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TUESDAY, APRIL 21, 2020  –  #4092

Urgent request!  Looking to buy/rent/borrow or trade(details available on request): reliable vehicle to transport a woman with Multiple Sclerosis and urgent medical condition back to British Columbia. Our mid May flight was just cancelled. The vehicle must be reliable, and large enough for two adults, wheelchair and large dog crate. Please call 1300000 (house phone), cell 044 192 2563, or email Glen and Dale at  gndselway@hotmail.com

Note:  I’ll make a “To Go” page so restaurants, send me your info.  I’m sorry, no pictures,  (I’m not FaceBook)  just the facts and simple descriptions of your delicious food!  Cheryl

COVID INFO
a.  4/20/20  From the LB Mayor:  Delegacion de Los Barriles is with Luis Enrique Lucero
BEACH WILL REMAIN CLOSED FOR AT LEAST UNTIL APRIL 30TH OF THIS YEAR.
For your understanding thank you

DISCUSSIONS – ANSWERS – ANNOUNCEMENTS

a.  **Los Barriles Food Bank** Our weekly THANK YOU roll call is now out….. and you can see it on our new website! Woo hoo! Thanks to Cindy Salmon for putting this together for us. Now you can visit the site to see all the latest updates, how to donate and who to contact. We hope this helps. Click on THANK YOU to see our ever growing list of generous donors. We also want to thank our amazing volunteers. As always, if you think your name is missing, please let us know and apologies if some of the spelling is wrong! Let us know on emma.nicholson@kwmexico.mx so we can correct it. www.lbfoodbank.com

QUESTIONS

a.  Are there any other Comcast people currently not receiving the pony express who might have a clue how to fix this. they are not going to junk and I’m totally at a loss as to what’s to do. I get all my other mail. – bajamark1@comcast.net

b.  I read the sign for the highway 1 turn-off to San Felipe is down. Does anyone have the kilometer mark for that turn?  Thanks – solglas@pacbell.net

c. I have sat. dish network. some weeks ago cc disappeared. only available on local channels. on my tv cc is on. i don’t know the problem maybe somebody who has dish net can check it out and let me know if it’s working on your tv. my email cabopulmo@gmail.com

d.  Looking to contact Ted or Wilma Key. – szuehl.steven@aol.com

REMINDERS

a.  No church services at East Cape Christian Fellowship but we would like to encourage you to do your own services at home.  Here is what some of us are doing.  At 11:00 AM Sunday’s, the Lack Family have wonderful worship music which you can tune into from their web site….Lack Family.  Then you can catch the message from North Coast church by going to their web page under the heading, “Sermons.”  Go to our web site for prayer requests: “East Cape Christian Fellowship.”  We urge you to trust God during these difficult times. – renotarich@gmail.com

WANTED –  Repeats in one week

a.  Wanted:  5, 10, and 15 lbs weights. I will take all 3 sizes or whatever you have. Willing to pay for them. – jwestman@telus.net

b.  Wanted:  Have any used/Second hand fishing equipment you want to get rid of?   rndyindo@yahoo.com

c.  Wanted:   Dog bed in good/clean condition large size, also doggie bathroom bags – sherielliott@shaw.ca

BAJA BIZ –   Repeats every TWO weeks. 5 lines/10-15 words per line/50 words total – subject to editing

a.  Now is an excellent time to condition the soil around your property by mixing up to 90% Vita Mix compost with your existing soil. It will make your plants happy! Available at Armando’s hardware store (Electrica y Plomeria) on the TPH in 5 and 30 kilo bags.

b.  We deliver to your door!  Costo, Walmart and Santa Carmela Grocery Delivery in Cabo, Los Barriles and Todos Santos Area. You can send your list to us, we will buy it and then you can pay at your home according to the ticket plus a small fee per order depending on the amount. keep in mind that we have to set a minimum of orders so we can make the trip. if you’re interested please send us a email so we can discuss about which days would be better for everyone. We accept credit card, paypal, pesos and dollars. – krakendivers@gmail.com

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4091–042020

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MONDAY, APRIL 20, 2020  –  #4091
Happy Monday, it’s 4-20!!

LOST-FOUND-FIDO-MORRIS.

a.  Tessa’s dog “Jai” was found and is at home!

DISCUSSIONS – ANSWERS – ANNOUNCEMENTS

a.  Tired of only Covid-19 news on the computer?.  Try www.goodnewsnetwork.org

b.  Announcing “911 Organic”   Delicious local vegetables delivered weekly right to your doorstep. 2 sizes of boxes, the weekly cost per box is:
-heaping box (600 cocos)
-medium size box (400 cocos), limited supply, call Fany to reserve now! +1.206.403.8923
We are supporting local farmers and the Los Barriles food bank. – 911organic@gmail.com

c.  Correction, Vickie has fed 70+ dogs, not bags!!  My typo……….Cheryl –Donations   vickieaheaps@gmail.com 

d.  Please read about the important updates for our community and Mexico. We are proud to provide you with a comprehensive English summary of all that is happening in the fight against Covid-19 here in Mexico. Click on the link, or visit Wolf Property Management & Vacation Rentals on Facebook and Instagram.
https://mailchi.mp/bb4c9acb9d22/april19covidupdate – owners@wolf-pm.com

e.  4/20/20:  TRAVEL REPORT:  Made it fine to San Ignacio.  San Ignacio Springs yerts are way luxurious and spread out. They are NOT officially open (no advertising) but do have permission for travelers only. Made it from Leonero in 9 1/2 hours. Roads pretty empty. Gas stations open everywhere. No more health checkers after Constitution! Mulaja wide open and no one in masks except us. Easy trip so far.

