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News - June 2011
News - June 2011
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"Reto"
The original meaning of the word "Reto" is "Challenge" but the word has taken on a totally new connotation since the revolutionary political and economic changes began in Mexico in the 1990s, and that are still transforming the country. Today "Reto" stands for "Facing the Challenge" to make Mexicans aware that they can have a better life; that they too could create an affluent society
The original meaning of the word "Reto" is "Challenge" but the word has taken on a totally new connotation since the revolutionary political and economic changes began in Mexico in the 1990s, and that are still transforming the country. Today "Reto" stands for "Facing the Challenge" to make Mexicans aware that they can have a better life; that they too could create an affluent society
Jaltemba Bay Animal Rescue (JBAR)
Lin Chimes of JBAR expresses her appreciation to all for supporting Jaltemba Bay Animal Rescue and advises that another twenty animals have been sterilized and four more animals have been adopted out to good homes!
Meet Dora, Negra, Fanny and Macho.... For your reading pleasure the May/June 2011 Edition of the Jaltemba Bay Animal Rescue Newsletter
Lin Chimes of JBAR expresses her appreciation to all for supporting Jaltemba Bay Animal Rescue and advises that another twenty animals have been sterilized and four more animals have been adopted out to good homes!
Meet Dora, Negra, Fanny and Macho.... For your reading pleasure the May/June 2011 Edition of the Jaltemba Bay Animal Rescue Newsletter
Christina Stobbs
Easy Day Trips from Los Ayala
Discover the Beach of La Penita de Jaltemba
Translates to "Place on the sandy shore, across from the cliff." The beach of La Penita offers crystal clear, warm Pacific waters and tons of charm!
La Penita is just ten minutes north of Los Ayala by car or taxi; and approximately twenty minutes by collectivo.
To read more see La Penita de Jaltemba
Discover the Beach of La Penita de Jaltemba
Translates to "Place on the sandy shore, across from the cliff." The beach of La Penita offers crystal clear, warm Pacific waters and tons of charm!
La Penita is just ten minutes north of Los Ayala by car or taxi; and approximately twenty minutes by collectivo.
To read more see La Penita de Jaltemba
Local Folks
Meet Elaine & Morris Smith
Elaine and Morris first visited Los Ayala in the early 1970s when the only road into Los Ayala was the road that ran along the mountain of what is now Villas del Tropico.
Los Ayala had no streets, electricity, potable water, or telephones, and the elementary school was just a small square cleared in the jungle with a chicken wire fence enclosing a few desks for the students.
At that time the only residential area in Los Ayala was a small group of homes on Avenida Estero.
One day when Elaine was walking along the old road which was surrounded by thick jungle and tropical trees she came across a man riding an elephant which confirmed her thoughts at that time; she was truly in jungle country! She found out later that the circus was in town and the fellow riding the elephant was just giving it some exercise.
Over the next twenty years Elaine and Morris returned several times to Los Ayala to visit with friends and during this time they gradually became acquainted with the people living in town. Like many of us, they fell in love with the warmth of the people and the sheer beauty of Los Ayala, returning 1994 to buy a home on Avenida Estero. They have lived their dream ever since! Continue reading...
Meet Elaine & Morris Smith
Elaine and Morris first visited Los Ayala in the early 1970s when the only road into Los Ayala was the road that ran along the mountain of what is now Villas del Tropico.
Los Ayala had no streets, electricity, potable water, or telephones, and the elementary school was just a small square cleared in the jungle with a chicken wire fence enclosing a few desks for the students.
At that time the only residential area in Los Ayala was a small group of homes on Avenida Estero.
One day when Elaine was walking along the old road which was surrounded by thick jungle and tropical trees she came across a man riding an elephant which confirmed her thoughts at that time; she was truly in jungle country! She found out later that the circus was in town and the fellow riding the elephant was just giving it some exercise.
Over the next twenty years Elaine and Morris returned several times to Los Ayala to visit with friends and during this time they gradually became acquainted with the people living in town. Like many of us, they fell in love with the warmth of the people and the sheer beauty of Los Ayala, returning 1994 to buy a home on Avenida Estero. They have lived their dream ever since! Continue reading...
Dining in Los Ayala
Recommended by Romy!
Palapa Santas - The Best Aqua Chilies!
Recommended by Romy!
Palapa Santas - The Best Aqua Chilies!
