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gnukid - 2-17-2008 at 12:18 PM

In the last three weeks I have been the victim of three crimes. I found my car was damaged by hit and run, my boat was stolen, and a woodshop took money and materials with a signed ontrat to complete the work and acknowledge the receipt and then claimed, they don't know what happened to the money and materials.

In each case I stayed calm and began to pursue the problem, gathering evidence and witnesses. Eventually now three weeks later each crime has been solved and in each case is was a gringo who I know!

I made the driver of the hit and run pay, I got the boat back and I formally charged the woodshop owner. Interestingly the officials were extremely happy to pursue the gringo woodshop owner.

Point is, I don't know what the point is. But gosh darn it if I am not sick and tired of so much nonsense. Like many others, I spend much of my time in the house now, behind fences and locked doors. I eat more, we do not trust anyone at all who we don't know for sometime. It does seem to be that lawlessness is an affliction that is spreading like the plague.

Sharksbaja - 2-17-2008 at 12:25 PM

Kid, methinks you just have bad juju.

Packoderm - 2-17-2008 at 12:31 PM

Was this in the states or in Mexico? I find it hard to believe that you contracted with a gringo owned woodworking shop in Baja. A gringo in Mexico stole your boat, or was it an unauthorized borrowing sort of thing? I was unaware of gringos going into Mexico to commit crimes.

GNUKID

bancoduo - 2-17-2008 at 12:35 PM

I think there's a medical name for your affliction.

BMG - 2-17-2008 at 12:54 PM

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Originally posted by gnukid

I formally charged the woodshop owner. Interestingly the officials were extremely happy to pursue the gringo woodshop owner.

Why were the officials "extremely happy"?

gnukid - 2-17-2008 at 12:55 PM

This happened in the vinicinity of La Paz and the surrounding region.

I really appreciate your kind words ha. Certainly one could presume I somehow brought on the hit and run and the theft of a boat even though I was no where near the problem and both were incidents of drunk gringos at night.

Its interesting how one handles being a victim of a hit and run. I stayed calm and took photos of the tire tracks in the dirt and the damage to car and paint chips, presuming the color of the car and the type of tire. Then I just stayed calm and drove up and down every street looking for a car that fit the description. Lo and behold I found the car and went to the door. They immediately came out and volunteered they hit the car and were planning to find me later.

Anyway the hit and run driver paid.

The wood shop owner is ***** ********* in La Paz on juarez. Many of you may know him.

The boat was stolen from Marina La Paz. It was youth rich gringo kids joyriding.

While I do have a sense of sadness and feelings of being little depressed to know that silly gringos think they can get away with crimes, I certainly do not blame myself and instead I am proud to have stayed calm, solved the crimes and was polite through the entire process.

These are all good lessons.

bancoduo your personality leaves much to be desired. I feel sorry for your family.

[Edited on 2-17-2008 by Hose A]

gnukid - 2-17-2008 at 12:57 PM

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Originally posted by BMG

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Originally posted by gnukid

I formally charged the woodshop owner. Interestingly the officials were extremely happy to pursue the gringo woodshop owner.

Why were the officials "extremely happy"?

BMG the officials were extremely happy to have a gringo guilty of something they could charge him for on the record.

lizard lips - 2-17-2008 at 01:03 PM

I think it's time to move somewhere where the gringos and the Mexicans wont bother you. Cuba maybe?

livencabo - 2-17-2008 at 01:11 PM

gnukid,

Some people react by blaming the victim. They cannot empathize with you, so they cannot receive your report objectively.
Most people are cautious by nature and agressive in their ability to defend themselves. I find this is certainly the case with Mexican people who are embarrased, too embarrased to report a crime, by having been taken advantege of.
Don't start blaming yourself but do take your own inventory. People who will take advantage of you genreally have a practice of doing that and your best defense is to investigate anyone in whom you plan to place your trust. Walls, bars, and a couple of intelligent dogs go a long way in Baja to protecting your property.

BMG - 2-17-2008 at 01:17 PM

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Originally posted by gnukid

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Originally posted by BMG

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Originally posted by gnukid

I formally charged the woodshop owner. Interestingly the officials were extremely happy to pursue the gringo woodshop owner.

Why were the officials "extremely happy"?

BMG the officials were extremely happy to have a gringo guilty of something they could charge him for on the record.

Do you mean to imply that the officials are 'out to bag a gringo'? That's how I read your response.