Day 2:  Travel was easy. 5 hours from the WONDERFUL yerts at San Ignacio Springs to San Felipe.  Road construction with one lane open in a couple spots km 142 and 260 (that one is north of the turn off for LA Bay) The sign marking hwy. 5 is down so be alert. Tons of new pavement, the wild flowers are in full bloom, a few rocks to watch for o  the road, gas everywhere and take out food readily available.  Only delay was the crowded border crossing at San Luis Rio Colorado because Algodones was closed. All web info said Algodones was open till 10 PM but there was zero line and we were feeling soooo lucky till we got to the gate and it was locked. We got to the crossing at SL Rio Colorado at about 4:30 on a Sunday evening so it took about 3 hours. No secondary thank goodness! We got the last room at a Motel 6 in Yuma. Only take out at restaurants…safe travels everyone

QUESTIONS

a.  Anyone have plans to go north between now and the beginning of June? We have a few personal items at our home in Los Barriles, a chair, a couple of paintings and some smaller packages. Of course we will chip in. Jasper and Mandy – jasptastic@yahoo.com

b.  A small handplane to borrow or buy.  I need to plane a bedroom door that doesn’t close. – thomwdavis@gmail.com

c.  Has anyone had their residency renewal come due during this Corona time frame? My temp to permanent is due in May. I have to go to La Paz for it. Please, was it possible to get it done? Where did you get info and whom did you hire to get it done? Thanks. – corockiesgal@hotmail.com

d.  My eleven book, Hornblower set by C.S.Forrester is missing three books:  “Admiral Hornblower In The West Indies”, “Flying Colors” and “Hornblower and the Hotspur”.  I read the other eight and would like to finish the set if anyone has them. – thomwdavis@gmail.com

e.  Is Mexico 1 and 5 still open for travel north?  Are the towns (i.e., La Paz) letting you through if you are in transit north, and not stopping? – ldm3035@me.com

WANTED –  Repeats in one week

a.  Wanted: I am still looking for a can of Lysol. Has anyone seen any in stores? Or does anyone have an extra can that they would be willing to part with? Thank you, Laurie – yeagersaway@gmail.com, 624-141-0217, or US 208-720-7645

b.  Wanted:  Someone out there have a Yamaha keyboard they’re not pounding on? dyeagssv@gmail.com

c.  Wanted:  one kayak paddle, one stand up paddle board and paddle. Cindyannfarnellatgmail.com.

d.  Wanted:  Astronomical telescope or high quality binoculars. – feelih@gmail.com

HEALTH & EXERCISE & ART

a.  Welcome to the beginning of our online Healing Winds community! Join Tehroma, Pam, Deborah and Megan. Seven days a week. Inspirational writing, online yoga and meditation classes, poetry, music and more. Donation based. All proceeds support local initiatives in our community at this time. English/Spanish. tehroma@healingwinds.space
https://business.facebook.com/HealingWindsCentroHolistico/

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a.  We at Aeroburro hope that all here are well and healthy. If you are in  need mail, medication or a special item we can have it here in a week. Our location is open daily from 9 to 11, unless we have a delivery, then we stay till 5.
If you need more information please call our office at 624-141-0520, email us at aeroburro@live.com or visit our website www.aeroburro.com. Together we will get through this.  Stay healthy.  Paul

RENTALS WANTED & HOUSE SITTING NO MORE For Sale by owner  or real estate companies, For Rent, House-sitting. – Repeats in ONE week. 

a.  Successful American Business couple. UCLA Graduate now working in Finance remotely and my husband is a retired General Contractor with licenses in CA and NV. We own and manage our own real estate investments so we know the importance of find the right fit to protect your investment!  We currently live full time in Lake Tahoe but have someone interested in renting our house for a couple years. 530-386-5551. – Jeannine@4bestloans.com

NOT WANTED – THREE LINE LIMIT!! –   Repeats in one week. All Coconuts are US in origin. Subject to editing. (Bad words: sell, money, $, dollars, pesos) – Keep it short!  Sorry, no photos. Use Craig’s list and include link.

a.  Fishing Kayak, Pelican catch 130 Hydryve 12’6” pedal drive rudder controlled fishing kayak. 2019 with drive,paddle & cart, 4 rod holders. 1500 US fish. rshi5ayahoo.com

b.  boat for sale, trailer included.
https://bajasur.craigslist.org/boa/d/price-dropped-must-sell/7095009238.html –   jonanthonynaihe@yahoo.com

c.  Golf cart, all sale price to lb food bank.  Please buy my golf cart so that the food bank gets the full sale price. reduced  1200 US tortillas httpss://bajasur.craigslist.org/snw/7102567818.html?lang=es&cc=mx

d.  Bushnell binoculars new 10×42 Powerview 75 clams crystal clear – swampdonkeys86@gmail.com

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4090–041920

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SUNDAY, APRIL 19, 2020  –  #4090

Jai my older, slower dog has been missing from our morning walk since around 8.30, she often drops behind me and jack, the small black one, and sits to wait for me – I walked further this morning up around gustavo’s new park and got side tracked talking with Bill and Devi – jai never got that far and was nowhere to be seen when I walked back – I’ve driven around and around the back roads up there and the beach trails – talked to people – hoping she comes home, she needs water and food – I would appreciate a post and photo – Tessa    tessabarriles@gmail.com

6241410427 – home
6241131403 – iphone

 

