Debbie Cole
@liddledeeb.bsky.social
Democrat abroad who enjoys books, music, food, wine, travel, sports and life in Mexico.
We took a tour of the sacred Waipio Valley today. Access to the valley floor via the road is allowed for only Big Island residents and tour company operators and only in 4-wheel drive vehicles. It is the steepest road of its length in the US. What a beautiful day we had.
November 12, 2025 at 6:29 AM
We took a tour of the sacred Waipio Valley today. Access to the valley floor via the road is allowed for only Big Island residents and tour company operators and only in 4-wheel drive vehicles. It is the steepest road of its length in the US. What a beautiful day we had.
Just had to breathe for a few minutes and remind myself that everything’s going to be alright. It is, isn’t it?
November 10, 2025 at 4:30 AM
Just had to breathe for a few minutes and remind myself that everything’s going to be alright. It is, isn’t it?
Visited the Paleaku Gardens Peace Sanctuary today and we feel so centered. Here are a couple of photos.
November 7, 2025 at 2:11 AM
Visited the Paleaku Gardens Peace Sanctuary today and we feel so centered. Here are a couple of photos.
On our way out we were approached by two women in an SUV and informed that we were trespassing on private property. We told them that we were just leaving and admitted to ourselves that we are indeed scofflaws, but WTH? How is this site now on private property? It makes no sense. #livingintheUSA
November 4, 2025 at 4:28 AM
On our way out we were approached by two women in an SUV and informed that we were trespassing on private property. We told them that we were just leaving and admitted to ourselves that we are indeed scofflaws, but WTH? How is this site now on private property? It makes no sense. #livingintheUSA
Last night we attended this solo show at a local theater that is based on his real-life experiences growing up in a racist suburb in the Bay Area. This deeply personal story explored race, identity, and belonging with heart, humor, and insight. It was very thought provoking and we loved it.
October 26, 2025 at 5:55 PM
Last night we attended this solo show at a local theater that is based on his real-life experiences growing up in a racist suburb in the Bay Area. This deeply personal story explored race, identity, and belonging with heart, humor, and insight. It was very thought provoking and we loved it.
Has a much better ring to it, wouldn't you say?
October 25, 2025 at 1:47 AM
Has a much better ring to it, wouldn't you say?
One of the more whimsical costumes at the parade today
October 12, 2025 at 10:21 PM
One of the more whimsical costumes at the parade today
This seems like an overreaction...
But she should probably know that, unless the Niners are playing, I really only watch the Superbowl for the demonic halftime performances.
But she should probably know that, unless the Niners are playing, I really only watch the Superbowl for the demonic halftime performances.
October 6, 2025 at 10:29 PM
This seems like an overreaction...
But she should probably know that, unless the Niners are playing, I really only watch the Superbowl for the demonic halftime performances.
But she should probably know that, unless the Niners are playing, I really only watch the Superbowl for the demonic halftime performances.
Oysters as an appetizer and a view. From Zapopan to La Cañada. NFL gameday. #lifeinMexico
October 5, 2025 at 10:12 PM
Oysters as an appetizer and a view. From Zapopan to La Cañada. NFL gameday. #lifeinMexico
Me standing with Chicago
October 5, 2025 at 12:31 AM
Me standing with Chicago
Today is Mexican Independence Day (El Grito), a holiday which means workers start at their normal work time and work a half day (until 1 or 2 pm) and then stay up half the night celebrating by shooting off fireworks before getting up for a normal work day tomorrow. We'll be watching the double MNF.
September 15, 2025 at 4:07 PM
Today is Mexican Independence Day (El Grito), a holiday which means workers start at their normal work time and work a half day (until 1 or 2 pm) and then stay up half the night celebrating by shooting off fireworks before getting up for a normal work day tomorrow. We'll be watching the double MNF.
Tried a different bagel place this week with much better results. The owner of the restaurant is from Oakland, California, and also makes delicious pizza (another rarity in Mexico).
August 29, 2025 at 5:42 PM
Tried a different bagel place this week with much better results. The owner of the restaurant is from Oakland, California, and also makes delicious pizza (another rarity in Mexico).
The game was rained out so we get to go back tomorrow at the same time. If they win the series is over. If they lose we can pop down to the box office and buy a ticket for the second game of a doubleheader. #lifeinMexico
August 25, 2025 at 2:24 AM
The game was rained out so we get to go back tomorrow at the same time. If they win the series is over. If they lose we can pop down to the box office and buy a ticket for the second game of a doubleheader. #lifeinMexico
Our art dealer stood us up for the second time so we got a wild hair and hung our latest piece in the living room without his help. We bought this one in Puerto Vallarta earlier in the year. #lifeinMexico #huicholart
August 22, 2025 at 11:24 PM
Our art dealer stood us up for the second time so we got a wild hair and hung our latest piece in the living room without his help. We bought this one in Puerto Vallarta earlier in the year. #lifeinMexico #huicholart
It looks like a bagel, anyway…..
August 20, 2025 at 8:32 PM
It looks like a bagel, anyway…..
The building being constructed next door to our apartment is going to block our view when it’s finished. There is new construction all over the city of Guadalajara. #lifeinMexico
August 1, 2025 at 4:26 PM
The building being constructed next door to our apartment is going to block our view when it’s finished. There is new construction all over the city of Guadalajara. #lifeinMexico
Getting a bowlful of something we cannot get in Mexico before we leave - good pho. There’s a large contingent of Vietnamese/South Asians in Sacramento, so much so that freeway signs direct drivers to the “Little Saigon” neighborhood.
July 13, 2025 at 8:16 PM
Getting a bowlful of something we cannot get in Mexico before we leave - good pho. There’s a large contingent of Vietnamese/South Asians in Sacramento, so much so that freeway signs direct drivers to the “Little Saigon” neighborhood.