Penasco on my mind

dirtsurfer

dirtsurfer

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I am wistful for:

early mornings on the beach drinking Cafe Combate
late evenings watching the sun go down with a Pacifico in my hand
barbecuing dinner on the beach with the sound of surf keeping me smiling
eating street tacos
surf fishing
riding quads or dirt bikes to El Golfo or Puerto Lobos

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mis2810

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Crossing into Sonoyta and automatically feeling like I'm coming home. The moment I step out of the car and feel the sea air and smell that "beach" smell. Walking into Super Ley to buy our provisions for the trip and the when the doors open the air conditioner fan blows down messing up my hair (not that I really care!). Sitting at the table at Pollo Lucas waiting for the best chicken EVER. Waking up at 3:00 in the morning and thinking, "is still too early to get up and drink coffee on the patio? How much longer do I have to wait?" Counting the lights to see how many shrimp boats are out on the water tonight. The first dip into my beautiful Sea of Cortez . . . love the feeling, taste of the salt. And so much more . . . .
 
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mis2810

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Spending the entire day on the beach, in and out of the water, the smell of sunscreen, then going inside to take a nice cold shower putting on pajamas and sitting on the patio with an ice cold Corona. Sitting on the patio, looking out and thinking, one day I won't have to "check out" and go back and wishing today was that day. Imagining how my life will be when I just have to run out to Super Ley for some milk and tortillas in the morning and then hopefully come back to my condo and start working at my computer on my desk in front of the window looking out at the beach. Feeling proud about driving around town and feeling more "at home" all the time. Bringing friends/family down for the first time and seeing the look of awe on their faces when they see just how wrong their pre-conceived ideas were about RP, and then being able to say, "I TOLD YOU SO!" - but at the same time feeling bad about letting our "secret" out a little more and hoping all these people won't change things too much, but knowing that change is inevitable anyway. Knowing that there are people on here, just like me, wishing and thinking about the same place.
 
El Gato

El Gato

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Driving down a sandy road and meeting new friends because I managed to get lost again. Running into old friends every time I go to the bank or the store. Enjoying shopping at Super Ley and being together with other people as we check out for the best avocados and tomatoes. Practicing my poor Spanish with the guy helping me put my groceries in the car. Waking up each morning to our fascinating Sea of Cortez and knowing each day is a blessing from God. Especially all of our friends here - each one special in our hearts.

Remembering the Penasco of my youth - the memories of old friends and old places. Seeing Penasco prosper.

Penasco roads remind me of Paul Harvey's 'Dirt Roads'. And I remember that my parents never met a Penasco dirt road that they didn't want to explore.

To me Penasco will always be a town of 'dirt roads' where people always had the time to stop and talk - that a stranger was just a friend you hadn't met yet.
 
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MIRAMAR

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Watching: dolphins playing in the water; pelicans flying by and casting shadows on the sand; blue heron catching fish early in the morning
 
tequilatodd

tequilatodd

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Have you been spying on me mis?
Your day sounds a lot like mine with the exception of waking up at 3am.
I have had few nights when I was just getting to bed. :wink:
But am probably getting too old for that. NAHHHHHH

mis2810 said:
Crossing into Sonoyta and automatically feeling like I'm coming home. The moment I step out of the car and feel the sea air and smell that "beach" smell. Walking into Super Ley to buy our provisions for the trip and the when the doors open the air conditioner fan blows down messing up my hair (not that I really care!). Sitting at the table at Pollo Lucas waiting for the best chicken EVER. Waking up at 3:00 in the morning and thinking, "is still too early to get up and drink coffee on the patio? How much longer do I have to wait?" Counting the lights to see how many shrimp boats are out on the water tonight. The first dip into my beautiful Sea of Cortez . . . love the feeling, taste of the salt. And so much more . . . .
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tequilatodd