FOOD BANK UPDATE- April 17, 2020
Overwhelming isn’t the word… our lovely community has rallied round to help the people of our region and between us we have managed to raise over $90,000 US in literally 3.5 weeks!
This is truly good people helping good people. (Some of this amount is actual and some is pledged).
We estimate that we can now feed everyone until August. But… based on latest information, we believe we will be needed through to Fall.  As we try to establish the distribution system, there have been some bumps along the way.  However, for an initiative that has only been in place since the middle of March, everyone has risen to the challenge.  Here is our latest update so that you can see what is going on:
*Households: This has been our first week and we have delivered over 500 food rations based on the list from the delegacions/communities.  Our target is now 750 – and based on the flood of inquiries, we won’t have a problem fulfilling this. We had originally estimated 600/650. We have been talking to EVERY household so that we know their actual needs, family sizes and so on.  The forthcoming weeks won’t be as slow, but this ‘census’ has been vital to getting the requirements right.  We were encouraged for example by families in El Cardonal who said that they have enough food for the next two weeks, but after that, they would need us.  It’s good to know that people are being considerate of the wider community. Then, in other areas, we have been shocked that people have had nothing and have resorted to extremes such as borrowing money so that they have been able to buy food for the past two weeks.
* Revised Target:  Like the rest of the world, this is a fluid situation. A lot has changed since the Delegacion first estimated 650 households; some we thought would need support don’t, but other good people not on the radar have since reached out and requested help.  Our earlier goal/time line was set at July but with more information about government action re the coronavirus protocol, realistically it’s going to be end of October.  We are getting 100 ‘parcels’ for the whole delegacion from the government of La Paz County (this includes Los Barriles, San Bartolo, El Coro etc).  While useful, unfortunately, they’re not enough to create balanced meals so we are using these donations to add to the LB Food Bank supplies.  There may be support coming from Cabo County (Buena Vista south to Cabo). But so far unconfirmed. So, we are now revising our target upwards to $150,000 US to feed 750 households until end October which is when we hope people should start to come back to town.  However, if we do get more support from the Government/authorities, obviously we will revise this target and we will let you all know as soon as we hear. Wouldn’t it be great if we weren’t needed at all?!
*Donating: We hope to get our dedicated LB Food Bank peso account confirmed at Intercam in the next day or so and we will share that as soon as possible – delays due to Semana Santa etc.  However, if you wish to donate, please do so through the following:
• US tax deductible: www.leaders2give.org  go to Los Barriles Food Bank.
• Check: Please emailgibson.ian@outlook.com for account number.
• Wire:  Please email gibson.ian@outlook.com for  instructions.
• Venmo & Paypal:  Jeane Harkleroad at
jhark29@gmail.com.
• Transferwise – https://transferwise.com/  Email Jeane at jhark29@gmail.com for peso account.
• Cash – cash is also accepted at Joe’s Deli.
• Any other questions, please email
*Donating Foodstuffs: Please do continue to donate dry foods, canned foods, long-life milk etc.  We need to keep the rations going for as long as possible, and this is a great way of doing it.  We are keeping back much of this food as it lasts longer.  It will be invaluable as we get into the summer.
*Donor List: We will be publishing the weekly list of contributors on Monday on Facebook, so if your name hasn’t appeared yet, we hope it’s there on Monday.  If you don’t see your name, please let us know although we do have donations coming in from numerous routes and it takes our small team some time to reconcile!
*Costs/Suppliers: We are still working to a figure of $200 pesos per household per week.  However, Joe and Luis are working tirelessly to get us better deals.  They have already negotiated 20% off bulk prices such as milk.  However, unfortunately we are seeing some costs increase.  For example, the cost of beans from our supplier has nearly doubled.
*The Response: We have been met by many people who just want to say thank you for the food parcels.  It’s hard to feature them all, but if you go to our Facebook page, many of the Rotary Interact young people have been videoing the families and their beautiful thank you messages. This is all with permission and something they have wanted to do. The team of Interact young people from Los Barriles has been wonderful – showing up early and working hard all day long.
*Volunteers: This is a true coming together of our community.  We have many great volunteers making a difference from a variety of different cultures, backgrounds and ages all helping one another – Mexican, American, Canadian, European.  Apologies if you have tried to volunteer but haven’t heard from us.  Please don’t feel disheartened!  We have been overwhelmed with emails! However, we believe that we will continue to need people as this is an on-going activity.  So, we are creating a list and we will continue to reach out to people as we work through this list, and as rotas change over the weeks.  Additionally, Joe is reducing the numbers of drivers and volunteers required as we go into the second week as we will be focusing more on delivery and less time on additional census activity. This will also help social distancing.
*Social Distancing: We believe we are getting better at encouraging our volunteers to observe social distancing and hygiene practices.  Every volunteer will now be issued with a briefing sheet on how to behave; masks are mandatory and the appropriate use of gloves is encouraged. Each car has sanitizer provided for use for those volunteers who exit the cars.
*Partners: The Spa Food Bank is providing an excellent service by feeding the people of El Coro and others.  Thank you guys!  Also thank you to Adam, Tracey, Deb and Leaders2Give for helping to get donations to the right place.   We are also trying to help groups beyond our region set up initiatives to help their own people as it is starting to get critical beyond our boundaries too.
*Community Spirit:  From trailers, additional lock-up space, valuable input on needy households, loans of trucks, donations of gas, people sending out emails to their networks…. the list goes on… it would be too long to list everyone who has contributed essential non-financial support to make the Food Bank work. A huge hug and thank you to these people!
*And Finally…. As with all new initiatives, there’s going to be criticism.  But please know that we are trying to address any wrinkles that crop up.  We welcome constructive comments because that’s how this initiative will get sharper.  But at a time when we may not all be feeling ourselves because of the current climate, let’s not throw rocks at one another. Please don’t curb the team’s and the community’s enthusiasm (and culture) because of your own personal optics.  If you have a question or concern, please address it directly to us so that we can develop a solution.  Let’s work together to get through these unprecedented times – and come out the other side as an even stronger, more tight-knit community.
Thank you
Emma, Jeane, Joe, Luis, Ian
Emma Nicholson. +1 206-678-4956.
+52 1 624-151-2381. +44 (0) 207-442-5943

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4089–041820

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SATURDAY, APRIL 18, 2020  –  #4089

Note:  A couple of questions I have been asked and hoping someone has answers straight from the horses mouth!  1.  Is there some kind of trash pickup schedule so folks can know when to put the cans/bags out?  2.  Any word on the beach restrictions, like allowing residents to walk and exercise?


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DISCUSSIONS – ANSWERS – ANNOUNCEMENTS

a.  The video conferencing app Zoom which has come under scrutiny lately for
lapses in security has hired some of the nations best web security
experts.  They are now totally focused on locking down their software.
Part of the problem was caused by hacks of other websites that contained
user emails and passwords.  Some people use the same password on
multiple sites, never a good idea.  Hackers used that data to gain
access into Zoom user accounts.  A heads up to us all, don’t reuse the
same password multiple times on multiple sites.  The password manager
Last Pass (https://www.lastpass.com/) is a great secure alternative to
create unbreakable passwords. The will create and maintain those
password for you.  Last Pass will remember and auto fill your passwords.