Were the rich gringo kids charged? (Is it still easy to steal for a joyride? I may want to go fishing! :lol:

)

oxxo - 2-17-2008 at 01:53 PM

I don't know what it is, but when GNUKID posts anything, I always get the urge to make a big tub of popcorn!

I'm sitting on my boat in La Paz as I post this. I'm going to post extra sentries tonight.

kodiak - 2-17-2008 at 01:55 PM

gnukid ...It sure does seem like you have a lot more trouble than the average "Joe" down in Mexico. :?:

Juju or mojo?

Lee - 2-17-2008 at 02:00 PM

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Originally posted by Sharksbaja
Kid, methinks you just have bad juju.

I'm thinking the mojo isn't working. Making juju too?

Osprey - 2-17-2008 at 02:16 PM

I left my panga on the beach here for 5 years. I did not own a trailer, couldn't afford one. In the 5 years I lost 2 spark plugs, one old blanket motor cover, 1 spark plug wire, one old canvas top with fittings. Where in the whole wide world could you expect to do that on a public beach with no security. I think this country is trying to tell you something GNU.

Barry A. - 2-17-2008 at 02:28 PM

Gnukid-----------

You certainly had a bad string of luck----and it was probably a coincidence that all three incidents happened so close together. I think it is great that you caught all three bad guys, and I applaud you for that. And I also thank you for posting your experience--------that is what this board is all about (I think??)

But as someone who has never had anything stolen, or vandalized, I am thinking that you need to do some hard thinking as to what in the world could be causing you all this bad carma------and then correct it, if possible.

barry

Jack Swords - 2-17-2008 at 03:25 PM

Gnukid, as a nine year resident in Marina de la Paz, friends with the owners, friends with the guards, I have not heard of a boat stolen recently. Give me some information relative to the boat (LOA, LWL. type etc.) and from where it was stolen. Was it a dink, sailboat, panga? So many of us live on our boats, this is a very tight community and protective of each other. Channel 22 (cruisers net) reports problems from all over the marinas and water areas of La Paz. Never heard of a "lost" boat this year. Can you give me some more information? Perhaps we need a wakeup call or have a gap in security. Thanks.

vandenberg - 2-17-2008 at 03:59 PM

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3) Why the "gnu" in gnukid?

--Larry

I thought it a quite unique name.
A Gnu is an eland or a kind of elk type animal some where in Asia? :?:

And the kid part I took for being the offspring, like a kid goat.? :?:

Enlighten us Gnukid :biggrin:

Natalie Ann - 2-17-2008 at 04:14 PM

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Originally posted by kodiak
gnukid ...It sure does seem like you have a lot more trouble than the average "Joe" down in Mexico. :?:

..."Joe"... excellent, kodiak, just excellent. :lol:

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Originally posted by gnukid
.... But gosh darn it...

... gosh darn it??? :rolleyes:

oxxo - please pass the popcorn.

Nena

DENNIS - 2-17-2008 at 04:56 PM

I thought it was just a clever way of saying New Kid as in "New kid on the block."

Or..Is that too simplistic?

[Edited on 2-18-2008 by DENNIS]

shari - 2-17-2008 at 04:58 PM

Gee whiz, gosh darn...you guys sure like to pick on Mr.Gnu...lots of people here love to report all the violent stuff going on in baja, corrupt cops etc...so why shouldn't gnu report his bad juju...now about Karma..I once lived with a terrific, loving, caring woman who the worst **** happened to ALL the time...Karma doesnt' have to be earned in THIS lifetime! I am a very fortunate person in many respects but have had some bad luck in baja too at times...nearly all the ripoffs have been by gringos!!!! And yes folks sometimes the policia are happy to be able to bust a guilty gringo. Sometimes gringos commit crime here knowing it's harder to get caught and I have been scammed several times by sob stories from "destitute" gringos who took advantage of vulnerable tourists....excellent scam and because tourists cant' really press charges as they are leaving, don't speak spanish etc....the scumbags get away with it way easier than they would in their own country. Joy riding is common everywhere mate...and fun at the time...jejeje. But honestly gnu...maybe you need to move to a more mellow village.

[Edited on 2-18-2008 by Hose A]

Does this opera series sell soap?

The Gull - 2-17-2008 at 06:31 PM

Is this a novela?

