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RE: Introductions please - 1/14/2005 12:47:48 PM
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alice in az
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I am "Alice in Az." or Alice Gartell
I live in Tempe, Arizona
My husband, Chuck and I, have been visiting Q.Roo since about 1986. At first we had little kids and no money, so we visited maybe every 2-3 years. Then it got to be once a year, and for the past few years our kids are grown, money is a little easier, and we have gone twice a year. Except that this year, we went last July and have not gone back. : (
Favorite activity -- do I have to pick just one? My husband -- who never walks at home -- loves to walk along the beach, doing a "titty walk" to check out the territory, just for scientific purposes.
I love getting a massage on the beach, exploring little villages and ruins that are new to me. I also have made children's literacy a major part of my life. I have been helping Hekab Be Bibioteca for about 6 years now, and have seen huge changes in its development as a focus for literacy in the area. That expanded into providing books for 6 little libraries in the region. And now I am on the board of directors of a great charity "Books for a Better World", and am responsible for buying children's books in Spanish for 53 little libraries in central america. So, it won't surprise you that I like having a little "library adventure" on each trip, exploring little libraries and schools all around, and that one of my favorite things to do is to be a lazy bum on the beach, reading novels! I also adore snorkelling.
Favorite drink -- hmm -- mango kalaans, pina coladas, and for non-alcoholic I like the apple cider soda pop, called manzanita. Yummy!
this was fun,
Alice in Az
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RE: Introductions please - 1/14/2005 1:05:23 PM
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lil red
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1 mdynes - michelle
2 red deer alberta canada
3 once but again in mar 25-apr 8 ABR
4 lying on the beach
5 (forgive the spelling) tequila sunrise
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RE: Introductions please - 1/14/2005 1:08:03 PM
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Craig in WI
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1. Craig in WI...aka Craig Carlson
2. New Richmond, WI
3. 6 times since 1998...returning sometime soon
4. Snorkeling, happy hour, ruins, happy hour again, laying on the beach drinking something refreshing and alcoholic, Did I mention happy hour?, visiting all sorts of restaurants and enjoying the food and drink, happy hour...now where was I? Probably at happy hour.
5. Margaritas, shots of tequila, and cerveza
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RE: Introductions please - 1/14/2005 1:08:49 PM
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kbegrams11
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1. Kevin
2. St. Paul, Minnesota
3. 1 so far....2nd in 27 days...
4. lying in the sun
5. cola w a twist of lime.....
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RE: Introductions please - 1/14/2005 1:16:58 PM
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pdxbrian
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pdxbrian is the LG name brian is the real one, I am coming down with my wife Lori for our honeymoon. Truth is we got married last July but did not see the purpose of going tropical in the summer, plus we dated for twelve years, so this has been a long time coming.
We live in Portland, OR which is also very beautiful, but only in summer.
This will be our first time to Mexico and thus our first time to MR. We are so looking forward to it. From reading all these threads and through other sites, if the MR meets even a tenth of my expectations I may be moving here, or at least I will dream of moving here.
My favorite activity will definetly be snorkeling. Second favorite will be lounging on the beach reading novels in between snorkeling. And lastly in a category on its own will be drinking fruity tropical drinks while lounging. Due to the pervasive nature of this activity I did not think it fair to rank it. I mean how can you rank sleep. YOu know you love it and have to have it but still....
Hey Alice minor tangent here. Is the library interested in english books?? I am bringing five books in a series and was going to leave them there. Would they want them or only spanish books. I was thinking that us LGs visiting may go to the library to get something to read.
Favorite drink is definetly red wine. BUT this is not much of a lounge on a warm beach kind of drink. For Hawaii I went with Mai Tais and those were darn yummy, almost too yummy, oh my aching head kind of yummy. But not being a big drinker when not on vacation, I am willing to explore new varieties and flavors, but definetly looking for something tropical. May go with the margaritas, but those may be too cliched.
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RE: Introductions please - 1/14/2005 1:20:27 PM
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pamela_tejas
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1. pamela_tejas
2. Texas
3. approximately 15 times since 1991; going back most likely in Sept
4. snorkeling; beach time
5. favorite drink for the beach - Superior or DOS XX; favorite bar drink - margarita or mojito or smooth straight sipping tequila
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RE: Introductions please - 1/14/2005 1:22:48 PM
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Sunburned Gringo
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great posts everyone....keep 'em comming
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RE: Introductions please - 1/14/2005 1:29:14 PM
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Skippy
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From: Loveland, Colorado
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FYI
1. Skippy aka Kevin
2. Loveland, Colorado
3. Every year since 1995
4. Diving, people watching, generally being lazy.
5. A few gallons of Bohemia beer.
It's nice to talk to everyone on this board about one of my favorite pastimes, hang'n in the Roo!!!