Please remember to back up all your data and photos.  Google Photo will
back up all your photos on all devices for free under 12 MP.  Amazon
prime is another great alternative.  I use both of the above along with
a variety of external drives.  Remember, one copy does not mean it’s a
backup.   thecomputerguy@usa.com

b. For those of you that are still here my office is not closed and we still have the same office hours. The difference is we ask you to call or email before coming and the you must use a new entrance I have opened to comply with safety requirements. It is behind my office and next to Chapitos  loading docks.  Thank you and stay safe!! Dennis C. Riley 624-141-261  paydennis@gmail.com

c.  Hola, making masks so I can donate to our clinic and anyone who needs a face masks.  If anyone has any spare (cotton blend) fabric hanging around that I could buy or you could donate, plz contact me now and not later.  Gracias
Margot. Spa  Buena Vista  Need soon.  Thank you.  Stay well, – ftibet8@yahoo.com

d.  Wanted to let the community know that small bags of food for  70+ Fur Faces were delivered today to the Mexican Families by myself and Vidy Cosio I will keep this up as long as needed.  If you would like to help in any way please contact me. Thanking you in advance for your help. – vickieaheaps@gmail.com

e.  May I suggest we start to give good tips to the grocery store clerks. I talked with one and they have no increase of pay for working in such hazardous conditions.  (unsigned)

QUESTIONS

a.  Does any one know where we can get distilled water – casablancainbaja@gmail.com

b  In need of AC charger for a Samsung chromebook xe303c12. 624-158-1445.    capt.tonyanderson@gmail.com

WANTED –  Repeats in one week

a.  Wanted:   Painting canvases I could buy…  rancholaventa1@me.com

b.  Wanted:   Buy or borrow an Air Mattress or thick pad so I can sleep in my truck bed while traveling. Maximum 4 feet wide. Thanks!  maddogsinbaja@gmail.com

c.  Wanted:  a good pair of binoculars – ertdd2000@aol.com

RESTAURANTS

a.  This Saturday and Sunday enjoy Cafe Maria’s Hamburger Weekend! TERIYAKI, BBQ, GUACAMOLE, BEEF, CHICKEN, FISH, CHEESE, BACON, ONION RINGS, FRIES.. and more.. send a email asking for the HAMBURGER SPECIAL MENU to pris.cafemaria@gmail.com. Prices from $140 to $200 pesos.

WIND STUFF

a.  2017 rebels 79 + 12 good shape including two bars 1500 grains of sand – sdohm1@gmail.com

BAJA BIZ –   Repeats every TWO weeks. 5 lines/10-15 words per line/50 words total – subject to editing

a.  Solutions Clinica de Belleza… I hope that everyone is keeping your social distance and staying safe and healthy.  I wanted to let all of you ladies who might be running out of your skin care products that I have an excellent physician strength line (Sanitas). I am offering a 15% discount on all products. We can maintain social distance when purchasing. For more information about these wonderful products please visit my website www.solutionsdebelleza.com
You can email me at: permsolutions@aol.com   Thanks and stay healthy,   Connie

NOT WANTED – THREE LINE LIMIT!! –   Repeats in one week. All Coconuts are US in origin. Subject to editing. (Bad words: sell, money, $, dollars, pesos) – Keep it short!  Sorry, no photos. Use Craig’s list and include link.

a.  Yamaha C40 classic acoustic guitar   90 songs
https://www.facebook.com/groups/367341703636540/permalink/1083035518733818/?sale_post_id=1083035518733818

b. 2009 WINCO Model PSS12H4WD Packaged Standby Generator, Purchased new 2009.  120/240V single phase, 12KW, 50 AMPS. Honda GX670 LPG 24hp engine with 293 hours.  New (2019) WINCO Model 64863-405 100 AMP Outdoor Manual Transfer Switch – Located Los Barriles – 3500 US storms   bobwsexton@gmail.com

c.  11 foot cargo trailer new wheels hubs brakes bearings and extra set of rims and tires 2300 MI – sdohm1@gmail.com

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4088–041720

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FRIDAY, APRIL 17, 2020  –  #4088

Note:  According to my trusted friend who lives in La Ribera, there are no reports of Covid-19 Virus in LR according to the DIF.   Good to know!

LOST-FOUND-FIDO-MORRIS.

a.  On Calle Elephant Tree 1/2 a deep sea fishing pole. Identify and it is yours. iikaiser@frii.com  (for info, Elephant Tree is north LB near the Road to Nowhere)

WANTED –  Repeats in one week

a.  Wanted:  Isolating and cooking.  But have a need for 3 spices.  Garam Masala, cayenne pepper, curry powder.  It all (90 %) goes to meals on wheels (safely) to my neighbors… Help me put a smile on friends’ faces. – bajapatricio@gmail.com

b.  Wanted:  hardtail mtn bike  Dean – sanosrf@gmail.com

HEALTH & EXERCISE & ART

a.  Virtual Catholic services in English and Spanish per the Gringo Gazette:

b.  Yoga with Sarah ONLINE – A safe and playful way to stay active during these times. LIVE Classes, YouTube Tutorials & Mini Classes, and Private Online Sessions. Stay healthy, have fun, and keep connecting…
MONDAYS 9:30AM-LIVE Mini Vinyasa Flow (free)
TUESDAYS 10AM- LIVE Vinyasa Flow
THURSDAYS 10AM-LIVE Vinyasa Flow
Go to www.losbarrilesyoga.com/online to get started!  Email: losbarrilesyoga@gmail.com

BAJA BIZ –   Repeats every TWO weeks. 5 lines/10-15 words per line/50 words total – subject to editing

a.  Mail Boxes Los Barriles, the name you can count on for weekly deliveries of anything you may need from the USA. We are fortunate to able to continue our service to you, our loyal clients.  What ever you may need, give us a holler.  Terry Gray Curtis 624-151-5530 tel cel, 310-272-9500 USA, mailbarriles@gmail.com  mailbaja.com

NOT WANTED – THREE LINE LIMIT!! –   Repeats in one week. All Coconuts are US in origin. Subject to editing. (Bad words: sell, money, $, dollars, pesos) – Keep it short!  Sorry, no photos. Use Craig’s list and include link.

a.  apartment size refrigerator w/freezer above 40 ice cubes – rancholaventa1@me.com

b.  Excellent Condition.  I just bought 2 new gaskets for this Instant pot and there are No missing parts.75 cocos 624 – 239-3710 . – maeleanorewilson8@gmail.com

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4087–041520

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Wednesday, April 15, 2020  –  #4087

Note/Correction:    I need everyone to check their contact/address book and be sure
bpe@thebajaponyexpress.com  is there, especially hotmail and yahoo folks.

