tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post516616555721591587..comments2024-03-28T01:19:35.439-04:00Comments on Travel with Kevin and Ruth: Change of plansKevin Readhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05795747155781311686noreply@blogger.comBlogger43125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post-85219352335252725802020-03-26T13:57:17.824-04:002020-03-26T13:57:17.824-04:00Thank you very much, we will do our best to do jus...Thank you very much, we will do our best to do just that. :-)Ruthhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18136052866820208847noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post-86015861816460790382020-03-25T15:13:30.210-04:002020-03-25T15:13:30.210-04:00Hope you all stay healthy and safe. Good luck.
Hope you all stay healthy and safe. Good luck.<br />Momohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16350183099679164860noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post-29936959510067617572020-03-25T09:27:07.727-04:002020-03-25T09:27:07.727-04:00We think it is the right decision as well. We know...We think it is the right decision as well. We know we have a good spot to hunker down along with great weather, whereas back up in the US, there is just too much unknowns and less places to park up that are away from people.<br /><br />We think the virus is spreading less here for several reasons, one the weather, two because people spend way more time outside rather than inside and three, they aren't big travelers. Having said that, it is also possible that the reporting of numbers isn't totally accurate but that could be said for Canada and the US as well as there are so many people who could have it and never know it. And, we think the government here got a much quicker jump on the virus than they did in a number of other countries. We are closely monitoring the situation and if we feel the need then we can make the border crossing in a comfortable day's drive.Ruthhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18136052866820208847noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post-47472898668014932182020-03-24T14:19:35.210-04:002020-03-24T14:19:35.210-04:00I think your decision to stay put in Mexico for th...I think your decision to stay put in Mexico for the time being is the right decision. From all appearances the virus is moving slower in Mexico (perhaps because of the weather?) and the government does seem to have a handle on it. Stay safe.Crofthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17634815881045387152noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post-25297710380938289432020-03-24T13:33:12.757-04:002020-03-24T13:33:12.757-04:00We really think that we have weighed the odds and ...We really think that we have weighed the odds and feel we are safer at least at the moment sitting tight where we are and just keeping to ourselves where we luckily have a nice private walking path and lots of private areas where we can sit out as a group and not be near other people.<br /><br />Mexico is taking great care to stay ahead of the virus and so far everyone understands what is happening and they are being calm and orderly about the whole situation. We highly doubt that they would have any kind of upheaval that Equator had as this is a totally different kind of situation.<br /><br />For the moment we are taking every day as it comes and if the situation warrants it, they we will make a run straight to the border. Thank you for your concern, we appreciate it. :-)Ruthhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18136052866820208847noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post-86117170900649634452020-03-23T11:12:20.997-04:002020-03-23T11:12:20.997-04:00I have been following along for some time now and ...I have been following along for some time now and I know you are seasoned travelers. Way beter then the avraage that's for sure. I did not realize you were that close to the boarder. The reason most of us stress that you need to get home is because, one we are not there and the news will scare you. Second is because we are also aware that things can get crazier in countries like Mexico a lot faster then the States and Canada. I just remember what recently happened in Equator. The fuel price thing and overnight the citizens shut the country off from all travel, boom just like that. I would not want to be in a place where I felt stuck because the citizens protested or started road blocks because they did not like what the government did or told them to do. Sound like you have thought this through. Safe travels. chrishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17190587133431712847noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post-31720726528531957752020-03-23T10:55:20.443-04:002020-03-23T10:55:20.443-04:00Yes, you are totally right and everyone in the gro...Yes, you are totally right and everyone in the group realizes this but at this very moment we feel much safer here, plus we have access to food and supplies. We are only a day's drive to the border so if things start to head downhill we can make a quick drive there. We honestly feel that we can we can stay away from people here as easily as we can back in the US. The group is staying well informed of what is happening both here in Mexico and also back in the US and Canada and each day we calmly sit down and discuss our options and how everyone feels before we make a decision as to what our next move will be. We aren't heading into this