May 1, 2015 Theme Day-REVOLUTION OF FIREARMS

I think that Zapata would have been surprised to see the REVOLUTION of weaponry over the years and would undoubtedly been delighted to have had these firearms during the Mexican REVOLUTIONS.

To see how other City Daily Photo bloggers from around the world has interpreted this month's theme, go here.

¡Adiós!

--What I will miss in Mazatlán--

This is my last Mazatlán post.
I am back home
Come visit my St Paul blog 

http://visualstpaul.blogspot.com

Great Car!

My kind of Car!

The owners of this car obviously own the "Forever Boutique" in both El Centro and Soriana, parked in the garage of their casa when I saw it.

I am back in St. Paul, and will stop posting for Mazatlán tomorrow.
I invite you to come visit my St. Paul blog now!

1892 Vita Sackville-West

More House Tour Scenes

Daylight Savings Time begins in the States.

Open Air Dining Room

Part of a liquor cabinet in a home owned by former residents of New Orleans.

Wardrobes

 Earlier I introduced you to Susana,  a Mexican artist, who opened her house/studio to the house tour.  From her home in El Centro we visited 3 rather outstanding homes in El Cid in the Golden Zone.  I was most impressed 
with Señor and Señora's closets, a small section I have posted here.

Duos Chicas

Duos Chicas Coming Home from School. 

1475-Michelangelo

Malecon Closed to Traffic. . .Again!

Malecon is Closed
A Mazatlán  Triathlon
Athletic Riders

Three Employees

 Three Special People

¡Buenos Días, Senora!

Ready with a smile

Susana, Artist and Teacher

A few days ago I went on a house tour, which is always fun and well-organized, a benefit that gives financial help to many different groups.  One casa we visited is the home of Susana, located in Centro Histórico.  Even without a common language it was clear to me that this artist, who gives workshops, is a very special and vibrant woman.

Renovated House

Years ago when I last saw this house it was a dingy gray, the yard was filled with garbage, shutters were missing or broken so it was a great and pleasant surprise the see the wonderful renovation.

Theme Day, March, 2015-Aging

Matazlán has a mixture of buildings in El Centro, the old part at of the city.  Next to some stunningly homes, there are aging structures that need a lot of TLC. Tomorrow I will show you one of the more attractive renovated structures.

Click here to see how other CDP bloggers have interpreted the "aging" theme for this month.

Camera Critters-Cats

Two very different temperaments and approaches to life!! 

Linking to Camera Critters

Tio's Shop

While walking down Constitutíon I stopped to talk to Tío Bruce who owns this auto/motor shop.  Interesting guy from South Dakota who found his home in Mazatlán about 13 years ago.  Unfotunately, my portrait of him did not turn out because of poor lighting.  But, what a shop with great colorful murals.

Food and Ambiance

 Good food and the ambiance to go with it!!

Strong, beautiful women!

About 10-12 years ago I met Susan and Jan who were instrumental in organizing volunteers to help animals in Mazatlán.  Their program to trap, neuter and release feral cats, for example has grown by leaps and bounds.  On Monday night I attended their well-organized annual benefit, BowWowMeow fundraiser,  to further assist the animals here.  A great time.  Great women!!

Another good restaurant!

Perhaps a Margarita would have been better with our mariscos?!

Playa Mazatlán Mural

Mural at Playa Mazatlán near its restaurant, a wonderful, scenic place to eat overlooking the ocean. Had a great Sunday brunch there with friends

Linking to Monday Murals

Aside:  I am having so much fun, I haven't had time to do much commenting; stick with me, tho!!

Ready for the Parade?

Getting ready to board their float for the Carnaval parade.

¡Well, Hola!

Peeking out the window as we strolled past the casa.

Linking to Camera Critters

Carnaval Lovelies!

Never at a loss
For lovely looking women
All are beautiful!

Old Proverb?

Rico's Coffee Shop has great t-shirts

Wearing a Hat

It's always good to wear a hat in the hot sun!