From the sublime to the ridiculous and from the mundane to the special, scenes around Oaxaca frequently bring a smile.
I miss this when I’m not here.
Scenes from around town
August 17, 2026 by spixl
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View From Casita Colibrí 
I can see why you miss this!
The Street-sweeper broom!
There’s something special about this place!
The repetitive morning sounds always make me smile as I drink coffee. The ringing of church bells. The clanging warning of the impending arrival of the garbage truck. The mooing of the gas truck.
The soundtrack of life in Oaxaca!
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I am psyched to be there! I’ll be staying with Craig and Jorge at the Red Tree House from October 30 through November 4th. I am so glad you got to meet them…two of the good ones!
You will love it! Wish I could be here. Hopefully, there will be a “next time.” In the meantime, see you and Sue in a couple of weeks.