Where Is the Time Going?

The weather continues to be beautiful here, and each day we check out the weather for Yakima and the mountain passes! Yikes! How can we possibly leave this place?

Today we huffed and puffed up the hill to a part of the city we have been

to only by taxi. It is a steep climb, but provides a very impressive view of the city. Just to think that a month ago I was challenged to walk around our block at home after my surgery. Now we walk 3 to 4 miles per day, much of it on hilly terrain. It has been so good for us. Frank

points out there are many watering holes along the way, however. (But in truth, I can never get him to stop walking!)

This weekend is the beginning of a huge arts and crafts show in the central Jardin, with many booths showing their handicrafts. The display will continue through Thanksgiving weekend.

November 20 was Mexico´s Dia de la Revolucion. This day

commemorates the day that the

Spanish dictator Diaz was overthrown. Thursday the littlest children were parading in colorful costumes, and Friday it was the

older children´s turn, with bands, dancing, and more. Both parades were fun to watch, and went on for hours. The entire town celebrated.

This evening we are attending a concert presented by women from Israel. They are a string quartet, and one plays a priceless Stradivarius cello. Everyday there are several opportunities

for concerts, art shows, and more. Next week we plan to see a Gypsy guitar performance.

Monday we will travel to Dolores Hidalgo by bus. This is the home of many artists who produce the gorgeous talavera pottery. Should be fun.

Soon we will be down to our last week here. Our routine varies little each day, as we sleep in until nearly 8 a.m. (We tell ourselves it is just 6 in Yakima, so it is okay!)

Keep warm!

Gayle y Pancho