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DISCUSSIONS – ANSWERS – ANNOUNCEMENTS

a.   Agraz TV Antenna Distribution Center, Located in Los Barriles, Wholesale & Retail Contact   FiberTech1@yahoo.com    624-358-2900

b.  For trash pick up, call or WhatsApp Adam’s Landscaping. He will come to your house and pick it up for a small fee. 624-113-2888   Please place trash in medium kitchen size bags or large black bags.  Be respectful of the weight.

c.  East Capers Magazine for April and May is online.  This issue will be online only to allow you to stay home and see what is going on in Los Barriles and the surrounding area.  Extra reading without leaving home!  You can see it at www.eastcapeart.com – front page or East Capers Magazine page.  or by going to
https://issuu.com/losbarriles/docs/issue__91_april_may_2020_single?utm_source=conversion_success&utm_campaign=Transactional&utm_medium=email – eastcapersmagazine@gmail.com

e.  If you need anything brought down from the US or brought back up, contact me. – Leeramage7@gmail.com

QUESTIONS

a.  The check point at the fountain restricts us from travel and we were told that we could not travel to the airport. We have a flight scheduled for 4/25 from San Jose Del Cabo, do we need to get permission from someone in order to leave and is transportation available? – mhbonfils@msn.com

b.  I have to ask……….why is anyone going to San Jose, Cabo or La Paz unless it’s absolutely necessary?   LB has everything we need and we do have the Mini Costco Warehouse on Hwy One north LB and to date.  So far no Covid-19 in LB.  One case in La Ribera?    BPE Cheryl

c.  Anyone coming to Los Barriles in the near future who could bring a pair of reading glasses? Thanks. – gcfreefly@hotmail.com

WANTED –  Repeats in one week

a.  Wanted:  Small-to-large pots they’d like to get rid of or sell?    624-191-7643  b.  Wanted:

RESTAURANTS

a.  we are back, to all of our customers and friends, hotel buenavista will be offering our take out menu starting this wednesday, friday and saturday, it will be offer between 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm, free deliver will be offered to buenavista and los barriles with one deliver per day at 6:00 pm. for take out menu and/or to place an order please send an email to esavalmar@gmail.com or call 624-129-6525

WIND STUFF

a.  2 surf boards, 2020 duotone pro wam 5’7″ gret shape 650 slashes and a 2019 5’3″ pro voke 350 jumps great shape. – erikj29@yahoo.com

b.  2020 lrg apex select harness black with surf slider, only used twice, 200    front rolls – erikj29@yahoo.com

c.  2020 white 8m rebel, no holes no repairs with click bar for 1100 back rolls, erik 541-350-9875 – erikj29@yahoo.com

NOT WANTED – THREE LINE LIMIT!! –   Repeats in one week. All Coconuts are US in origin. Subject to editing. (Bad words: sell, money, $, dollars, pesos) – Keep it short!  Sorry, no photos. Use Craig’s list and include link.

a.  Interstate Cargo Trailer – Pro Series 2014 – 16′ Contact Davidradke@hotmail.com 503-539-7558.  Excellent tires, electric trailer brakes, full sets of keys and locks. 6000 papayas

b.  Full size 8′ Leer canopy for pickup.   Davidradke@hotmail.com  503-539-7558

c.  Free Aloevera plants – small, medium and large sizes.  This variety has extra healing properties (must for sun burns) and lots of gel if you use it for promoting health.   I have them outside my property in Buenos Aires, off Calle Fenix on Calle Torote – the little dead end street – look for the long brown wall.  They are watered regularly so they will stay good.  Come take what you need! – jandcinthebaja@gmail.com

d.  Spin Bike-  Great way to get your exercise while socially isolating. Includes 5 DVDs.  300 pedals   sampsonje@gmail.com  or text 541-588-0017

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** LOS BARRILES FOOD BANK – YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED **

I’m sure you will all agree that THE most important issue at the moment is to feed our town, and we’re pleased to say that the only reason The Los Barriles Food Bank is working is because of you.

These are unprecedented times and we have had to rapidly create the food bank against the backdrop of social distancing and rapidly rising numbers of people with the coronavirus. While we work hard to make this a reality, we wanted to share with you where we are and our plan moving forward while answering some of your questions….

Target: The Los Barriles Delegado has identified a list of more than 600 households who have been impacted by the collapse of tourism across our region that includes Los Barriles, El Cardonal, Boca de Alamo, San Bartolo, Piedras Gordas, Campamento (in partnership with the Spa Food Bank in the early days), El Coro, Buena Vista. Luis (Delegado) is liaising with other Delegados and community members to make this happen. We have some information that the government might be able to provide assistance on this scale at some point. However, in the absence of this now, The Los Barriles Food Bank is extremely important. We will of course keep you updated with any developments here.

Foodstuffs: We are currently creating parcels that include flour, beans, rice, oil, sugar, milk and are using paper bags to minimize environmental impact. We will be topping up the basics with fresh fish and fruit and vegetables depending on availability. Thank you to the Veggie Ladies for their contribution here and to the fisherman who are authorized to go fishing for the community. Chris from Smokey’s has opened up his smoke house to us, and his staff will be preparing the fish and storing it ready for distribution. Thanks Chris!

Donated Foodstuffs: Thank you so much for all the donations of food. They will be added to each parcel until they are gone. We are starting another scheme called ‘Drive Up & Collect’. A number of volunteers will be driving around subdivisions collecting any cans, dried foods, long-life milk etc that you have and would like to share with us. Simply leave them outside your gate on a specified day and time and we will pick them up. We HAVE to make the food stretch for so many and just a couple of cans to you when added together could keep this initiative going for another week.

Distribution: Joe from Joe’s Deli/Joe’s Pizza has cleared out his whole office and has created a dedicated space for storing and packing items. Every day of the week, led by the Delegado and coordinated by Joe, Jeane and the volunteers, teams will be delivering food parcels direct to households. This will ensure no crowds and social distancing requirements are met. We start on Monday April 13th.

Prices: We are fortunate to have both Luis and Joe spearheading the negotiations with suppliers. We benefit from Joe’s experience with wholesalers while Luis has excellent connections in the agricultural regions and with the fishing community.

The Cost: We have calculated that it costs approx. 200 pesos per household to feed them for a week with our parcels. We also have other costs such as gas to deliver parcels. This might fluctuate according to what we are able to secure, but we want to keep it to this level so that we can feed 600+.