Russ - 2-17-2008 at 06:46 PM

Novelist! :biggrin:

No we're not selling soap or do we talk opera. This show is but on by a bunch of nomadic children having fun. For the most part. :light:

UnoMas - 2-17-2008 at 07:13 PM

Hey Kid, Going to be in La Paz on Tuesday any chance of meeting the ultimate crime fighter. Could use some advice........ :yes:

vandenberg - 2-17-2008 at 07:36 PM

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It also has special meaning to computer nerds...

Check out the Free Software Foundation.

--Larry

Thanks Larry,
I'm far removed from That society, so I like my explanation a lot better.
Besides, I have a mental picture of Gnu that fits my explanation a lot better. More like "KNUT", if you keep up with the international news. :biggrin:

stanburn - 2-17-2008 at 07:39 PM

I have said it before and will say it again. I had a teenager that acted alot like gnukid once. All of these terrible things happened to my son and he didn't know why and was not at fault for anything.

In his case it was drugs. Am I saying gnukid is involved in drugs, NO, NO, NO.

However one has to ask themselves why allllllll of these things happen to him and not to others living in La Paz or other parts of Baja...........

lizard lips - 2-17-2008 at 07:49 PM

Pass the popcorn :lol:

Baja 5-0

Sharksbaja - 2-18-2008 at 01:40 AM

Hey remember that show based in Hawaii with a kid named Dano? I think he's been reincarnated in La Paz.
He was a victim on occasion and the super slueth did his duty and tracked down the varmits! Yes, those varmits!
I can dig a good mystery and Baja mysteries are so special. That's why I dig Gnukids ongoing commentary and associated drama. It/he brings new light to a sometimes rather drab environment(no offense) :lol:

and a good writer continuously chums the waters around him.
Fiction or nonfiction we're having fun. True or not, he's got style!
Don't you dare move away Kid! We seem to need this stuff, if nothing else, entertainment value. :lol:

islandmusicteach - 2-18-2008 at 08:14 AM

Gnukid, crime-fighters everywhere demand that you stop hanging out behind locked doors gaining weight - we need you out on the streets! Keep posting!!

woody with a view - 2-18-2008 at 08:53 AM

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However one has to ask themselves why allllllll of these things happen to him and not to others living in La Paz or other parts of Baja...........

i would quit asking, take up a collection from all other residents in the village and give the man a surprise party....after all, you can sleep at night knowing the crooks are looking for someone else! :light:

Let's think just a minute on Gnukid's claims

The Gull - 2-18-2008 at 10:24 AM

If Gnukid said that Mexicans instead of Gringos had created all this crime, I'm positive that many familiar posters would be jumping all over the posting with "yeah, all part of the corruption of Baja" and "boycott Baja".

Instead Gnukid has become the laughing stock of the board to even suggest that Gringos could be victimizing him.

Interesting viewpoints?

[Edited on 2-18-2008 by The Gull]

Iflyfish - 2-18-2008 at 10:31 AM

Shari
..Juan thinks I'm a bit off though...giggling to myself

Again Juan is right.

Gnukid fighting for truth, justice and the Mexican way! Keep em coming kid!

Iflyfish

gnukid - 2-18-2008 at 10:35 AM

The significance of the name Gnukid is as Larry mentioned gnu is significant to open source software developers. I made a commitment to open source code development many years ago and I appreciate the open source software community greatly.

Unlike the assumptions, I hardly consider myself to have bad luck. I am very lucky, enough to live in Mexico. I have suffered very little in my life. I have great friends among my neighbors here and at home in the US and my family is healthy. I am posting here because we share in a common circumstance. When I write about surfing and sailing I write elsewhere.

I know many of you who don't know me as gnukid. I am a pleasant person aside from the occasional feelings of sadness, that La Paz va a perdir La Paz.

In fact, I have had very few accidents in my life, never a broken bone which is surprising for someone who was a professional athlete for 15 years and was rarely a victim of crime except this year I got robbed by Chino Muleta. And the three incidents I noted in the last weeks.

In the same time. I also witnessed neighbors Chito and Juan who we have run out of the neighborhood to recently return and try to ingratiate themselves in good graces with their families and me, only to steal again on the first night back home, from their own families no less. My dog started barking that special low bark, I went out to the gate and I watched Jaun and Chito first choking while stealing gas with hose from peoples cars and then a basket of clothes from their own home? How silly can some crooks be. I didn't confront them until the next day as a group. Then when accused by their father they began to say it was Chino Muleta. Hah!

