February 27 - Day 27

Dream
I had the weirdest dream! I dreamt that Charles Hetzel told me that Nicole Kidman and John Malkovich died. I was also at some Hewitt meeting, and Mary Hazen was there, and some guy from Funjet was the client. Maybe it was the coconut that I ate. (Or, maybe it had to do with the fact that the streets were so loud this morning and they started consructions right underneath me at 6:00 a.m.)

Work
As usual, I did a little work before heading out.

Anna
Anna pinched my cheeks and said "crema, crema!" I told her that I have been doing that. I bought some very thick cream with turtle oil in it.

Mechanic
As I headed out, the skinny Mechanic waved his hand up in the air, like "don't forget about me!" LOL

Nativo
I wanted to get my last smoothie from Nativo this morning. I ordered the same concoction as yesterday, but when I went to pay, the girl wouldn't take my Pesos, 'cuz the corner was funny. HELLLO!....Someone in Mexico gave it to me that way. I did have others, but that was not the point. If they gave it to me, then they should take it. In the U.S. we take their money whether it's ripped, washed, written on, etc. I walked out without my drink!

Nice way to end my trip! Argggh!

Carnival
I cut through Wal-Mart's parking lot because they were getting ready for carnival starting tonight, and running through the next few days.

Someone pulled up right behind me and honked their horn. It scared the heck out of me, plus I knew that I wasn't in the way. It was Jimeer! I think he follows me around. Anyhow, I rambled on about the incident at Nativo, and I shoed him the $50 Pesos, that I gave her, so he swapped it out for me.

100% Natural
I went to 100% Natural for breakfast on 5th Avenue. They serve all healthy food in an outdoor garden atmosphere. I had the Strawberry, Banana Yogurt Smoothie and Oatmeal with Apple, Banana, Sunflower Seeds, and Raisins. I said no nuts, but guess how it came out? I sent it back, but was very concerned that they were going to just pick them off even though I told him that they couldn't. He seemed like he understood when I told him to begin with, and I even pointed to it on the menu, and he repeated it. Well, I took a Benadryl afterwards just in case, but I was okay.

Joyeria
The Joyeria was bringing me some beaded necklaces today, so I went to check them out, but they said to come back at noon.

Mucho Callor
It was unbelievably hot here today. Just a little bit of walking is exhausting. It's like the day that Bryn arrived (or worse).

La Playa
I didn't want to get sun, but wanted to walk the beach again. I put tons of SPF on my lips and walked around a bit. The water looked darker, almost like there's going to be a storm.

Back to the Joyeria
I walked back, and bought some more necklaces. The ladies love me there!

Urban Suites
I walked back to the condo to put the jewelry away. When I opened the gate, a man (around my parent's age) was sitting on the floor with his laptop trying to connect. Anna still gave him the old server name (although she never even told me that it changed!). So, he came up to the condo with me, and I set him up. He was so happy because he was trying all different locations. Just like what happened to me.

Taxi
Because it was so hot out, and I already made the walk back to the condo, I took a taxi back to town (it was only $20 Pesos).

Maya Inn
I took advantage of Mario's offer to use the pool at the Maya Inn on Avenida 10 y Calle 10. It's a small hotel, with a small, intimate pool (I was the only one using it). I cooled off and finished my book. Yeah! Mario told me that I should have come sooner because he liked the viw. Oh, boy!

It was pretty shaded there, and when I ran out to get a snack, I realized just how much. It was still sweltering out!

Mario wanted me to have a drink with him later, but I declined because I already have plans.

5th Avenue
I wanted to walk down 5th Avenue again on my way back to the condo since I leave early tomorrow. Then, I walked my usual route back on Calle 4.

Princess
That's what I named the skittish dog. She is so sweet, and now she's in heat! It's just awful. I hope she doesn't have puppies. The poor thing is going to be screwed (literally) if Baloo comes around, and he's a huge Rottweiler! I can't imagine what those puppies will look like.

Joyeria
I stopped and gave the older lady my book so that she could practice her English.

Urban Suites
I came back to cool off, unwind, and get ready for dinner. I also needed to evaluate my packing, and finalize some work.

Carnival
I hadn't heard from Annemarie yet, so I went out to the Carnival near the Wal-Mart. Their were a few clothes vendors, and some candy vendors, and people selling general junk.

I bought a top, but that was it. Then, Annemarie called me and said she'd pick me up at Wal-Mart.

Jorge
We parked near Jorge's store, and stopped in to pay him a visit. He couldn't leave the store till 8:30 p.m., and Mikayla was working out.

El Patio Restaurant at La Tortuga Hotel
Annemarie suggested Rolandi's, but since I just ate their last night, we decided to try something different. Not that I would have minded because Rolandi's is great.

I passed by this restaurant last night, and one of their salads really caught my eye. Also, their Rib Eye was a really good deal. Jorge said that it was a good restaurant, so we decided to try it.

We sat outside, but didn't realize that they also have cute tables set up poolside inside the hotel as well. It's very cute.

Last night the restaurant was empty and they were begging for guests. Tonight it was booming! It was so buys, so service was not the greatest, but the steaks were very good. The also give you Hummus as a starter. Although service was a bit sketchy, my guess is that it was an off night because they were extremely busy. Everyone's food looked delicious as I made my way to the bano.

We werent' that impressed with their crepes for dessert, however. I think I've become a Crepe Afficionado, so I can say that. They had a hint of lemon flavor, and they were not very warm. Could be that they didn't bring them to us in time either. They didn't bring our coffe till after we had eaten our dessert. All in all, I would try this restaurant again.

Alfonso
Alfonso was hungry because he just returned from working in Cancun. Annemarie and I ran to the pizza place across the street to get him some pizza. I bet that everyone thought that we were pigs!

Urban Suites
Annemarie dropped me off at the condo for my early flight back. Although, I really wanted to go back to Carnival. LOL I told her that she could drop me off and I would walk the rest of the way, but I didn't want to be rude. She said that I should come back soon and stay for 3-6 months.

The party is going strong. It's not like I'm going to sleep much anyhow. I can hear the booming music and festivities taking place. Anna is taking me to the airport at 4:00 a.m.

Dear Harley
Harley, mommy is coming home to see you, my old girl. Hang in there, and don't be mad at me either. Annemarie said that I should bring you here, but you are just too old, and I wouldn't put you through the airplane ride. I can't wait to snuggle with you! :)

Buenas Noches!