Suppliers: It’s important that we source as much from local growers and producers. We are beginning to see that suppliers are now getting anxious because of the staggering fall in demand for their products. This might help us secure foodstuffs at a better price as we progress.

Volunteers: We have a merry band of volunteers but we desperately need more to help pack up the parcels and also to drive around helping to distribute food. We will help to protect you as much as we can through facemasks and gloves and keep social contact to an absolute minimum – perhaps one person with you as the deliverer of the foods. Please email Jeane at jhark29@gmail.com

You The Donors: We will publish a list of donors tomorrow – possibly too much information today! THANKS EVERYONE!

Accountability: We are securing receipts and keeping a very tight eye on the money. Ian Gibson is heading up the accounting supported by Jeane Harkleroad. We will be publishing a reconciliation for all to see in the coming days.

Our Strategy: We don’t know if we will get government help. We hope so, but it’s not yet confirmed. Therefore, as this is a fluid situation with things changing daily, we are currently working on a short term plan to feed 600+ households until the start of July. However, we will be assessing the situation at the end of April/May when we have more information to work with. As you can see, it’s expensive to feed this many people. Our target until the start of July is $68,000 US. We have raised an amazing $55,000 US already thanks to you! So we’re looking for another $13,000 US.

Partnerships: Through Adam Greenberg and Leaders2Give we are working with a team of young ‘future leaders’ from our local Rotary Interact Club who will be assisting with planning, financial reporting, packaging and distribution. The participation of Leaders2Give not only helps us to create and guide new leaders in our community but because they are involved with planning, delivery and reporting US citizens www.leaders2give.org. Thank you also to the Spa Food Bank who have been so generous in helping us reach people in the first weeks as we try to sort out the system.

Donations: We really need your help to raise the additional $13,000. People are being incredibly creative and supportive; from selling cars, their paintings, donating money from yoga classes, from making masks and just emailing friends and clients who love LB and might not realize what’s happening here. We are all feeling the pinch, but even just $20 can feed two families for two weeks. Please please see how you can help us!! Constructive ideas welcome such as an online auction? online raffle from afar?!

How to Donate:

· US tax deductible contributions – please follow the instructions on the section that will either say ‘Temporary, Emergency COVID-19 Initiative’ or ‘The Los Barriles Food Bank’ via www.leaders2give.org.

· Check – drop a check to a Wells Fargo branch. Please email gibson.ian@outlook.com for account number.

· Wire: Please email gibson.ian@outlook.com for instructions.

· Venmo and Paypal to Rotary Past President Jeane Harkleroad at jhark29@gmail.com. Please email Jean’e to let her know that you are doing this.

· Transferwise – https://transferwise.com/ – this is a fast account-to-account transfer system. Please email Jeane at jhark29@gmail.com for an account number, etc.

· Cash – cash is also be accepted. Please make your donation at Joe’s Deli.

· Any other question regarding donations: Please email gibson.ian@outlook.com

And finally: This is a huge project and we are learning by the hour. No-one has had to do this before in our little town – this is way beyond the after effects of a hurricane or earthquake. This is a sustained period of no income for at least six months for good working people in our region. Please bear with us while we do the best we can to make this a success for our community; there will be teething problems but we have over 30 volunteers who are passionate about making this happen.

Best wishes

Joe, Luis, Jeane, Emma, Ian

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TUESDAY, APRIL 14, 2020  –  #4086

CALENDAR – Poor little calendar is blank for April 2020!

LOST-FOUND-FIDO-MORRIS.

a.  I found a yellow parakeet near my house. If he is yours, I have the cutie. Let me know. – bajacamilla@yahoo.com

b.  PERDIDA: Caja amarilla de plastico, con moscas para pescar.  Recompensa!   LOST:  Yellow, hard plastic fly box, with flies.  “Cliff’s Bugger Beast”.  Reward for return!  624.12.90519/WhatsApp

DISCUSSIONS – ANSWERS – ANNOUNCEMENTS

a.   Posted 4/13/20 by LB Delegacion.  No trash until further notice.

So, if anyone catches wind of private trash pick-up, send info to the BPE.

b.  No Bookstore until May. Be safe, stay home and re-read a good book. See you next month. Joanna – bajajoanna@gmail.com

c.  Challenging SHAPED puzzles available for those who enjoy more advanced puzzles – animals, fish, birds, etc. We have enjoyed them for many years and now would like to pass them along to others who would like to enjoy them. – rjmoranbaja@hotmail.com

d.  East Cape Health Center has taken initiative. Brittany and Edgar, working hand in hand with the local Police Chief and Paramedics, have convinced them of our need for security.  We now have our community closed off from anyone coming to town. If you live here just show your ID otherwise you will need permission note. All roads entering town have police checkpoints and the beaches are well patrolled with dozens of police from La Paz. As well, the roads leading to Cabo are also blocked and police are preventing passage to SJ and Cabo without a permission slip. IF anyone needs to travel, for any reason, we can provide a note.
We have not seen anyone even suspicious with covid19, but we are prepared. In the event we do see someone who needs hospitalization we now have proper transport chambers and PPE, thanks to a 24 hour drive spearheaded by Brittany Baker, Megan O’Leary and Laurel Eastman and their long chain of emails. Medical / Dental and Pharmacy will remain OPEN to serve your needs. Help us keep our doors open.  It takes a village!!
Char clinic 624-124-8203/ personal 624-157-0081 US 858-361-0753 – charlene.wenger@gmail.com

e.  **Los Barriles Food Bank** Yesterday was our first day of delivering food parcels.  To see heartwarming videos and pictures of the day, please go to our dedicated Facebook page Los Barriles Food Bank  Here you can also find out how to donate if you haven’t done so already plus our weekly THANK YOU list featuring all of our donors.  A HUGE THANK YOU TO EVERYONE who has helped so far.  Any questions, please email emma.nicholson@kwmexico.mx.

