Founded in 1681 this “Pueblo Magico” is enchanting from the moment you trod upon the cobblestone streets. Alamos provides all of the historical character and architectural interest of other Spanish Colonial cities in Mexico however, this Colonial Gem of the Sierra Madre is within an easy day’s drive of Tucson, Arizona. Restored Spanish courtyard homes line the [...]
I’m a fan of continuing education in fact; I went back to school as an adult to earn my degree in interior design. So, when the State of Sonora enacted Law 150 in 2006 that required licensing for all real estate professionals I was not opposed to heading back to the classroom. The classes were [...]
You may have noticed the Ruta 2010 signs that have sprung up along Highway 15 in Sonora. Well, 2010 marks the year that Mexico will celebrate the Bicentennial of its independence from Spain (1810), and also the centennial anniversary of the Mexican Revolution of 1910. These special anniversaries will consist of many celebrations of the [...]
My brother, an avid Oregonian Duck’s fan is visiting me at my home in San Carlos, Sonora. This is play off season and he was wondering if there were any sports bars in San Carlos where he could go watch the game on a big screen television. Well, as is usually the case here…you can [...]
Residents and visitors of San Carlos and Guaymas, Sonora enjoyed one of the many benefits of living on the shores of the Sea of Cortez this past Saturday. Although the Sea of Cortez boasts 800 species of fish, the focus this weekend was on shrimp. The shrimp industry is big business in this part of [...]
A friend sent me an email today asking if I wanted to go see a new movie that what just released. Going to the movies is not an unusual event however, what makes this special is that the movie theatre is only about a 10 minute drive from my home in San Carlos, Sonora. The [...]
After moving to San Carlos in 2006 I built my own home, and a second house next to my property. My degree in interior design was invaluable during this process.
I am a dual citizen of Canada and the US, with my Permanent Resident status in Mexico.
Along with my passion for interior design I am an avid blog writer, self-published author, and founding member of San Carlos Pueblo Escenico, an urban plan that promotes the character and beauty of our community.
