Life in Mexico is all about convenience. If you just need and/or only have the money for a roll of toilet paper, you can buy just one roll. And the best part is that it doesn’t cost any more than… «more»
People often ask me, why with all the poverty that we see in Mexico, do we spend our time and money on the animals of the streets? The answer is quite simple, while we do support many people, there are… «more»
This morning, for the first time this year, the teacher asked me (and the other parents) to help out with the morning activity. I was so excited. Excited to see what actually goes on at a Mexican school. Not that… «more»
Over the past nine years, a lot of animals have passed through the doors of The Zoo. People call us “The Zoo” for a reason. While many came and went, three family members that have remained the same are; Aries… «more»
Over the past 10 years of living in Mexico*, I would consider my day to be a success if I had a shower or managed to sweep the floor. Yes, that’s what success looks like in Mexico. So, you can… «more»
On Thursday, we’ll have been in Mexico for four weeks. Four. It seems like only yesterday that we were getting ready for our 5,000 km road trip. Just this morning, Ed and I were talking about the psychology behind “how… «more»
Three weeks ago we arrived safe and sound in San Cristobal de las Casas, Chiapas, Mexico and according to schedule* (unlike two years ago). What greeted us when we arrived was not what we expected. Not even close. But, I’ll… «more»
If I asked you to name one food that is synonymous with Mexican cuisine, what would it be? Would you say this part of the pig or maybe this part? For me, it would have to be Tacos. Make that… «more»
It’s almost time for The Zoo to begin our annual road trip to Mexico. Our journey will have us cover 5,000 kilometres, over four days and touch three countries. We will be gone until sometime in April. The first leg… «more»
Every year for the past five years, Nanna, Poppa, Uncle Andrew and The Zoo gather for a Family Tradition in Algonquin Park. For five nights, we brave drafty cabins, night visitors (think mice, bats and bears) and toilets that are… «more»