blind or being lackadaisical about this situation, we are being calm and logical about it.Ruthhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18136052866820208847noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post-66494428909239024252020-03-23T10:42:18.347-04:002020-03-23T10:42:18.347-04:00We don't think we have a "cavalier" ...We don't think we have a "cavalier" attitude to this situation at all, I am sorry that you think this is the way we feel! Our group is made up of very intelligent people and each day at happy hour we sit down and discuss how everyone feels and what our next step should be for the following day. We are very logical about the whole process and we fact check everything that we hear or read so that we are making what we think are very informed choices. At the moment we feel staying in Mexico for a little longer is our best option considering all the craziness that is going on in the US. At the moment no one knows which choice is the best choice as to what the near future holds but at least here in Mexico we can still get food and supplies and we are only a day's drive to the border if we need to make a quick crossing.Ruthhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18136052866820208847noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post-58862177932317452872020-03-23T10:34:46.104-04:002020-03-23T10:34:46.104-04:00Kent and Monica, you are totally right and wipes a...Kent and Monica, you are totally right and wipes are something that we rarely if ever buy anyways so no worries there.<br />Ruthhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18136052866820208847noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post-35353287333177992462020-03-23T08:53:03.868-04:002020-03-23T08:53:03.868-04:00My two cents is Mexico could turn out just like th...My two cents is Mexico could turn out just like the USA and Canada, over night the government changes it's mind of the severity of this and people panic buy. We left town last weekend (before) the call to "stay in place" for a off-road trip. We get home and all the stores cleaned out. In one weekend everyone panic horded all the food and supplies. So weather this Virus is going to kill everyone or not is not my concern its how everyone is freaking out buying all the food. If Mexico does what the other countries are doing the food will become our biggest concern. I think we are all just as safe wherever we are at it's the people I worry about. Be safe, I read the Virus showed up in Mexico from some well off Mexicans returning home from vacationing in Colorado at some event that is very popular with lots of other countries. I live in Los Angeles area and they have us on total lock down in California. Went to the bank on Saturday and lots of people still out and about, later on I see this notice they are going to start really cracking down. All camp grounds closed now. I hope Mexicans have a cool head and the supply chain is not affected the same way we are seeing. chrishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17190587133431712847noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post-36589303815748203352020-03-22T17:18:44.785-04:002020-03-22T17:18:44.785-04:00Keep in mind that "flushable wipes" are ...Keep in mind that "flushable wipes" are NOT flushable.Kent and Monicahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15430468094994049924noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post-30835832437781905792020-03-22T15:03:45.630-04:002020-03-22T15:03:45.630-04:00Perhaps the Mexican government is more on top of t...Perhaps the Mexican government is more on top of this crisis than our American government, but I have to agree with Lynn about the seriousness of this. If you can reach out to the Canadian embassy and ask their best advice, I would do so. We have been basically locked down for nine days, and it is not easy. We would all prefer to be traveling and exploring, but that would put ourselves and others at risk. Please reconsider your (at least to your readers) rather cavalier attitude to this unprecedented crisis. Personal safety is the most important. Stay well.LizWhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18233299074012316644noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post-56779046023277513322020-03-22T13:58:00.695-04:002020-03-22T13:58:00.695-04:00True, but only in some situations. Our group is fi...True, but only in some situations. Our group is fine.Kevin Readhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05795747155781311686noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post-36304598829909633682020-03-22T11:58:41.130-04:002020-03-22T11:58:41.130-04:00Many Canadians I know were told by their insurance...Many Canadians I know were told by their insurance carriers to return by March 23 or not be covered any longer, hope this doesn't pertain to any of your travelers.heyduke50https://www.blogger.com/profile/14927304490275027002noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post-36721969152290961972020-03-22T10:30:18.822-04:002020-03-22T10:30:18.822-04:00I think only one picture shows a fire and that is ...I think only one picture shows a fire and that is pretty typical of Mexico. Having said that we did drive through sugarcane country here and when it is ready for harvesting they normally go in and burn the field to get rid of snakes and spiders before the workers go in to cut it all down. It was also a very hazy day from the heat and humidity so it looks quite smokey but it really wasn't.