BajaNomad

Figuring it out in Asuncion

Nan&D - 3-2-2010 at 09:24 AM

OK, here we go, into the sandbox....

Hello Nomad friends, those we've been lucky to meet here in Asuncion, those whose posts we've enjoyed for 2 years, and all.

We're celebrating our 22nd year of being in Baja. We used to take our daughters out of school for 2 or 3 months every winter, started out camping at Los Cocos, and later at Los Frailes. Three years ago we were looking for something more permanent and got hooked by Asuncion. Since then we've built a house and gallery, and now live here for 6 months a year. Our mutual friend Shari has already introduced us to the board with posts about big fish, accordions, art, and parties.

Now we're looking forward to doing some posting and meeting more Nomads. If you want to see some pics of Galeria Bahia and Asuncion, visit us at http://www.galeriabahia.blogspot.com/
Nancy

Bajaboy - 3-2-2010 at 09:25 AM

It's about time.....I'll probably see you in the near future.

And welcome aboard!

Zac

shari - 3-2-2010 at 09:38 AM

Whew!!!!! about time ya jumped into the fray!!! Welcome to the sandbox amigos...I really look forward to your posts as you both are so creative, multitalented and thoughtful... and will be sure to add your interesting prospective to this board

LOVE the new blog....and look forward to my birthday dinner/dance party! YOU ROCK!!!!!!

(dtbushpilot....your gorgeous wife's new painting really steals the show eh!)

here is nancy entertaining us with her killer accordian! (mr.bajagypsy and juan in the background)

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David K - 3-2-2010 at 09:39 AM

WELCOME !

Any friend of Juan y Shari is a friend of ours!

Nice paintings and metal art!

Thank you...

Neal Johns - 3-2-2010 at 10:54 AM

I like your rusty work, hope to get down to the big A next trip south to meet you all and Shari/Juan.
Honest Neal Johns (Trust Me!) :rolleyes::rolleyes::rolleyes:

shari - 3-2-2010 at 10:59 AM

"the big A" that's hilarious Neal...by the way...your books are being enjoyed by our guests all the time...well thumbed through!

I love going to visit Nancy & David's place...there is always something funky and new to catch your eye....here is the latest "wind guy"....this critter is the coolest wind vane I've seen and he sits upon a compass rose too...neat eh!

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Nan&D - 3-2-2010 at 11:07 AM

Thanks guys! We're in and out today with rabbit-proofing the grapes, and planning spots for the new plants we picked up in Vizcaino yesterday.
Nancy
(note to party-planning self---where Did I put the firecrackers and waterskis???)

Lauriboats - 3-2-2010 at 11:21 AM

Welcome my friends, glad to see you here. I love your new blog site. See you soon.

Skipjack Joe - 3-2-2010 at 12:37 PM

Wow. I'm looking forward to meeting you some day.

Your art is really beautiful. And I like the bird photo as well. The bottom boat picture is my favorite but they're all very nice. I may make a stop at Asuncion this June after all. Hope you will be there. I'm glad you decided to post.

I am also interested how you were able to overwinter in baja all those years while school was proceeding without impacting your kid's education. That's a big subject.

Natalie Ann - 3-2-2010 at 02:47 PM

Impressive art, a beautiful blog site, and killer accordion too!:wow:
You folks seem to be living heaven on earth.

Welcome to nomads.

nena

snowcat5 - 3-2-2010 at 03:50 PM

Great to see you guys joining in. Enjoyed my morning drinking coffee with you at your home last Nov. Hi to friends Shari and Jaun. I'll be back thru one of these days soon. I think your art and blog is great. RW

Nan&D - 3-2-2010 at 06:22 PM

Thanks again friends! We're feeling very welcomed.
Skipjack, being in Baja with our kids was one of the best things we did--you've encouraged me to write a post about it, but it'll have to be after party-planning...
Now where are those...skis. And the tambourine!
N

Tiomiguel - 3-2-2010 at 07:14 PM

Welcome Nance and David
Good for you to start out your posts and great website. Your picture from Shari is now in cold Ontario on our mantle. I also hear that Dave has his dream panga. Nice purchase guys. Enjoy yourselves. See you in November or at Christmas next year.
PS Happy Birthday Shari, I know you guys will help her.

Skipjack Joe - 3-2-2010 at 07:20 PM

And you've encouraged me to post a picture of dad with his accordian.

Why has that instrument been left behind like that? You have to go back to Marice Chevalier to evoke memories of accordians. I think it played a big part in French early 20th centry culture (think Moulin Rouge) but is now silent. Though I must admit I've never been to Milwaukee. Not very fond of polkas but the sound of accordian music drifting over the Seine - two thumbs up.

Geo_Skip - 3-2-2010 at 08:52 PM

Nan & D...

Good to hear you are still stirring things up....Thanks to Dave for letting me borrow his yellowtail. My boss still thinks I caught it!

The house and gallery look nice in their more finished state....but why do you need such a Big Antenna?

Best to Shari, Juan, Kevin and all the Amigos/Amigas in Asuncion

BMG - 3-2-2010 at 11:34 PM

Welcome. Hope to meet you in the fall when we can make it down to Asuncion again. Really like your art and am looking forward to seeing more of it.

Pompano - 3-3-2010 at 04:34 AM

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Originally posted by Nan&;D
Thanks guys! We're in and out today with rabbit-proofing the grapes, and planning spots for the new plants we picked up in Vizcaino yesterday.
Nancy
(note to party-planning self---where Did I put the firecrackers and waterskis???)


Welcome aboard, Nance & David. It's good to see you here.

Now..about this party...

I KNOW THE WAY TO ASUNCION...AND CAN BRING FIRECRACKERS & ROCKETS!

Bajagypsy - 3-3-2010 at 05:29 AM

Nan&;D, love your website! Hopefully we will see you in August!

Barbareno - 3-3-2010 at 06:31 AM

Nancy and David you done good. You're living your dream and it looks wonderful. Love the rusty art. The mermaid holds a special place in my heart. :lol:

Barb

Nan&D - 3-3-2010 at 08:56 AM

Pompano-Excellent work on the explosives. Do they come with Rice Krispy Squares?
And Barbareno--you can sell your water skis at your yard sale. We found ours.
N

Mexitron - 3-3-2010 at 12:07 PM

Beautiful art! I remember seeing your house in Asuncion last summer, but it wasn't quite finished. You're living the life!

josie - 3-4-2010 at 08:49 AM

Welcome to bajanomad Nancy and David. I hope you really enjoy BA. Sounds like you already have made yourself at home!