My bird of paradise

To me, a Bird of paradise flower says “the tropics”. Ever since I saw them in Hawaii, I always thought it would be very cool to have a bird of paradise flower in my yard.

Two years ago we purchased a bird of paradise plant for our yard here in Mexico. I have faithfully watered it and nurtured it with love. In two years it had not produced even one flower.

Today I am happy to tell you that my bird of paradise plant has its first bloom! I share my happiness with you! I guess some things are just worth waiting for.

Enjoy the Adventure! Suzanne

Suzanne Marie Bandick
Live your Dreams Life Coach

P.S. My book: Only in Mexico You Say? The Humorous Side of Living in Mexico is available now on my site http://www.onlyinmexicoyousay.com/

Would you like help to visit or live in Mexico? Visit http://www.liveyourdreamscoaching.com/

Are you looking for a way to earn money so you can live in Mexico? I found a book with online business ideas!

Would you like to own property in paradise for only $40,000? This is my husband's development in Bacalar, Mexico http://www.losflamboyanesbacalar.com/. We are planning a house there.

My husband's Playa del Carmen Real Estate office – One Stop Real Estate, Playa del Carmen, Mexico

Barracuda in Mexico

Look out hubby - there is a new fisherman in town!

We went out to the Sian Ka’an reserve again on Sunday for Father’s Day and our 16 year old son tried fishing for the first time – you know to keep his dad company.

He caught a 4 ft long barracuda!

Happy Father’s Day Dad!

Enjoy the Adventure! Suzanne

Suzanne Marie Bandick
Live your Dreams Life Coach

P.S. My book: Only in Mexico You Say? The Humorous Side of Living in Mexico is available now on my site http://www.onlyinmexicoyousay.com/

Would you like help to visit or live in Mexico? Visit http://www.liveyourdreamscoaching.com/

Would you like to own property in paradise for only $40,000? This is my husband's development in Bacalar, Mexico http://www.losflamboyanesbacalar.com/. We are planning a house there.

My husband's Playa del Carmen Real Estate office – One Stop Real Estate, Playa del Carmen, Mexico

Fishing in Mexico

My husband went salt water fishing in the Sian Ka’an reserve just south of Tulum on Sunday. He has recently retaken this sport up as a hobby here in Mexico.

He tells a great story of starting the morning by hooking a barracuda that later got away by managing to bite the line past his leader - but he did land a jack fish.

It turns out jack fish is a red meat - surprised me! He filleted it and then barbequed it in foil and it was okay eating but I took the leftovers of it yesterday and made what I’ll call a jack fish pate and it became fantastic.

In case you ever catch a jack fish I’ll give you the recipe. I put the cooked fish in the food processer and pureed it with seasoning salt, lime, Worcestershire, fresh onion and some cheese soup! Now that was delicious. You can serve it warm or cold on crackers or toast.

He can now bring home a jack fish anytime!

Enjoy the Adventure! Suzanne

Suzanne Marie Bandick

Live your Dreams Life Coach

P.S. My book: Only in Mexico You Say? The Humorous Side of Living in Mexico is available now on my site http://www.onlyinmexicoyousay.com/

Would you like help to visit or live in Mexico? Visit http://www.liveyourdreamscoaching.com/

Would you like to own property in paradise for only $40,000? This is my husband's development in Bacalar, Mexico http://www.losflamboyanesbacalar.com/. We are planning a house there.

My husband's Playa del Carmen Real Estate office – One Stop Real Estate, Playa del Carmen, Mexico

Our wonderful Mexican weekend

Today I’ll share a bit of my marvelous weekend spent at home in Playa del Carmen, Mexico. A lot of people ask me what it is like to live in Mexico – here is an idea of what we do with ourselves.

Friday night we went out for a great dinner with some friends (this easy to do often here as eating out can be quite reasonable). We started by sharing shrimp empanadas, guacamole and salsa; then I proceeded to enjoy a magnificent feast of shrimp sautéed in garlic served with rice and steamed veggies. It was a very fine meal! We came back to our house for banana cream pie (yes, that bananas are ripe in our yard again) and to enjoy sitting in the garden for more visiting.

Saturday was another of our son’s American Football games after which we needed a dip in the pool as it was so hot! I have no idea how these kids can play in this heat! In the evening we headed to Mamita’s beach for a free Gino Vannelli concert held under the stars. I think all music sounds pretty good from a lounge chair on the beach but wow what an event! As with all Mamita’s concerts they set up a huge stage complete with screens, lights, and big sound. We were surprised by a few sand crabs trying to find their way between all the people. We figured out what was going on as people shone their cell phones to light the sand. I was happy to be in a chair as I may have been more than startled if one ran over my hand!

