The other day I was describing to a girlfriend my recent trip to Guadalajara, Lake Chapala, and Ajiijic. Guadalajara is a city of breath taking proportions and it was a pure delight to soak up the history, architecture and culture of this pearl of Mexico. As a side trip we spent the day touring Lake [...]
It’s time again for my quarterly real estate report and the news continues to remain positive! This past quarter 14 more sellers and buyers were able to move forward to pursue new adventures. San Carlos continues to attract Mexican Nationals, Canadians, and Americans as well as others from around the world. I cannot count how [...]
As they say, nothing happens until something sells and the good news is that homes and condos in San Carlos are continuing to sell and we are welcoming new neighbors into our community! Whenever a homeowner sells their home they can move forward with their life and on to new adventures. As well, when someone [...]
Juan Manuel Alcantar, familiar to us as Blackie, first came to Guaymas and San Carlos in 1954 for a vacation, like many of us; he never left…well, at least not for long. Originally from Manzanillo, Colima, his first visit was to see his Uncle who lived in Guaymas. During his stay, his Uncle offered him [...]
I have had the pleasure of signing a few books recently on Tidbit’s behalf and, many of her books are being shipped to relatives and grandchildren of the book buyers. The thought that Tidbit’s message was being shared across the world inspired me to begin asking people where they were mailing her book. This is [...]
Thursday night is the traditional “Girl’s Night Out” in San Carlos as it is in most cities around the world. I’m not sure what guys do on their nights out however, for me and my girlfriends it consists of wine, food, and lots of girl talk. Fortunately for those of us who live in San [...]
Well, here we are at the end of another year and, what a year it has been! As the clock strikes midnight tonight it is a good time to decide who we wish to become in the New Year and how we wish to create positive changes in our world. After all, it does start [...]
Can you imagine living in an 89 square foot home? Well, I couldn’t either until I watched this YouTube video. This designer provides an appreciation for small living and takes it to a new level! This home is all about efficiency which is a must in 89 square feet however, the designer did not sacrifice [...]
For the past five weeks I have been in Portland, Oregon (my, how this city has grown up!) for personal and business reasons. As I go about a typical day, I meet many people and the fact that I live in Mexico often arises in conversation. The response is so fun because people love Mexico; [...]
We have seen from the first two quarters of 2010 that the real estate market in San Carlos is on the upswing…and in a big way! In the 1st quarter of 2010 we saw sales increase by 38% from 2009 and, real estate sales doubled in the 2nd quarter! We are anticipating a big increase in [...]
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.
