 2008 6:45 PM by Rob Kinnon | 2 Comments

Dia de los Muertos in Playa del Carmen

Most people, knowing my disinterest in Halloween, are confused to learn that I really enjoy the celebration of Dia de los Muertos. As a matter of fact, this is my favorite holiday in my new home country and I look forward to it every year! Commonly known Read More...
Posted Wednesday, November 05, 2008 3:46 PM by Rob Kinnon | 7 Comments

"Happy" Halloween?

I'm not big on Halloween. There. I've said it. I wish I was like all my pals in Playa who plan and prepare their costumes 364 days a year in anticipation of October 31st. I love looking at all the pictures from the parties and marvel at the creativity Read More...
Posted Saturday, November 01, 2008 11:38 AM by Rob Kinnon | 2 Comments

Fundraiser for Ak Lu'um School a Spectacular Success!!

Pinche Gringo's Sports Bar provided the perfect venue for the Fall fundraiser for Ak Lu'um International School . Given the time of year and the incliment weather, we had no way of anticipating what a huge turn-out we would have for this event! Read More...
Posted Saturday, October 25, 2008 10:24 AM by Rob Kinnon | 1 Comments

Deb's Birthday Blast At Bad Boys in Playa del Carmen!

Our great friend, Deb, managed to make a last minute trip from Oregon to Playa del Carmen just in time for the "alien invasion that wasn't" and her Birthday! What better way to celebrate another fabulous year than with a night of music and Read More...
Posted Sunday, October 19, 2008 12:12 PM by Rob Kinnon | 1 Comments

Fundraiser to Benefit Ak Lu'um School in Playa del Carmen!!

Come one! Come all!! Jimmy Brown has kindly offered to allow us, the members of the Ak Lu’um Community, to hold a fundraiser at “The Pinche Gringo Sports Bar” on Friday October 24, 2008. I am hoping that you will all come on down for Read More...
Posted Thursday, October 16, 2008 10:40 AM by Rob Kinnon | 2 Comments
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