tequilatodd

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mis2810 said:
Spending the entire day on the beach, in and out of the water, the smell of sunscreen, then going inside to take a nice cold shower putting on pajamas and sitting on the patio with an ice cold Corona. Sitting on the patio, looking out and thinking, one day I won't have to "check out" and go back and wishing today was that day. Imagining how my life will be when I just have to run out to Super Ley for some milk and tortillas in the morning and then hopefully come back to my condo and start working at my computer on my desk in front of the window looking out at the beach. Feeling proud about driving around town and feeling more "at home" all the time. Bringing friends/family down for the first time and seeing the look of awe on their faces when they see just how wrong their pre-conceived ideas were about RP, and then being able to say, "I TOLD YOU SO!" - but at the same time feeling bad about letting our "secret" out a little more and hoping all these people won't change things too much, but knowing that change is inevitable anyway. Knowing that there are people on here, just like me, wishing and thinking about the same place.
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AMEN TO THAT :cheers:
I need to get back again soon
 
mexicoruss

mexicoruss

Lovin it in RP!
I love waking up here each day. I love getting lost in the hood and finding my way home. I do that on purpose.

I gotta tell you, it happens more and more, until last Friday I hadn't been North of the border for almost 5 months. I actually had a bit of a stress attack when I crossed into AZ. I grew up in Phx, I like Phx, I hate driving in Phx. It stresses me out. I miss home so bad when I am up North, I can't wait to get back here. A calm rich life is better than a materially rich life any time. IMHO

alta tension (Medium).jpg This is the way I feel when I go North "High Tension"
 
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AZ Miguel

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mexicoruss said:
I love waking up here each day. I love getting lost in the hood and finding my way home. I do that on purpose.

I gotta tell you, it happens more and more, until last Friday I hadn't been North of the border for almost 5 months. I actually had a bit of a stress attack when I crossed into AZ. I grew up in Phx, I like Phx, I hate driving in Phx. It stresses me out. I miss home so bad when I am up North, I can't wait to get back here. A calm rich life is better than a materially rich life any time. IMHO

View attachment 6278 This is the way I feel when I go North "High Tension"
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Your comment sort of sounds derogatory , but I digress. If going north of the border gives you a stress attack.....don't go. Stick to what you know, stay within your comfort zone and all will be fine. (I apologize but your statement offended me):moon:
 
mexicoruss

mexicoruss

Lovin it in RP!
AZ Miguel said:
Your comment sort of sounds derogatory , but I digress. If going north of the border gives you a stress attack.....don't go. Stick to what you know, stay within your comfort zone and all will be fine. (I apologize but your statement offended me):moon:
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touche'
 
mexicoruss

mexicoruss

Lovin it in RP!
AZ Miguel said:
I thought you would get a kick out of that:thumbsup:
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You know what? I learn something every time I open my mouth. Having been here as long as I have I find myself at odds with others because I think different from them. When it offends, I apologize. I don't mean it. I used to hang out with the 5 dollar millionaires in Sedona where show was all the fashion ( oh look at my new car, oh look at my new golf clubs), living here I don't see that and am not part of that. When I have to go North I dread it because I don't fit in anymore.

Here's the difference. I HAVE to go to the North once in a while for family affairs ( I really don't want to). I HAVE to put up with the inconveniences that come with that ( I really don't want to). But...........

I still love waking up each morning with a list of small things I must do in a small dusty town on the edge of the sea of Cortes', it's my life and I love it!
 
tequilatodd

tequilatodd

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mexicoruss said:
I still love waking up each morning with a list of small things I must do in a small dusty town on the edge of the sea of Cortes', it's my life and I love it!
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One day I hope to wake up in the same way and fully enjoy life by the sea. Sound like a great life russ.
 
badfish

badfish

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I miss the smell of car exhaust and street tacos while driving through Sonoita and P.P. That smell always brings me back.

I miss stepping out of my truck and getting smacked in the face with the ocean breeze. Watching every one scatter to unpack while I crack open my first Dos Equis, sit on my ass and wait till the last minute to unpack (if ever).

Then I get inpatient and want to go to all the restaurants and vendors that I love. But I have to wait for every one else. By the second day I just disappear for a while. Then I show back up, get yelled at. Whatever.

I love the tide pools at the Mirador. Me, my son, and our dogs spend half a day down there every day we are down there.

I have loved the place since I was 7. I will love it when I am living down there part time at 77 and a local leather.

Cheers.
 
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