Los Ayala
Property Tax Payment Day
Update
Even though 60% of property owners in Los Ayala had already paid their taxes,
at the end of the day a total of $19,100 pesos were collected.
12% of the monies collected go to the university and the remaining funds $16,808 peos will be used to improve the roads in Los Ayala.
Every little bit counts!
Property Tax Payment Day
Update
Even though 60% of property owners in Los Ayala had already paid their taxes,
at the end of the day a total of $19,100 pesos were collected.
12% of the monies collected go to the university and the remaining funds $16,808 peos will be used to improve the roads in Los Ayala.
Every little bit counts!
Dia Del Nino Celebrations in Los Ayala's Town Plaza
Click on any image to view photo gallery
Click on any image to view photo gallery
Yesteryear in Los Ayala
Jaltemba Bay, Mexico
Photo of the children and volunteer teachers at Los Ayala's Learning Center by Elaine Smith
If you have some old photos taken in or of
Los Ayala please share with others through Magical Los Ayala.
Email your Yesteryear Photo to Christina Stobbs
Jaltemba Bay, Mexico
Photo of the children and volunteer teachers at Los Ayala's Learning Center by Elaine Smith
If you have some old photos taken in or of
Los Ayala please share with others through Magical Los Ayala.
Email your Yesteryear Photo to Christina Stobbs
Luxury Beach Front Condo
for Sale by Owner
for Sale by Owner
Cristina & Martin!
The wedding took place at Sagrado Corazon, Los Ayala's church
on May 7, 2011
A beautiful wedding!
To view photos see
May 2011 - Special Edition
Magical Moments
Refusing an invitation in Mexico is considered rude by many folks and that is why if you extend an invitation to a local resident you may find that they say yes but not show up.
This & That
A Few Words from the Editor
Things are heating up in Los Ayala; the weather that is! The day time temperatures are ranging from 28-30 C and the evening temperatures around 20-22 C. The humidity readings are starting to climb and the daily readings are anywhere from 35% - 75%; no where near the 90% readings typically seen in August but even so 75% humidity combined with 30C means it feels like 35C - definitely the start of the feeling sticky hot season!
Needless to say, ceiling fans are definitely appreciated at this time of year and by June, air conditioning during the evenings is essential to most folks for a good nights sleep. That said, "It is not really hot here, until the day the Flying Ants arrive in Jaltemba Bay," and they will soon; by the thousands! On the day of arrival these critters are found lining all the streets and beaches of Jaltemba Bay; and the patios and terraces of homes. A good reason to have screens on your windows! The flying ants mate on this special day and as is frequently seen in nature, the male ants die shortly after the copulation is complete. The females lose their wings and lay eggs to start a new ant colony. No wonder we have so many ants here!
This annual natural phenomena is commonly associated with the true start of the "HOT" season and occurs more or less in unison with the rain bird phenomena which starts sometime in early June, when each evening one hears the unique crooning melody of the rain birds (The sounds are actually produced by insects called "Chicharras"), which lasts until the day the flying ants arrive. We did not see the usual multitudes of flying ants last summer and last summer was a little cooler then most. However, last summer we set records for rainfall, so who really knows what the relation between the flying ants and rain bugs is! For sure, I will be checking the numbers of flying ants this year to see if their is any direct correlation with how hot the summer this summer is. One thing I can say with confidence, is that the annual arrival of the flying ants is somehow related to the arrival of the hot and humid weather.
Who Loves Mangoes? I do!
June is also when mangoes are found everywhere in Jaltemba Bay, and I love mangoes! They are plump, succulent, abundant, inexpensive and loaded with antioxidant vitamins A, C and E; vitamins B and K; and other essential nutrients including potassium, copper and several essential amino acids. I enjoy eating mangoes throughout the rainy season; often picked directly from the many public trees, providing I get to them before the birds do, which can be somewhat of a challenge.
Los Ayala Sunsets
One of the things I love about the month of May are the beautiful sunsets in Los Ayala. Although we do not see the sun set below the horizon in Los Ayala, we do see the stunning effects of the sunset on the sky. The sunsets often turn the sky a brilliant red! I have included a photo gallery in this months newsletter which features three sunset photos. The first photo is from May of last year and shows off the brilliant red sky. The second photo is from April this year, when the skies are a beautiful pink and blue. The last photo is from May of this year which shows how the red sunset skies frequently seen at this time of the year are starting to build in intensity.
