Monthly Archives: April 2011

Another day in Mexico: Frida’s home and city

The smalltown of Coyoacan quickly became one of my favorite districts within Mexico City when I visited last month. It was charming with its street vendors and parks. It seemed quieter, lush and safer. We went to Coyoacan to see … Continue reading

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Breakfast with truckers

When I was little, I always thought it’d be cool and oh-so-young-Drew-Barrymore if I roadtripped across the country with random truckers met on the open road. That idea didn’t last long, but the love of diners and truck stops is … Continue reading

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Five Senses … Tuesday

Happy Tuesday, friends. Yesterday I developed a roll of mystery black and white film. I was so excited to find see memories of college and summer days with my lovelies, Mike and Des. I miss them so much. Des is … Continue reading

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Mexico’s handicrafts

One of my favorite days in Mexico was spent at a market filled with color. There were Katarinas (Dia De Los Muertos Southern belles), figures all hand painted, woven and beaded jewelry and tons of handicrafts. It was heaven. Weeks … Continue reading

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Five Senses Monday

This weekend: The sun came out. The dogs napped on cushy beds on the deck. Movies played late into the night. Toes felt cool on fresh-cut grass. Mexico City was relived through images. A little girl turned 3. Homemade chicken … Continue reading

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Happy Camper

Happy weekend, friends! This was one of those weeks that make people talk about not having enough time in a day. But even though I feel really guilty about not having edited the rest of my Mexico City pictures (I … Continue reading

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A day at the flower market

On a day in Xochimilco, we went to the flower market, where Rodrigo’s mother says she shops a lot. I knew I couldn’t sneak any plants past customs, so I just have these few pictures.

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