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July 2008 - Posts

Recycling Reminder - Friday August 1, 2008

Just a friendly reminder that this Friday, August 1st recyclable items will be accepted at the following locations: Playa del Carmen - Centro - Plaza 28 de Julio (Municipal Plaza) 8:30am - 4:00pm Cruz de los Servicios - Casa de la Cultura 9:00 am - 1:00pm Read More...
Posted Wednesday, July 30, 2008 9:39 PM by Rob Kinnon | 0 Comments

Cenotes in New England?

Well not really but my brother and his friend did take us to the Becket Quarry for a fun afternoon of "cliff" jumping and tadpole catching. Founded in 1991 by concerned local residents, the not-for-profit Becket Land Trust now owns and maintains Read More...
Posted Monday, July 28, 2008 3:48 PM by Rob Kinnon | 4 Comments
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Polo anyone?

One summer afternoon in 1984, my friend and fellow horse fanatic, Allison invited me to attend a Polo match with her parents in historic Saratoga Springs. From that day on, watching Polo has become a favorite summer activity that I have been able to share Read More...
Posted Saturday, July 19, 2008 5:00 AM by Rob Kinnon | 3 Comments
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Recycling Drive - July 19, 2008

Hello Playa friends and family! There will be a big recycling drive tomorrow, Saturday July 19 at Parque la Ceiba. The goal is to collect 30 tons of recyclable materials!! The following items will be accepted at the park from 9:00am - 4:00pm. Cans Glass Read More...
Posted Thursday, July 17, 2008 3:13 PM by Rob Kinnon | 0 Comments

Past Lives Revisited

Who ever coined the phrase "You can never go home" must have burned all his bridges behind him. One of the things I enjoy best about our annual trip back to the U.S. and my hometown is visiting friends I haven't seen in a long time and making Read More...
Posted Wednesday, July 16, 2008 10:50 AM by Rob Kinnon | 1 Comments

To Grandmother's House We Go

Birdie and Cole and I have been staying at Grandma's house for the past few days, relaxing and having fun. Sunday night, the kids helped Grandma bake homemade granola bars. They came out warm, chewy and delicious! Here is the recipe and a few pictures. Read More...
Posted Tuesday, July 15, 2008 5:30 AM by Rob Kinnon | 0 Comments
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Patty's Getting Married!!!

Greeting from Albany, New York to all "Life's a Beach" readers!! We are here and settled and trying to accomplish all of our annual "stateside" goals. Clothes for the kids, new cameras, spices and seasonings: all these things and Read More...
Posted Monday, July 14, 2008 4:46 PM by Rob Kinnon | 1 Comments
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Would you like to know.....what it looks like inside a cenote?

Cenote Dzitnup in Valladolid Read More...
Posted Monday, July 14, 2008 6:48 AM by Rob Kinnon | 0 Comments
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Would you like to know........what a Jabiru is?

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Posted Sunday, July 13, 2008 6:25 AM by Rob Kinnon | 0 Comments
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Would you like to know........where to eat in Burrell Boom, Belize?

Miss Robina's. Just ask anyone. Read More...
Posted Saturday, July 12, 2008 6:20 AM by Rob Kinnon | 0 Comments

Would you like to know........where to get a home-cooked meal in Playa del Carmen?

Dona Juanita on Juarez at Avenida 45. Read More...
Posted Friday, July 11, 2008 6:57 AM by Rob Kinnon | 0 Comments

Going Stateside

This afternoon, the little ones and I are leaving today for a two week vacation visiting family and friends in upstate New York. In my absence, Stuart will be taking pictures for the monthly PDC Construction Update and sending them up to me. I plan to Read More...
Posted Thursday, July 10, 2008 8:40 AM by Rob Kinnon | 0 Comments

Recycling in Playa del Carmen - How are we doing in 2008?

Over the past four years, I have seen the concept of recycling evolve from a "silly notion" promoted only by a bunch of "gringos" to a full on Cultural Revolution. Rarely a day goes by that I don't receive an email from someone, Read More...
Posted Monday, July 7, 2008 7:26 AM by Rob Kinnon | 6 Comments

A Happy 4th of July in Playa del Carmen

Captain Dave's Bad Boys Beach Bar was the scene of this years rip roaring 4th of July celebration. Our own Cowboy John smoked an enormous pig and dozens of local folks contributed their favorite potluck side dishes, creating a fabulous feast. J.J. Read More...
Posted Saturday, July 5, 2008 11:56 AM by Rob Kinnon | 9 Comments

Recycling Reminder - July 4th 2008

Just a reminder to everyone that this Friday July 4th, at the Municipal Plaza, they will be accepting recyclable items. I also have made inquiries with the directors of Parque la Ceiba to see if they are taking recycling on a regular basis. Laurab on Read More...
Posted Thursday, July 3, 2008 11:14 AM by Rob Kinnon | 2 Comments

Back to Belize - Part 2

We awoke to pleasant rays of much needed sunshine, bid a hasty "adieu" to Turtle Inn and carted ourselves back toward town to Captain Jaks , a modest but charming property recommended to us by a friend in Playa. We were immediately greeted by Read More...
Posted Wednesday, July 2, 2008 10:31 AM by Rob Kinnon | 9 Comments

Back to Belize - Part 1

" They say your heart never leaves, once you've been down to Belize ." So says songwriter and part-time Belize resident Jerry Jeff Walker. Rob and I have been to Belize three times this year already and certainly these lyrics ring true for Read More...
Posted Tuesday, July 1, 2008 8:14 AM by Rob Kinnon | 6 Comments