<br /><br />Surprisingly enough, everyone that we have heard from that has crossed the border has said that they haven't had any issues and that the border haven't been crazy busy or taken any longer than normal. I guess maybe it might be different at different crossings, I guess only time will tell.<br /><br />We are constantly going back and forth on whether to stay or to go, sort of like jumping from the pot into the frying pan. It is a very uncertain world out there at the moment and it is hard to know whether we are making the right decision or not.Ruthhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18136052866820208847noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post-26488484974079971382020-03-22T10:16:25.747-04:002020-03-22T10:16:25.747-04:00We really aren't looking forward to all this m...We really aren't looking forward to all this mayhem that is happening north of the border, it will definitely seems like a new and different world to us.<br /><br />Glad that you made it back home safe and sound.Ruthhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18136052866820208847noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post-71194056244783001072020-03-22T10:14:44.263-04:002020-03-22T10:14:44.263-04:00The world has gone crazy!!!! yes, we will stock up...The world has gone crazy!!!! yes, we will stock up on the things that we are allowed to bring across the border, produce will have to be bought in the USA.Ruthhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18136052866820208847noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post-6203942903019051382020-03-22T10:12:26.866-04:002020-03-22T10:12:26.866-04:00Yes, that will certainly make Sherman happy and ou...Yes, that will certainly make Sherman happy and our pocketbooks! :-)Ruthhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18136052866820208847noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post-6749054934082542152020-03-22T10:11:49.823-04:002020-03-22T10:11:49.823-04:00Reading this, really makes us just want to stay pu...Reading this, really makes us just want to stay put here in Mexico!Ruthhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18136052866820208847noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post-86703374955802302302020-03-22T10:09:27.489-04:002020-03-22T10:09:27.489-04:00Yes, it was definitely a long day for us but it wo...Yes, it was definitely a long day for us but it worked out for the best. Things are a little inconvenient right now and as you say that is to be expected at the moment but it is a good thing we don't get in a flap about stuff and we are flexible and can adjust our schedule accordingly. Ruthhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18136052866820208847noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post-19585046862174678402020-03-22T10:04:31.220-04:002020-03-22T10:04:31.220-04:00They are being cautious here in Matehuala as well....They are being cautious here in Matehuala as well. Went into Walmart yesterday and they were wiping down each and every grocery cart and then making you use hand sanitizer before you head off to do your shopping.<br /><br />Looks like we will probably be crossing almost a week before you. Hope your drive goes well.<br /><br />It is the same with us a Cabri, the park isn't scheduled to open until the long weekend in May so a lot can change before then.Ruthhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18136052866820208847noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post-4868149477099914442020-03-22T09:59:49.897-04:002020-03-22T09:59:49.897-04:00It is a shame about the Monte Sur Resort, we were ...It is a shame about the Monte Sur Resort, we were going to ask you about that. I am sure we will be good. Looking forward to seeing you both in Saltillo in a few days.Ruthhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18136052866820208847noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post-42851023091922683792020-03-21T21:08:04.186-04:002020-03-21T21:08:04.186-04:00Probably not logical but depends on where you migh...Probably not logical but depends on where you might want to be for what could be an unknown length of time -- maybe as long as several months. Hope the folks in Mexico are able to avoid the horror that is happening in Italy. Hope you all stay healthy and keep posting so we here north of the border get to read them. Take care.<br />Lynn in Kingston NYhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12584011137936173142noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post-27739513582395910372020-03-21T20:38:29.889-04:002020-03-21T20:38:29.889-04:00Believe it or not, we were getting ready to offer ...Believe it or not, we were getting ready to offer you a stop at the resort Monte Sur but we received notice that it is now closed. Then we thought about the lake here at the house. Shut down. You can always park on our road with all the rigs, and we have a place for two or three small ones.living.boondockingmexicohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17157433834193440923noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post-41675155744770174582020-03-21T18:20:34.551-04:002020-03-21T18:20:34.551-04:00So on the one hand you're telling us we should...So on the one hand you're telling us we should be heading north, while at the same time telling us how bad it is there? Doesn't seem very logical to me!Kevin Readhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05795747155781311686noreply@blogger.com