21 days and I'm There!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Skippy in Colorado
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RE: Introductions please - 1/14/2005 1:42:00 PM
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shirleybird
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Shirleybird aka Holly Budd
south of Springfield MO. Close to Branson if anyone comes this way you are invited to stay.
2 times in 98 &99 My friends go every year for 20 years so get updated through them.
SNORKELING and exploring new beaches and beach bars for salsa and ceviche!
Have to do margaritas in the afternoon. Wine with dinner & after.
Leaving in 28 days.
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RE: Introductions please - 1/14/2005 1:42:23 PM
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fulerzoo
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#1 Fulerzoo - otherwise known as Todd or "who was that guy??"
#2 I live in extreme SE Minnesota on a bluff overlooking the Mississippi River.
#3 I have been going to Mexico for 20 years. Multiple times to Mazatlan and Xtapa. Most recently, 2 times to Xpu-ha and the last time to Akumal. Going back for the second time (Tankah) this winter at the end of March.
#4 I like road less traveled. Exploring the unknown jungle path. Snorkeling the edge of the reef. Searching for a place to fish. I'm out at dawn and in bed early. My trips usually turn into self guided eco-tours.
#5 Anything in moderation - I need to be up at dawn the next morning!!
The Roo Zoo
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RE: Introductions please - 1/14/2005 1:49:02 PM
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pi
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Hi from pi og Peter Ib
From Denmark -Europe.
Was i Mexico in november, Acapulco on a buissinestrip.
Last time in Quintana Roo was 9 years ago, before that I stayed in Playa Del Carmen 4 months each winter.
Been to Mexico 8 times.
Snorkling, diving, hammocks, chairdiving.
Superior is my kind og beer
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RE: Introductions please - 1/14/2005 1:59:34 PM
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footballmom
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Hi!
Christie aka footballmom (2 teenage football players in the family)
small town S of Portland, OR on the way to the Oregon Coast
2 visits to Akumal, 1 to Puerto Vallarta, a possible return with the girlfriends in the fall but not till 2006 with the hubby. Everyday in my mind and via Loco Gringo.
I love snorkeling HMB and Akumal Bay, and visiting with the wonderful Riviera Mayan people. The are the friendliest people on earth.
Can't beat a Lol Ha Margarita! A cold Sol in the heat of the afternoon is good too!
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RE: Introductions please - 1/14/2005 2:04:03 PM
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Lazaro
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Lazaro aka Laz
Wisconsin
1st time this May
It will be snorkeling, frying on the beach, and exploring (ruins, cenotes, local bars & restaurants)
Favorite Vacation drink is Booze!
Adios!
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RE: Introductions please - 1/14/2005 2:16:24 PM
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bda
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Hey there!
1. LG - bda - Brenda
2. I live in Weyburn Saskatchewan Canada
3. This was my second trip to the Mayan Riviera
4. lying on the beach
5. Strawberry daquiris
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RE: Introductions please - 1/14/2005 2:21:11 PM
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Rose
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Hola Kevin
Rose = Rose (by any other name)
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
One trip November 2004. Would like to go back in May or June, if possible
Just love being there and letting each day unfold without too much planning. Of course, sunrise over HMB
Pina Colada at La Buena Vida
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RE: Introductions please - 1/14/2005 2:21:28 PM
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venom80
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Dustin
estevan, saskatchewan, canada
havent been yet but we leave 02/17/2005 we come back on 03/03/2005
very excited
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RE: Introductions please - 1/14/2005 2:24:30 PM
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Lazaro
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Hey Rose,
I have family in Toronto. I think in Missassauga(sp)? Cousin played on Youth Canadian Basketball team. Went to Ohio St. for BB and now is in Europe.
Adios!
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"You're right. You're always right about everything.
We always agree with your expertise on every matter.
Thanks again for your wonderful comments.
I look forward to all your posts. ." -The Hawk
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RE: Introductions please - 1/14/2005 2:27:21 PM
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OK
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1. Olivier Kunckler aka OK.
2. Toledo, OH pearl of the rustbelt.
3. Been going to Mexico since 1991 -- various parts, but Akumal is my favorite. Probably June/July.
4. Scubadiving. Xaac, in particular is fantastic (could live down there). Or a night stroll on a Tulum beach with my wife and number 5 below.
5. Herradura Añejo.
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RE: Introductions please - 1/14/2005 2:30:28 PM
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sherry
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From: Santa Cruz, Ca.
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1. Sherry (&Jeff)
2. Santa Cruz, CA
3. 7 to Riviera Maya, about 35 to Mexico, returning in 7 days!!!!!
4. bum on the beach, snorkling
5. Virgin pina coladas
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Introductions please - 
going back in late Feb 
Every Day thru LocoGringo!