Thats not bad luck, that's good luck. Very few problems, and the problems noted were loss of property, thats hardly significant in the scope of life's probems. In fact to have my load lightened may have been a blessing. I, like many others, have (had) too many things.

Its not a big deal--these issues how you handle it is more important. I noticed my car was hit when the door didn't open properly. I think hit and run happens often here in mex due to the nature of dirt streets. I simply investigated this one and caught the jerk, who I happened to know. His name is ***** from Seattle and he lives in La Ventana where this happened. Let's face it, he was guilty of hit and run drunk driving--he's a real jerk--who tried to get away with it.

I could have arrived with the cops or I could have gone nuts and started in on this guy, but at first I arrived by myself calmly. I said I understand- you made mistake, and I guilted him into admitting it and agreeing to pay for the damage. He paid $5000 pesos. My car is being fixed by Peppy Pepe on Miguel L. De Legaspy, one of the finest, kindest most honest car repair shops in the world, if not a little slow, which I also appreciate.

The car will be done today and I will be happy! No matter what happens, when I get in my old classic cars and drive down some lonely road or the malecon in la paz I am happy to arrive at a beach or ranch and socialize with friends.

Now on to prosecute ***** ********* the woodshop thief.

And to begin with another woodshop to finish my 7 foot solid alder panel doors.

[Edited on 2-18-2008 by gnukid]

[Edited on 2-18-2008 by Hose A]

livencabo - 2-18-2008 at 11:24 AM

gnukid,
Thank you for returning this thread to the level of intelligence and restraint that I came here to enjoy. I plan to leave BCS for a while but hope people like you will continue to keep me informed about items that do not find their way into the press.

Susan

gnukid - 2-18-2008 at 12:39 PM

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Originally posted by lencho

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Originally posted by gnukid
The significance of the name Gnukid is as Larry mentioned gnu is significant to open source software developers. I made a commitment to open source code development many years ago..

Lemee guess: you're one of the multitude who changed their life direction at the dotcom crash.

--Larry

No lencho, although we likely have similar interests... I think we are on different tracks. I am still doing the same work I have for a long time, developing tools and methods for content publishing. I always visited and spent as much time in Baja as possible. I grew up in silicon valley. I still live there half time and work there full time.

If you think these stories about bcs are objectionable or funny you should hear my amazing stories from the back offices of the many start-ups I worked in. The falsifying of data, the idiot lawyers thinking they can manage a software company, sabotage of interdepartmental projects, the level of daily nonsense was amazing but truly, start-ups are a great challenge and those who do succeed deserve some credit for their success. I am not one who reaped huge profits.

One day I will tell those insider stories about Apple, Adobe, Xerox, Fairchild, etc...

oxxo - 2-18-2008 at 03:05 PM

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Originally posted by gnukidOne day I will tell those insider stories about Apple, Adobe, Xerox, Fairchild, etc...

I'm going to stock up with all the popcorn Costco has on the shelves. I need to get prepared! This is going to be good!

DENNIS - 2-18-2008 at 05:39 PM

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Originally posted by lencho

I think in a group, if one allows himself to be bullied or conned without responding, there's the fear that he's risking the esteem of the rest of the crowd. I think that phenomenon occurs even in an "anonymous" medium such as this.

--Larry

And maybe that's pure crap. With gnukid, you will never know what's going through his mind when he abstains from rebutal and defensive discourse.
Bullied and conned he has been. He was piled upon from day one when he reported police atrocities.
Why? Why couldn't people here accept the warning without accusing the man of slander? Why couldn't residents of the area in question look for evidence to support his claims instead of dismissing him as uncomfortable?

I don't believe gnu is off the wall, enjoying paranoia as some suggest. I believe he's performing a public service which the public doesn't want to hear.

I support and believe gnukid in all he says and means to this point. You folks down there should give him more credibility, and respect.

Find the man wrong.....Then bury him. Until then, get out of it.

Al G - 2-18-2008 at 05:56 PM

Well said Dennis...I too believe what he says holds water. Until someone gets off their home town "defensive" can, I have seen nothing so far to suggest he is anything but serving the public...that said, until I hear more, I do not believe he and I run in the same circles. Maybe it is an age group thingy :coolup:

[Edited on 2-19-2008 by Al G]

For every absurdity there is a champion.

