Hummingbirds
I found a tree full of hummingbirds on my way back from the beach. The owner of the villa, Anne, is known as the hummingbird lady. She invited us to come say goodnight to the birds at sunset. It was Natalie's last night here and we did. Anne gives Natalie and the girls tiny bird feeders and we sit i...
Dia de Los Muertos festival in Loreto
The festivities began yesterday for Dia de Los Muertos. It was held in the plaza in front of the church. We loved the performance art and dancing put on by different schools. These kids won first place. It was fun to be there with Natalie's Mom, Laura and her sister Mel. We share the mutual love of...
Visit to a local ranch
We were invited to visit Rancho San Felipe, about 20 minutes up a dirt road in a 4-wheel drive. First, our guide, Ceci, who is the coordinator for the Keep Loreto Magical Foundation, wanted to show us one of the two new designated National Parks. This is a huge win for Loreto and involved many conse...
Bioluminescense
We did the bioluminescense tour last night. We met the boat at the marina in town. First we headed to familiar Coronado Island for a sunset snorkle. It was Zac's first time snorkling. My mask kept filling with water and I had trouble finding my breath. I returned to shore disappointed and winded whi...
The start of our adventure and our arrival
It's been a great adventure returning to one of our favorite places. The first time we drove we were captivated by every new town, every new scene, the wild dogs, the scattered whale bones, or the first sight of the marshy end to the Colorado River, drying up before it can reach the Sea. It takes 30...