The ancient chapel in the middle of town remains secretive!continue reading Hiding in Plain Sight

Exactly what did cloistered Colonial-era nuns do all day? continue reading Life in a Cloister

San Miguel hosts the most complete fossil record due to the number of species already identified and thousands believed to be uncovered.continue reading Fossil-Hunting Here in San Miguel

San Miguel’s religious art is constantly changing in terms of style, content and location often traveling the world thanks to art thieves!continue reading Nothing is Sacred – Stolen Art

The processions for St. Paschal Baylon, patron of cooking, dancing, orchards and mole, have changed a bit over the centuries. Why?continue reading The Dancer in the Kitchen

Should you, or can you, buy land in an ejido?continue reading To Buy or Not to Buy?

San Miguel is dealing with an economic downturn combined with a drought, but it isn’t the first time the town has been at this rodeo.continue reading Drought and Depression – Is History Repeating?

The Addams Family is in Mexico’s cultural conscious for over half a century since its cancellation.  A feat any family, living or dead, can be proud of!continue reading They’re Creepy and They’re Kooky

Why do we not throw toilet paper in the toilet and should we?continue reading Aguas – Potty Humor and History

Bimbo announced the best first quarter in history.  During a pandemic folks simply can’t get enough of baked goods and snacks.continue reading Bimbo – The Not so Dumb Blonde