Celebrating Children and Motherhood!
Day of the Children and Mothers Day were both celebrated handsomely in Los Ayala. Local children in Los Ayala enjoyed a party in the Town Plaza which featured games, candies and best of all a Clown. Moms from Los Ayala, La Joya, Guayabitos, La Penita and La Colonia were treated to a party cruise of Jaltemba Bay on Los Ayala's Gran Fiesta and dinner at the Boca del Rio Restaurant on Los Ayala Beach, compliments of Juan Rodriguez!
Religious Newsworthy Event
The Sacred Heart of Jesus journey begins in Los Ayala on June 21st when the runners depart for Talpa from the Town Plaza and ends on June 24th when the runners return to the Town Plaza at 12 noon. Further details about this annual event will be posted on the Upcoming Events page by the middle of June June.
It is Pretty Quiet in Los Ayala these Days
With respect to news content not the level of music being played in town! So this months news is brimming with photos, including this months Magical Moments which feature Bea Rauch's beautiful photo of an Anhinga. I hope you enjoy this months Local Folks which features the delightful story of Elaine and Morris Smith!
The next edition of the LA Times will be published in the first week of August. However, be assured that if the summer rains wash out the roads and/or if any construction work begins on the roads in Los Ayala, I will send a news update.
Oh, I almost forgot to mention that I have an actual tomato plant brimming with tomatoes growing out of my road at the side of my house... This plant has never been watered yet my house plants are struggling to thrive and I water them twice a week. Just one of the amazing wonders of nature here!
A Few Words from the Editor
Things are heating up in Los Ayala; the weather that is! The day time temperatures are ranging from 28-30 C and the evening temperatures around 20-22 C. The humidity readings are starting to climb and the daily readings are anywhere from 35% - 75%; no where near the 90% readings typically seen in August but even so 75% humidity combined with 30C means it feels like 35C - definitely the start of the feeling sticky hot season!
Needless to say, ceiling fans are definitely appreciated at this time of year and by June, air conditioning during the evenings is essential to most folks for a good nights sleep. That said, "It is not really hot here, until the day the Flying Ants arrive in Jaltemba Bay," and they will soon; by the thousands! On the day of arrival these critters are found lining all the streets and beaches of Jaltemba Bay; and the patios and terraces of homes. A good reason to have screens on your windows! The flying ants mate on this special day and as is frequently seen in nature, the male ants die shortly after the copulation is complete. The females lose their wings and lay eggs to start a new ant colony. No wonder we have so many ants here!
This annual natural phenomena is commonly associated with the true start of the "HOT" season and occurs more or less in unison with the rain bird phenomena which starts sometime in early June, when each evening one hears the unique crooning melody of the rain birds (The sounds are actually produced by insects called "Chicharras"), which lasts until the day the flying ants arrive. We did not see the usual multitudes of flying ants last summer and last summer was a little cooler then most. However, last summer we set records for rainfall, so who really knows what the relation between the flying ants and rain bugs is! For sure, I will be checking the numbers of flying ants this year to see if their is any direct correlation with how hot the summer this summer is. One thing I can say with confidence, is that the annual arrival of the flying ants is somehow related to the arrival of the hot and humid weather.
Who Loves Mangoes? I do!
June is also when mangoes are found everywhere in Jaltemba Bay, and I love mangoes! They are plump, succulent, abundant, inexpensive and loaded with antioxidant vitamins A, C and E; vitamins B and K; and other essential nutrients including potassium, copper and several essential amino acids. I enjoy eating mangoes throughout the rainy season; often picked directly from the many public trees, providing I get to them before the birds do, which can be somewhat of a challenge.
Los Ayala Sunsets
One of the things I love about the month of May are the beautiful sunsets in Los Ayala. Although we do not see the sun set below the horizon in Los Ayala, we do see the stunning effects of the sunset on the sky. The sunsets often turn the sky a brilliant red! I have included a photo gallery in this months newsletter which features three sunset photos. The first photo is from May of last year and shows off the brilliant red sky. The second photo is from April this year, when the skies are a beautiful pink and blue. The last photo is from May of this year which shows how the red sunset skies frequently seen at this time of the year are starting to build in intensity.
Celebrating Children and Motherhood!
