Mar 29, 2012
Mar 23, 2012
La Cruz de Huanacaxtle, Regattas and Hot Spring Along River
Travel is an investment in yourself.
The Cultureur
Hot spring view looking upstream |
Known as “La Cruz” to the locals, La Cruz de Huanacaxtle may have gotten its name after the body of an indigenous woman was buried at the base of a giant Huanacaxtle tree. In tribute, a large cross, 6 feet by 3 feet, was carved into the trunk of the tree. The name stuck when people began to say “Let’s meet at the cross (Cruz) of Huanacaxtle (Elephant Ear Tree)”.
Sabay Dii – Welcome in Laotian
Don't mention sunburns.
Believe me, they know.
Unknown
Bright blue Mon-O-War jelly fish with long tentacles |
The other evening, Mike and I visited a newly arrived sailboat at anchor in the Chacala bay. s/v Sabay Dii, which means much more than ‘welcome’ in Laotian and her Captain Didier, were indeed very humble and welcoming. The vessel carried a French flag and I just had to say Bonjour!
Mar 13, 2012
Altavista Petroglyphs
A handshake beats an autograph.
Unknown
La Pila del Rey (River basin of king) - low water line at this time of year |
Chacala [Náhuatl] – Where There Are Shrimp or Lobsters
Fighting for peace is like
Screwing for virginity.
George Carlin
View of the bay from the volcano area |
An absolutely beautiful tiny cove you would not know existed, especially sailing from the North, if you were not particularly looking for it with the help of way-points, cruisers’ guides or word of mouth from other sailors, you would easily miss it.
Mar 7, 2012
Matanchén Cove - Cauldron of Fish and Bird Activity
If you try to fail, and succeed,
Which have you done?
George Carlin
Our favorite little boy at Ishmael's restaurant, Oscar |
We are sitting at anchor having a glass of wine at sundown in the cockpit. Nikki cannot seem to stand seeing me quiet and relaxed so she attacks my left leg, growling, playful – needing attention just like any kid.
Matanchén – From Salt to Fresh Water Jungle and Large Crocodiles
It is not the mountain we conquer,
But ourselves.
Sir Edmund Hillary
But wait, there are also crocodiles! (prohibited to swim due to crocs)...
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