The Gull - 2-18-2008 at 06:04 PM

This string bears witness to the fact.

DENNIS - 2-18-2008 at 07:44 PM

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Originally posted by lencho
Elevated discourse is always a pleasure. :lol:

Are you referring to the theory in general, or the application of it in this case? I uphold the theory (after all, I just made it up) and would actually argue about it some more if there were any hope of your being civil. As to the case... nahh, I'm on thin ground there. :biggrin:

.

--Larry

I've been trying to make sense of what you've said above, Larry. Try as I have, I can't.
I'm not civil in the face of absurdity. Never have been here or will be. Too old, no time for it.
Perhaps, in the interest of foreplay, you will rephrase your sentiment so we can move forward with high-quality nastiness. I'm confident your arsenal is well stocked.

[Edited on 2-19-2008 by DENNIS]

Skeet/Loreto - 2-19-2008 at 08:58 AM

Fiction is designed to excite the Reader,evoke the emotions of the Reader, sell Books, and ma They make money. Conflict in words causes many reactions.

Factual Books are mostly Dull as they do not excite the Readers emotions or much response from the Reader. They donot make as much money.

Anon The Preacher

DENNIS - 2-19-2008 at 10:10 AM

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Originally posted by Skeet/Loreto
Fiction is designed to excite the Reader,evoke the emotions of the Reader, sell Books, and ma They make money. Conflict in words causes many reactions.

Would that be a reference to the bible? I think it's the most sold book in history and certainly evokes emotion.

And what about that Korean book that the Muslims enjoy so much? It gets a lot of people hot and bothered.

vandenberg - 2-19-2008 at 10:23 AM

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In fact, I have had very few accidents in my life, never a broken bone which is surprising for someone who was a professional athlete for 15 years and was rarely a victim of crime except this year I got robbed by Chino Muleta.

Gnukid,
Could you elaborate a little on that professional athlete statement.
Since you seem to be surrounded by some unsavory caracters, whom you regularly confront without seemingly any fear of reprisal, your athletic training must be in the area of pugilism or martial arts ?

[Edited on 2-18-2008 by Hose A]

[Edited on 2-19-2008 by vandenberg]

gnukid - 2-19-2008 at 10:52 AM

For those of us who live in Baja, either in cities or in in its farthest points, there are times when we need help, guidence or even a friendly exchange.

For those who are not here in Baja it may seem, well it may seem that these conversations are far from reality. However, that is both the lure and bite that brings some us here to baja. To live a life which is at times more difficult and at times more rewarding. In any case, it's always an adventure.

Its interesting though that some 'old cranks' would rather divert from the heart of the story and instead side step into insults far from the type of feelings we in baja share.

Now that reminds me, when I was young I asked my grandfather who loved to go swimming and play in his retirement, what happened to all his friends he had when he was young? Why wasn't he still with his old friends? He told me they all got to be in bad moods and its no fun to be with them.

Its still hard for me to understand why the old guys get cranky...

Sharksbaja - 2-19-2008 at 01:07 PM

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Originally posted by gnukid

Its still hard for me to understand why the old guys get cranky...

I think it's a blood sugar problem. But you are right, old men are usually either really happy and friendly or they can be cantankerous and nasty. And women.............
Shields up!! :lol:

Gadget - 2-19-2008 at 04:56 PM

Man this is really hard work as a lurker to keep up with all this.
My brain is smoking

UnoMas - 2-19-2008 at 08:13 PM

For all of you who are so quick to jump, all I can say is that after I posted a invitation to meet with gnukid, he responded and we met today in LaPaz, had breakfast and good conversation. I believe the stories that have been told and he IS very well connected in La Paz, Come to find out we know several of the same people that span many years. So think what you want.
Thanks for the help kid, look us up when you are in L.B.

UnoMas

gibson - 2-19-2008 at 08:37 PM

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Originally posted by UnoMas
For all of you who are so quick to jump, all I can say is that after I posted a invitation to meet with gnukid, he responded and we met today in LaPaz, had breakfast and good conversation. I believe the stories that have been told and he IS very well connected in La Paz, Come to find out we know several of the same people that span many years. So think what you want.
Thanks for the help kid, look us up when you are in L.B.