Day of the Children and Mothers Day were both celebrated handsomely in Los Ayala. Local children in Los Ayala enjoyed a party in the Town Plaza which featured games, candies and best of all a Clown. Moms from Los Ayala, La Joya, Guayabitos, La Penita and La Colonia were treated to a party cruise of Jaltemba Bay on Los Ayala's Gran Fiesta and dinner at the Boca del Rio Restaurant on Los Ayala Beach, compliments of Juan Rodriguez!
Religious Newsworthy Event
The Sacred Heart of Jesus journey begins in Los Ayala on June 21st when the runners depart for Talpa from the Town Plaza and ends on June 24th when the runners return to the Town Plaza at 12 noon. Further details about this annual event will be posted on the Upcoming Events page by the middle of June June.
It is Pretty Quiet in Los Ayala these Days
With respect to news content not the level of music being played in town! So this months news is brimming with photos, including this months Magical Moments which feature Bea Rauch's beautiful photo of an Anhinga. I hope you enjoy this months Local Folks which features the delightful story of Elaine and Morris Smith!
The next edition of the LA Times will be published in the first week of August. However, be assured that if the summer rains wash out the roads and/or if any construction work begins on the roads in Los Ayala, I will send a news update.
Oh, I almost forgot to mention that I have an actual tomato plant brimming with tomatoes growing out of my road at the side of my house... This plant has never been watered yet my house plants are struggling to thrive and I water them twice a week. Just one of the amazing wonders of nature here!
Photo Gallery of Los Ayala Sunsets
1. Brilliant Red Sky - May 2010
2. Beautiful Pink & Blue Sky - April 2011
3. Early Beginnings of the Brilliant Red Skies - May 2011
1. Brilliant Red Sky - May 2010
2. Beautiful Pink & Blue Sky - April 2011
3. Early Beginnings of the Brilliant Red Skies - May 2011
The Circus was in Los Ayala!
The circus was set up under a big colourful tent on Bahia de Banderas. A first for Los Ayala? Apparently not! If you read this months Local Folks you will see that the circus visited Los Ayala in the early 1970's and at that time the show included elephants!
The nightly show in Los Ayala was a hit with the kids. Just 20 pesos per person and great family fun!
The circus was set up under a big colourful tent on Bahia de Banderas. A first for Los Ayala? Apparently not! If you read this months Local Folks you will see that the circus visited Los Ayala in the early 1970's and at that time the show included elephants!
The nightly show in Los Ayala was a hit with the kids. Just 20 pesos per person and great family fun!
Dia de Las Madres (Mothers Day) Celebrated in Los Ayala!
Over a hundred Moms from Jaltemba Bay from the towns of Los Ayala, La Joya, Guayabitos and La Penita enjoyed a cruise on Los Ayala's Gran Fiesta and dinner at Boca del Rio on Los Ayala Beach....
Over a hundred Moms from Jaltemba Bay from the towns of Los Ayala, La Joya, Guayabitos and La Penita enjoyed a cruise on Los Ayala's Gran Fiesta and dinner at Boca del Rio on Los Ayala Beach....
Los Ayala
Beachfront Vacation Rental
This gorgeous 2 bedroom condominium is centrally located in Los Ayala, just steps from the beach; and a beautiful pool, large enough to swim laps in... Ericas Beachfront Condo
Beachfront Vacation Rental
This gorgeous 2 bedroom condominium is centrally located in Los Ayala, just steps from the beach; and a beautiful pool, large enough to swim laps in... Ericas Beachfront Condo
La Casa del Cono - Vacation Home
This little gem of a house is centrally located in Los Ayala, yet just two short blocks to Los Ayala beach. La Casa de Cona offers vacationers a modest, but lovely three bedroom, two bathroom home, providing everything you need for your vacation.
Value priced! For more information on this vacation rental see Casa del Cono
This little gem of a house is centrally located in Los Ayala, yet just two short blocks to Los Ayala beach. La Casa de Cona offers vacationers a modest, but lovely three bedroom, two bathroom home, providing everything you need for your vacation.
Value priced! For more information on this vacation rental see Casa del Cono
Soley's Restaurant & Cafe
A touch of Italy in La Penita
Daniel Calluso, is the perfect host and his wife Miriam, is a culinary artist. Together they ensure that the dining experience at Soley's is always perfectly memorable!
If you are craving Italian food Soley's is open for dinner on Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 6-10 p.m...