Sunday my hubby, Shawn went fishing (details and picture of that tomorrow) and I took advantage of a cooler morning and baked. The evening was a fish BBQ at home and a movie at the local theatre (also reasonable as full weekend price is only $50 pesos – about $5 USD). The movie experience was completed with buttered popcorn, caramel popcorn, and nachos. Now you know why I do yoga to try and stay in some shape – we eat a lot!

Now I wonder what we will do with our week?

Enjoy the Adventure! Suzanne

Suzanne Marie Bandick
Live your Dreams Life Coach

P.S. My book: Only in Mexico You Say? The Humorous Side of Living in Mexico is available now on my site http://www.onlyinmexicoyousay.com/

Would you like help to visit or live in Mexico? Visit http://www.liveyourdreamscoaching.com/

Would you like to own property in paradise for only $40,000? This is my husband's development in Bacalar, Mexico http://www.losflamboyanesbacalar.com/. We are planning a house there.

My husband's Playa del Carmen Real Estate office – One Stop Real Estate, Playa del Carmen, Mexico

Living in a Mexican paradise

Tropical breezes, palm trees swaying, and the feeling of sand under my feet . . . I created those to be in my life. I said I desired them and I got them. I am feeling quite proud of myself.

I decided that I wanted to live in a tropical environment and fortunately my husband agreed. Within two years we were in Mexico with our kids. It fit all of our needs. We have a different culture, tropical weather, palm trees, friendly people and easy access to Canada by car or plane and at reasonable prices.

We will have been in Mexico for eight years come September of this year and we are still happy with our decision to live in Mexico. We have a great lifestyle; plus it’s different and we craved something different. We found ways to earn our living, new good friends, and a different way to look at things.

What do you desire for your life? Maybe take a good look and see if you feel it is indeed possible for you because that is exactly what we did. It turns out our dream was possible and livable for us. When you do the thing you really desire to do, you will never be in a position of wondering what if …

Did I mention that I can swim in the beautiful Caribbean ocean all year long? And I can sip a limonada under a palm tree with my feet in the sand … hmm …

Paradise can truly be wherever you live. I live in Mexico and I truly love this paradise.

Enjoy the Adventure! Suzanne

Suzanne Marie Bandick

Live your Dreams Life Coach

P.S. My book: Only in Mexico You Say? The Humorous Side of Living in Mexico is available now on my site http://www.onlyinmexicoyousay.com/

Would you like help to visit or live in Mexico? Visit http://www.liveyourdreamscoaching.com/

Would you like to own property in paradise for only $40,000? This is my husband's development in Bacalar, Mexico http://www.losflamboyanesbacalar.com/. We are planning a house there.

My husband's Playa del Carmen Real estate office Playa del Carmen Real Estate – One Stop Real Estate, Playa del Carmen, Mexico

Bacalar, Mexico Video

Some friends have created a short video showing the town of Bacalar, Mexico and the Los Flamboyanes project.

It's on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uTl0O13gKRw

Buy your piece of paradise now before the development actually starts to get the best price.

View the lots available here http://www.losflamboyanesbacalar.com/

They also offer commission to real estate agents and referral fees to individuals who desire to promote it. Contact me for more information.

I'm already planning my house ... the life coaching and wellness retreats I will hold in Bacalar ... my early morning yoga on the lake sessions .... and where my lounge chair will sit to relax and enjoy the beauty of nature. What can I say? It is a beautiful place.

Let me know if you are coming and I'll arrange to take you for a visit.

Enjoy the Adventure! Suzanne

Suzanne Marie Bandick
Live your Dreams Life Coach

P.S. My book: Only in Mexico You Say? The Humorous Side of Living in Mexico is available now on my site http://www.onlyinmexicoyousay.com/

Would you like help to visit or live in Mexico? Visit http://www.liveyourdreamscoaching.com/

Would you like to own property in paradise for only $40,000? This is my husband's development in Bacalar, Mexico http://www.losflamboyanesbacalar.com/. We are planning a house there.

My husband's Playa del Carmen Real estate office www.OneStopMc.com

Mexico - hot deals to visit!

Just found these hot deals for travel to Mexico posted in the New York Times.

http://travel.nytimes.com/2009/05/24/travel/24pracmex.html

Let me know if you end up in the Riviera Maya!

... And bring your swimsuit.

Enjoy the Adventure! Suzanne

Suzanne Marie Bandick
Live your Dreams Life Coach

P.S. My book: Only in Mexico You Say? The Humorous Side of Living in Mexico is available now on my site http://www.onlyinmexicoyousay.com/

Would you like help to visit or live in Mexico? Visit http://www.liveyourdreamscoaching.com/

Would you like to own property in paradise for only $40,000? This is my husband's development in Bacalar, Mexico http://www.losflamboyanesbacalar.com/. We are planning a house there.