QUESTIONS

a.  Does anyone have “accurate” info for trash pick-up for north LB?

b.  Anyone heading back to the states soon that would take 4 envelopes with face masks for my family?   Please let me know if you can help.  Thanks!    jandcinthebaja@gmail.com

c.  Does anyone know somewhere or someone that can fix our repair my eyeglasses?  My frames are broken. – captjac1211@gmail.com

WANTED –  Repeats in one week

a.  Wanted:  Small electric cement mixer  Ken 624-178-6740 or  Corockiesgal@hotmail.com

b.  Wanted:  Jigsaw puzzles. Adult level. Can purchase or borrow. – laurelahanson@ymail.com

c.  Wanted:  Mtn Bike here in Los Barrilles….Dean    624 261 5379 – sanosrf@gmail.com

RESTAURANTS

a.  Cafe Maria is OPEN for take-out food only.   Orders can be place through Facebook @CafeMariaRestaurant, by email pris.cafemaria@gmail.com (let us know if you want to see our digital menu), or call us 141-0511..  Service starts at 2pm

HEALTH & EXERCISE & ART

a.  If you need a face mask, please, contact me. I am making two tipe of masks in accordance with recommendations from the Deaconess Health System – a premier provider of health care services to states in the US. I am using cotton, cotton bland and cotton jersey. The fabric has been prewashed, and they can be washed as often as you need and can be sterilized with an iron, steamer or boiled water. Every mask has a pocket for the filter, which can be vacuum cleaner bag or other.
20% of sales of our masks will go to the Los Barriles Food Bank to support our community this Spring/Summer.
if you buy 4 masks you get one for free and donate free mask for someone who needs it.
Stay safe and healthy!!!  Make an order vitaolenich@gmail.com, cell 624-110-6992 or private message via Messenger. (Victoria’s Sunny Dresses)

b.  EAST CAPE HEALTH CENTER is still OPEN. Our services include, a full laboratory, X rays, EKG, consults, pharmacy, dental, etc. It is VERY important, if you have a headache, fever AND/OR a cough, please call us before you come to the clinic: 624-124-8203 If you think you have coronavirus, don´t hesitate to call us. We can help report your case to the health secretary and get you tested. We are here for you. THIS WEEKEND WE’LL HAVE THE VISIT OF Dr. Emmanuel Rodriguez – Pediatrician and Dra. Ileana Ortiz – Radiologist call us to make an appointment 624-124-8203 – eastcapemedical@gmail.com

BAJA BIZ –   Repeats every TWO weeks. 5 lines/10-15 words per line/50 words total – subject to editing

a.  joels  palm trees and desert  plants   closed  until further notice   thanks  hope to save your time  for driving  over – ronlaribera@yahoo.com

NOT WANTED – THREE LINE LIMIT!! –   Repeats in one week. All Coconuts are US in origin. Subject to editing. (Bad words: sell, money, $, dollars, pesos) – Keep it short!  Sorry, no photos. Use Craig’s list and include link.

a.  2020 PJ U7 14 utility trailer. like new. 77 inch x 14 ft deck. deck stained gray. new spare with cover. this is the best trailer for hauling your crew side by side. heavy duty 3500 lb axle. rear ramp gate. 1800 scallops – cslysdal@gmail.com

b.  all sale price to lb food bank.  Please buy my golf cart so that the food bank gets the full sale price. https://bajasur.craigslist.org/snw/7102567818.html?lang=es&cc=mx

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SATURDAY, APRIL 11, 2020  –  #4085

CALENDAR –

12 April Sunday  Easter

COVID INFO
a.  Info from BCS Noticias:  https://www.bcsnoticias.mx/los-cabos/
b.  Was in la paz tuesday, everything was pretty normal, less traffic, most stores open.  most people were practicing social distancing, wearing masks.They have set up a medical stop just west of town where they take your temp.   Had to go to ace hardware, fully stocked and open.  Chedraui had tons of food and was selling beer and alcohol.  guess different rules than cabo county? – captainscott34@gmail.com

DISCUSSIONS – ANSWERS – ANNOUNCEMENTS

a.  Dog & puppy food donations for the 45 plus puppies/dogs with Cortez Rescue are being accepted both by $ donations through our website @ cortezrescue.org and by bags being collected, please email: info@cortezrescue.org to arrange pick up/drop off. We are also helping our local community families that are in need of dog food during this time. If you have a neighbor with pets, please consider buying them a bag to help ensure their pets are not going without.<3 Thank you so much in advance for you help

b.  Announcing “911 Organic”   Delicious local vegetables delivered weekly right to your doorstep. Deliveries start this Friday April 10th, 30 organic cocos for a heaping box, limited supply, call Fany to reserve now! +1.206.403.8923
We are supporting local farmers and the Los Barriles food bank. – damianfanych@gmail.com

c.  April 8 Feeding the Hungry Update.  Thanks to everyone who has given or inquired how to give to Feeding the Hungry Fund.  You are the best, most generous folks around!  For ease of giving, I have set up a “PayPal. Me” account to easily make your donations.  You can use this if you have a PayPal account.  The link is …   PayPal.Me/BHPurkey  .  (You’ll have to copy and paste the link).   Donate as much or as often as you’d like!  We will write a check at Intercam Bank here in Los Barriles from this account and change your US dollar donations to Mexican pesos to buy the Chapitos vouchers.
At this time of social distancing, it is nice to do all this giving and receiving electronically, even though we’d like to meet you all and thank you personally.  Keep up the good work; it’s very much appreciated.  We are in this together. – purkeybh@gmail.com

d.  4/8/20-1pn:  For What it’s Worth.  There’s a semi-road block north of Buenos Aires on the road to Nowhere.  Some polite, nice medics? are there to keep Semana Santa celebrants from Cabo away from the beaches.  They have a tent and ambulance and said that as of today, 4-8, there are 58 cases of the virus in Cabo and 9 in La Paz, plus 3 deaths. – b.j.mountford@hotmail.com

QUESTIONS

a.  a bee hive just arrived at my house; may somebody please me?     Dale Jones  624-142-8017 or  from usa  360-588-6147
twopickles2@gmail.com   (Info in the BPE Directory:

  1. Bee Keeper:  Cirilo Manrique (624) 119 9654‬ local bee keeper.
  2. Bee Keeper:   Marucio.    52 1 624 160 9622.)

WANTED –  Repeats in one week

a.  Wanted:  52 inch satellite  dish  for sat   129 – ronlaribera@yahoo.com

b.  Wanted:  still looking for a small outboard motor.  5-7 hp, 2 or 4 cycle.  good shape. 772-281-8833 – captainscott34@gmail.com

c.  Wanted:  A backgammon board to play video backgammon with my kids in the states during these hard times. jcontzen@gmail.com