Soley's is also open for breakfast on Thursdays. There is no better spot to meet and chat with friends for coffee and breakfast after shopping at La Penita's Tiangus.
A touch of Italy in La Penita
Daniel Calluso, is the perfect host and his wife Miriam, is a culinary artist. Together they ensure that the dining experience at Soley's is always perfectly memorable!
If you are craving Italian food Soley's is open for dinner on Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 6-10 p.m...
Soley's is also open for breakfast on Thursdays. There is no better spot to meet and chat with friends for coffee and breakfast after shopping at La Penita's Tiangus.
Magical Moments
June 2011
Anhinga Reflection
by Bea Rauch
Breathtakingly Beautiful Photo
of an Anhinga in Los Ayala's estuary.
June 2011
Anhinga Reflection
by Bea Rauch
Breathtakingly Beautiful Photo
of an Anhinga in Los Ayala's estuary.
Courtesy of Juan Rodriguez of Los Ayala's Gran Fiesta. Thank you from all the Moms in Jaltemba Bay for a Fun Day!
Hiking Aficionados Please Note:
Access to the trail to Punta Raza from Playa del Beso has been fenced off.
Whether this due to the Punta Raza development is unknown; as is whether this is a temporary or permanent measure.
Access to the trail to Punta Raza from Playa del Beso has been fenced off.
Whether this due to the Punta Raza development is unknown; as is whether this is a temporary or permanent measure.
Congratulations
Beach Lover?
Check out Playa Los Venado, a beautiful secluded beach located at the south end of Lo De Marcos
Check out Playa Los Venado, a beautiful secluded beach located at the south end of Lo De Marcos
New to the Los Ayala and
the Jaltemba Bay Area?
Check out our local forums! They are great places to post questions and share information with others!
Jaltemba Jalapeno
Jaltemba Bay Folk Forum
the Jaltemba Bay Area?
Check out our local forums! They are great places to post questions and share information with others!
Jaltemba Jalapeno
Jaltemba Bay Folk Forum
Editor's Favourite Quick & Easy Recipes
Mexican Delights
Flambeed Bananas
¼ C butter or margarine
½ C brown sugar
4 ripe bananas
¼ C Kahlua
In a chafing or heat resistant dish, melt butter. Add brown sugar and stir until dissolved. Slice bananas in half lengthwise; add to brown sugar mixture and stir quickly to coat. Allow to cook, stirring constantly, for approximately 1 minute. Add Kahlua to dish and ignite (carefully) with a long match. Quickly spoon flaming banana mixture over vanilla ice cream and serve. DELICIOUS!
Mexican Delights
Flambeed Bananas
¼ C butter or margarine
½ C brown sugar
4 ripe bananas
¼ C Kahlua
In a chafing or heat resistant dish, melt butter. Add brown sugar and stir until dissolved. Slice bananas in half lengthwise; add to brown sugar mixture and stir quickly to coat. Allow to cook, stirring constantly, for approximately 1 minute. Add Kahlua to dish and ignite (carefully) with a long match. Quickly spoon flaming banana mixture over vanilla ice cream and serve. DELICIOUS!
Where to Dine during the Off Season?
Undoubtedly it is very quiet in Jaltemba Bay during the off season, especially during the months of August and September. As a result many restaurants close or reduce their summer hours. Lucky for us, the majority of the restaurants on Los Ayala beach remain open for business; including Restaurant Las Ranas, Palapa Rositas, Pikkikos and Erica's! AND Vista Guayabitos is always open year round!
In Guayabitos, Latitude 21, Matejas, Restaurant Charly and Pina Loca remain open a few days per week. In La Penita, most of the Mexican restaurants remain open during the summer months. What happens in August and September? Time to explore the culinary delights of tacos!
Undoubtedly it is very quiet in Jaltemba Bay during the off season, especially during the months of August and September. As a result many restaurants close or reduce their summer hours. Lucky for us, the majority of the restaurants on Los Ayala beach remain open for business; including Restaurant Las Ranas, Palapa Rositas, Pikkikos and Erica's! AND Vista Guayabitos is always open year round!
In Guayabitos, Latitude 21, Matejas, Restaurant Charly and Pina Loca remain open a few days per week. In La Penita, most of the Mexican restaurants remain open during the summer months. What happens in August and September? Time to explore the culinary delights of tacos!
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