So now if you happen to be in Colima, Colima, Mexico and need a place to stay you can go to 79 A, Francissco Villa. Ring the bell and either Leah or I will let you in. Roberta called the new apartment a regular "club med", I wouldn't go that far, but it is really nice.
We spent all day looking and (Leah) asking the shop keepers and corner store owners about apartments for rent. Little known to gringos, asking shop keepers is better than checking newspapers. We managed to find this sweet place next to the river, off of any main streets, in the second story with a view of the volcanoes and a ladder to the roof. We had to find a place that was furnished, right? But not just for the bed, in Mexico an unfurnished apartment does not come with a fridge or a stove.
We now have a double bed, a futon, a four burner stove, a shower with mostly hot water, running water, a fridge capable of making ice, a big living room perfect for yoga, a couple chairs, a tv and a DVD player, a table and a high chair. It is really nice. Below our apartment is a big court yard used for secure parking and parties, there is a karoke machine and some awesome speakers. I want to get some chickens. Like I was saying about needing a place to stay, come on by, we can put you up.
The apartment we are renting does not have a contract, we can leave after Janruary if we want, or we can pay for another month. Our thinking about renting is to have one place to be for a while. Sink into the town and get involved at the orphanage, start taking Spanish classes, make new friends, go to parties. The thought of renting a place is a financially motivated decision as well. Not being on the road and having a kitchen and a fridge is a huge help in cutting down the cost of living, we hope. We'll see. We have gone from a twenty dollars a day food budget to a five dollars a day food budget. I hope it works to be here a while and get to know Mexican culture more completely than we have so far... if nothing else, hanging out with Rodrigo's Grandparents is awesome. And Roberta and Ken are great. Plus there is Julio who works the swank coffee bar. And my Spanish seems to be improving the more Bob Esponga I watch...
2 comments:
Did I mention insane jealousness on my part? Iiiii want to fall in love with a biking hottie and move to Mehico. Rrromantic, with a rolled r.
That's funny to think that a vagabond life is more expensive than the apartmented sort. DVD player? Four burners? Karaoke?? You have more stuff than I do!
How long do you think you'll stay? Maybe I'll come over. I love your blog, btw. Yes, someone reads it besides your parents!
hey jack! it's jillian! My boyfriend and i are coming to mexico on january 2nd and i just found out you are in colima! It was part of the plan to stop in and i would love to see you and leah in your new spot (hopefully you'll still be there). You guys are awesome awesome awesome! if y'all are still there email me or i will maybe just try and find you. my email:jbeansk8r@hotmail.com.
take care.
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