RESTAURANTS

a.  Cafe Maria is OPEN for take-out food only.   Orders can be place through Facebook @CafeMariaRestaurant, by email pris.cafemaria@gmail.com (let us know if you want to see our digital menu), or call us 141-0511..  Service starts at 2:00 pm

BAJA BIZ –   Repeats every TWO weeks. 5 lines/10-15 words per line/50 words total – subject to editing

a.  Gardenia Duran – Attorney at Law provides Legal Services in the entire East Cape area. English Spoken. Contact me at the following email if you have any legal situation gardeniaduran@hotmail.com

NOT WANTED – THREE LINE LIMIT!! –   Repeats in one week. All Coconuts are US in origin. Subject to editing. (Bad words: sell, money, $, dollars, pesos) – Keep it short!  Sorry, no photos. Use Craig’s list and include link.

a.  Rustic Computer Desk, just 50 days in isolation, Call 624-137-7721 or see at bajasur.craigslist.org/fuo/d/rustic-computer-desk/7106235933.html – palapapaul@gmail.com

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Tuesday, April 7, 2020  –  #4084

Note:  Do know, if there is something really important or an emergency situation, call me 624-141-0308.  I send the BPE to over 4,700 email addresses and I can do a “Flash” mailing.

CALENDAR –

07 Tue Full Pink Moon
08 Wed East Cape Guild Monthly Meeting via Zoom conf. call – Contact Kim @ kaplotkin@aol if want to join call
12 Sun Easter Sunday
19 Sun POSTPONED!! S.N.A.P. Spay and neuter-Postponed to May 17th kathyp1210@yahoo.com

DISCUSSIONS – ANSWERS – ANNOUNCEMENTS

a.  4/6/20 Delegation Los Barriles, copied from FaceBook:   Delegacion de Los Barriles is with Luis Enrique Lucero and 6 others.1 hrATTENTION, IMPORTANT NOTICE! As prevention and safety measures against the COVID-19 health contingency:  The garbage collector truck will only be performing Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday tours on their normal routes.  Thursday and Friday routes will be absorbed in the aforementioned days so we recommend you to stay tuned.  For your understanding thank you.

b.  It appears, according to the signs in la Europea, that the no sale of alcohol is through April.
(My understanding this is a Cabo County issue.  Cheryl)  (( 4/7/20 According to BCS Noticias,  sales are now permitted 8am to 4pm or 6pm depending on which report you read!.))
 c.  Here’s another reminder from “Feeding the Hungry”.  If you are able, please help supply grocery funds for the people in our community who are, or shortly will be, going hungry.  100% of your donation goes to buy food vouchers at our local grocery, Chapitos.
This voucher program has been in existence for 4 years, and the vouchers are being distributed by a trustworthy local Mexican who intimately knows the people in need in our community. He has been distributing basic food supplies to them for over 10 years.  The vouchers are used by the participants to purchase much needed food items or prescriptions or diapers; whatever the family needs the most.
We will accept pesos, dollars, US checks or Mexican checks.  Please contact us at purkeybh@gmail.com, or call Ben and Harriet at 624-141-0339 (land line) or 624-177-9881 (Ben’s cell) or Harriet’s US cell, 541-854-5303.
If you are currently in the US, no problem.  If you’re still here in the Los Barriles area, no problem!  Just call or email us to let us explain how to get your donations into the “Feeding the Hungry” program. It could be the best thing you do in these challenging times.
The cancellation of our March Feeding the Hungry Fashion Show Fundraiser was a real disappointment to us, but it is the Mexicans, the poorest of the poor that our program helps. They are being hurt the most.  Any financial help will be greatly appreciated. – purkeybh@gmail.com
d.  from my worker alexi rochin:
Hi both, yesterday I went volunteer to help in a filter to stop people from another cities and turned back home, NO ACCESS TO BEACH!!!!
mayor, protección civil, police, zofemat and volunteers doing that during all this week in town. We had 3 cars from cabo turned back home who came trying camp in beach. – tessabarriles@gmail.com

QUESTIONS

a.  If anyone has information on going north by road ie: Motels open? Crossing the border?  US restrictions?  Please let us know.  Thanks – captjac1211@gmail.com  (Check out FB TalkBaja road conditions)

REMINDERS

a.  East Capers Magazine for April – May is now available.  This issue is an only online.   You can access it at the link below or by going to Eastcapearts.com – on the front page or go to the East Capers Magazine page.  Some great articles and information for our times and if  you love the Baja!
https://issuu.com/losbarriles/docs/issue__91_april_may_2020_single

WANTED –  Repeats in one week

a.  Wanted:  Used comfortable armchair or lounger–also gas dryer.  b.j.mountford@hotmail.com or 624-119-8388

b.  Wanted:  Does anyone have a Safari or. Astro Van with a decent motor? I could buy the car & lift the motor mine is a 97.   624-178-1008

RESTAURANTS

a.  Order home made food with delivery as the motivation to stay at home! Frozen pirogies, hand made pasta with sauces, cabbage rolls stewed in tomato sauce with beef or vegetarian option. For more information about flavors and prices please contact Chef Anton by calling 6241781320 or send me email. – atv.rossi@gmail.com

NOT WANTED – THREE LINE LIMIT!! –   Repeats in one week. All Coconuts are US in origin. Subject to editing. (Bad words: sell, money, $, dollars, pesos) – Keep it short!  Sorry, no photos. Use Craig’s list and include link.

a. Brand new area rugs. 2 floral patterned and 3 burgundy.                                                    https://bajasur.craigslist.org/hsh/7104013135.html     pam@homesandlandofbaja.com

b.  Fishing Boat:  moving! must sell! make offer! https://bajasur.craigslist.org/boa/d/moving-must-sell/7095009238.html

c.  03 28ft panga w/ trailer. Make offer.
https://bajasur.craigslist.org/boa/d/super-panga-diesel/7095009238.html

d.  very nice 2012 toyota tundra pickup well maintained and ultra reliable many updated parts 17,000 colo plates – icsm_777@hotmail.com

e.  ****all sale price to lb food bank.  Please buy my golf cart so that the food bank gets the full sale price. https://bajasur.craigslist.org/snw/7102567818.html?lang=es&cc=mx

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