Sunday Nov 15 Took Connor for a quick walk up to the Quinta Allegra Mall as he is interested in some new shoes - it's really nice looking but has pricey stores.  Later we went to our old favourite restaurant Casa Sofia, and while it seemed to be doing quite well, every business in the plaza around it had succumbed to the effects of Covid. Unfortunately, like many things in life, the experience you had of place may not endure over time which ended up being the case. The food was just okay (pizza greasy, chicken dry), the service was inattentive and the atmosphere was kinda dull! Oh well, we have lots of other places we want to try. We thought we might take a walk up Juarez Ave. with its multiple bargain shops and restaurants but it just felt too crowded so we headed home.  Finished the evening off with a customary trip to get ice cream!  Beautiful entrance to our complex Monday Nov 16 Feeling the effects of being old and had a bit too much sun exposure so taking things a b...

Mon Nov 9 So ... life goes on as usual even in a warm climate. Took the dirty clothing to the 'lavendaria' - wash, dry and fold service for only 14 pesos/kilo - $109, but it would not be ready for 2 days. Work and school day, then took Connor for a late-afternoon walk to the beach at 38th - very crowded and one which to avoid at that time of day. Then we all went out to 10th Ave for a slice of pizza at Mama Mia and a marquesita with fresh strawberries at City Hall. Tues Nov 10 Today was overcast and a fresh 24°. Decided to wash the sheets at home as we only have one set.  Jordan worked and Connor's morning class was cancelled so he had a review morning. Ate a simple lunch at home. Scramble eggs with ham and refried beans. After a swift afternoon walk to the beach, I attempted to make supper at home with a thin cut beef I thought looked good at the store - it was tough and probably salted so when I added salsa and hot sauce, it just produced a salty disaster! Definitely dini...