The View From La Puerta Trasera

On Settling In Returning to the island after a 6 month absence is always an adventure. Things can change quickly here making ...

It has been a long time since I have blogged, partly because the newness of island life has worn off and many oddities have become sort...

Many of you have asked us what kind of medical care is available here on this island. Thankfully, we have not had any serious health issues,...

Yesterday was Leidy's 14th birthday. She's growing up! I asked her if she would like to have a birthday party at Ms. Susan'...

Julissa sporting her new glasses We had only 3 things on our to-do-list for today: get Julissa's transcript, grocery shop, Spanis...

Just exactly what have we been doing? The kids are still out of school on their long winter break. Karla and Leidy are always wanting ...

The sunsets have been spectacular! I think I may have settled into deep relaxation mode, that or laziness, given the lack of bloggin...