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Looking Back at 2008

Spending a quiet evening at home with the kids last night I had plenty of time to sift through all of our photos from 2008 and do a bit of much needed reorganization. Judging from the many yearend comments on Facebook , it seems that most everyone is Read More...
Posted Thursday, January 1, 2009 11:09 AM by Rob Kinnon | 11 Comments
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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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Translators Needed for Angel Notion!

Seasons Greetings "Life's a Beach" readers! Lavonna from Angel Notion is in need of 60 translators to help at the clinic in Nic te ha on December 24th at 8am. Please take a moment to read her personal message below. I hope we can find some Read More...
Posted Monday, December 22, 2008 12:01 PM by Rob Kinnon | 0 Comments

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

Help Angel Notion Help People in Need

Once again, Angel Notion is doing its annual Christmas toy and fund drive in Playa del Carmen. Four trees have been set up along 5 th Avenue and yours truly took at turn manning the tree last night with local Playa residents, Randy and Sherry. Santa himself Read More...
Posted Friday, December 19, 2008 10:26 AM by Rob Kinnon | 4 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

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

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 5, 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 1, 2008 11:38 AM by Rob Kinnon | 2 Comments

Welcoming Autumn in Playa del Carmen

Life in a tropical climate comes with a host of challenges. The scorching sun, the heat, the unrelenting humidity all take some getting used to. (We’re not even going to begin the BUG discussion) After four years, our blood has certainly thinned Read More...
Posted Monday, September 29, 2008 4:11 PM by Rob Kinnon | 7 Comments

Shake, Rattle and Rollercoasters

One of our last days in the northeastern United States was spent at the nation's oldest amusement park, Lake Compounce in Bristol Connecticut. The park has an interesting history and, while it's not the biggest in the region, it sure packs in Read More...
Posted Monday, August 4, 2008 4:49 PM by Rob Kinnon | 3 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

A Daytrip to Valladolid - Part 1 (What we planned to do)

Early this week, our friends Dean and Jody flew in from Minneapolis to spend a week on the Riviera Maya. We met four years ago, while we were planning our move to Playa del Carmen. We have seen them again just one time since but we all get on quite well Read More...
Posted Wednesday, June 4, 2008 9:16 PM by Rob Kinnon | 4 Comments

Today, Connor turns 15...how did that happen????

Today, our oldest son turns 15. Not surprising as last year he turned 14, so one can draw the logical conclusion that 15 will come along. What I didn't expect is the huge change that 15 brings. Boy to man in a year. This year, 15 was celebrated with Read More...
Posted Sunday, March 2, 2008 12:15 AM by Rob Kinnon | 2 Comments
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