UnoMas

yea right. sure. mentirossa!! (sp) :lol:

post a photo. oh wait. I don't need to see Paul's face here noooooooooooooooo aaaaaaaaaaaaaaahhhhhhhhh :bounce:

UnoMas - 2-19-2008 at 10:03 PM

Gibson,
Not hiding behind a name, sorry I didn't take any pic's and if I did wold not air them here, not my place. Why not go and get your own. I just had a question or two to ask, had a great visit and like I said had mutual friends that go back many, many years.
UnoMas

gibson - 2-19-2008 at 10:46 PM

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Originally posted by UnoMas
Gibson,
Not hiding behind a name, sorry I didn't take any pic's and if I did wold not air them here, not my place. Why not go and get your own. I just had a question or two to ask, had a great visit and like I said had mutual friends that go back many, many years.
UnoMas

just yankin' your chain. I enjoy (always have) Pablo's stories (trust me, I've heard MANY firsthand) just as much as the next guy. salut y viva LB

[Edited on 2-20-2008 by gibson]

Bajabus - 2-19-2008 at 11:02 PM

Can we get back to specifics about the boat? I hate hanging details in a good thread. Jack swords asked about it above.

bancoduo - 2-20-2008 at 09:17 AM

UnoMas<>gnuKid :lol:

vandenberg - 2-20-2008 at 09:18 AM

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Originally posted by Bajabus
Can we get back to specifics about the boat? I hate hanging details in a good thread. Jack swords asked about it above.

And I still like to know about his 15 years as a professional athlete. :?:

Pugilist or martial arts. :?:

[Edited on 2-20-2008 by vandenberg]

gnukid - 2-20-2008 at 09:54 AM

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Originally posted by Jack Swords
Gnukid, as a nine year resident in Marina de la Paz, friends with the owners, friends with the guards, I have not heard of a boat stolen recently. Give me some information relative to the boat (LOA, LWL. type etc.) and from where it was stolen. Was it a dink, sailboat, panga? So many of us live on our boats, this is a very tight community and protective of each other. Channel 22 (cruisers net) reports problems from all over the marinas and water areas of La Paz. Never heard of a "lost" boat this year. Can you give me some more information? Perhaps we need a wakeup call or have a gap in security. Thanks.

The boat was stolen from the dock on friday night/saturday morning. It was a 15 foot skiff. It was reported. Ask Mary or her son who worked with me to solve it. The security guards implied it was not a big deal since we found it, which was incredibly unsettling. Actions have been taken and the security has been told to be more vigilant to watch at night. I also have spent a great deal of time in MLP and while it is incredibly safe and pleasant, you need to keep things locked.

Slightly off topic, did you know that two pangas collided off of MLP Tuesday morning. One full of workers for Magote and one joyriding. The port captain is investigating. Not fun.

[Edited on 2-20-2008 by gnukid]

Iflyfish - 2-20-2008 at 09:57 AM

Vandenberg:

Ya got to give him a years pugalistic credit for posting on this list.

Not being an old fart who suffers from Irritable Bowel and other Irritable Stuff Syndromes, I enjoy his writing, the wonder of it, the bafflement, the rightious indignation, the pursuit of the villan, the satisfaction in righting a wrong, the hero in everyman, Voltair's Candide in Mexico. A very refreshing view and voice. I know that what he describes happens in Mexico and are the sort of things that make a cross cultured person scratch their head and want to tilt windmills, Sancho Panza comes to mind. I love the hyperbole, drama, and ongoing effort to tilt the windmills by righting wrongs.

I identify with gnukid sometimes. I recall one winter staying in Tulum and renting a car to drive through the Bioreserve. I had to fill my car at a gas station near Cancun. The guy at the pump was an amazing fast change artist. He would take a US 20 and give change for a Mexican 20. He was faster than lightning. I watched him do it the first time, challenged him, he had the most innocent face in his denial. The second time I tested him and sure enough, he did it again, even after I had confronted him. I was so peeed that I went through a third time, just to get clear how he did it and sure enough, he did it again. I was so irritated that I went to the local police station and roused the local cops to come with me to the station, I again confronted the guy in front of the cops and they required him to give me the change for my 20 Peso Bill......I threw the money on the ground in a pique of disgust and then saw the back of the cop get rigid and he pointed to the ground and told me to pick up the money. I did so seeing that I was clearly headed down a very dark road. The urge to make right a wrong is very powerful and it is only with age, and maybe a decrease in testosterone that I have learned to mellow out about some of these things, though my admiration of those who still tilt at the windmill has not abated.

Iflyfish