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Barry A.
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Thank you, Toneart----------I appreciate this, as I always appreciate and respect your intelligent posts.
I don't know if any of my "ego" comments actually apply to David, but I was addressing the accusation and speculation that his "ego" was distressing
some of the NOMADS.
Generally speaking egotistical people do not bother me, in fact I really enjoy them as long as they have something to be egotistical about. But you
are right-----ideally humility will come with wisdom, experience, and intelligent reflection on "what works, and what doesn't", eventually replacing
egotistical manifestations with those of humility. Thereby I probably DO feed some peoples egos, and doing so does not bother me--------I certainly
do not want to do the opposite, and try and shut them down. It is a fine line, but I much prefer to feed, rather than starve, their (?) egos, and reap
the results which hopefully is more good info.
As always, you make me think, and that is good. (tho sometimes I probably do not fully understand)
My best to you.
Viva Baja Cactus, and yes we need more.
barry
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DianaT
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Most of us have gotten some good information from DavidK----- but when someone disagrees with his "facts", he goes on the attack----then claims it
never happened----
Really like Baja Cactus, but when I said we didn't like Coco, good god one would have thought we committed a crime against humanity----we don't all
like the same places nor the same people --- there are some who don't like the Baja Cactus Hotel, and that is OK, or at least it should be OK.
[Edited on 10-20-2007 by jdtrotter]
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Barry A.
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Jdtrotter----------
--------and I say, "so what?" He is simply defending himself (tho I do not agree that David "goes on the attack").
I say, "let it go".
Viva Baja Cactus (and the Cabanas de Los Arcos of La Paz) 
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toneart
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Barry,
The "ego" reference was not specifically directed at you. It was brought on by an emerging general tone in this string, and others, about David K. It
was intended to be a gentle reminder to all, including David and myself, regarding matters of the ego. We are all guilty to some degree.
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Barry A.
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ToneArt---------
Ahhhhhhhhh, thank you. You are right again, of course. 
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Oso
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RE: Chu Foon
Dave, apparently he does discriminate since he doesn't bite EVERYBODY. But he won't tell me his criteria. It doesn't seem to have anything to do
with ethnicity or gender. Maybe it's "vibes". He accepts some people and mistrusts others. But, he does seem to be mellowing out a bit now that
he's getting some gray whiskers on his chin. He's also suffering from arthritis and losing his hearing. What is that thing about dogs and owners
growing alike?
Roberto, by well-behaved I mean he doesn't bark, crap on the floor or get up on the furniture. Also, he never bothers people away from his own
"turf". He usually doesn't pay any attention to little dogs even when they yap at him. But it is true that I have to keep him restrained if there
are any other male dogs his size or larger in the area. I can't see any trace of Pit Bull in him. I guess it's the Chow half.
Lencho, don't worry. I'll keep him in the truck if we get to La Paz. Actually, he may stay in the truck even if I'm staying at a dog-friendly place
if the parking isn't too secure.
All my childhood I wanted to be older. Now I\'m older and this chitn sucks.
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Roberto
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| Quote: | Originally posted by Oso
Roberto, by well-behaved I mean he doesn't bark, crap on the floor or get up on the furniture. |
All true, but Barry, with all due respect, this is a potentially dangerous animal. I find it difficult to equate that with "well-behaved".
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Oso, re Chu Foon
With respect and being absolutely sincere,
I would like to suggest that you check out the information available from Cesar Milan, the "Dog Whisperer".
As he says, he rehabilitates dogs and trains people.
“Travel is fatal to prejudice, bigotry, and narrow mindedness.”
—Mark Twain
\"La vida es dura, el corazon es puro, y cantamos hasta la madrugada.” (Life is hard, the heart is pure and we sing until dawn.)
—Kirsty MacColl, Mambo de la Luna
\"Alea iacta est.\"
—Julius Caesar
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Barry A.
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Oh boy----------------and the bit on "Chu Foon" came from where???? (I am going to regret asking that question, I know) 
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Getting back on topic, we stayed at the Cactus last night. What a delight! The room was huge, clean, well appointed and the price extremely
reasonable. Personally, we love pets under our table when we are eating (not that that has anything to with the lodging but seems to have leaked into
many a post on this thread ) and the Cactus welcomed our 3 dogs, all of which were out-of-the ordinary well behaved on this trip. Usually when we
stay in motels/hotels they spend the whole night growling at every little noise. Not so at the Cactus -- they just slept right through the night and
the place was full! Must be some kind of karma.
There was even one of those little coffee makers, complete with coffee in the room! We found the lighting adequate for reading in bed (Bajamigo would
have liked a littlle more light over the sink for shaving), the pillows and beds comfy, everything very clean, and the staff amiable. We love this
place!
Friends don't let friends drink white zinfandel.
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Russ
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If only Antonio could acquire all of Mama's corner I'm sure that area would become a destination instead of Rest Stop. There is so much to offer in
that area for the curious.
Bahia Concepcion where life starts...given a chance!
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Oso
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Sheesh!
"Every time I go to town
Boys all kickin my dog around
Even if he is a hound
Shoudn't be kickin my dog around."
For the record, it's been five years since Chu bit anyone. That was a guy who made the mistake of draping his elbow over our fence right next to a
very clearly marked Beware of Dog sign. He spent 10 days in dog jail for that even though there were no charges and it was conceded we were "legal"
with the fence and sign. This was for "observation". We have several friends and neighbors who are perfectly comfortable around him. When visited
by those who aren't or those he doesn't know well, we shut him in the bedroom. He does his job, home security, very well. I don't want the kind of
watchdog who will "watch" while we get ripped off. Chu does have a "rep" in the neighborhood. Where we live, that's an asset.
All my childhood I wanted to be older. Now I\'m older and this chitn sucks.
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Oso
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Now THIS is a dog I'd worry about
http://www.ebaumsworld.com/video/watch/43224/
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David K
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| Quote: | Originally posted by Russ
If only Antonio could acquire all of Mama's corner I'm sure that area would become a destination instead of Rest Stop. There is so much to offer in
that area for the curious. |
Russ, You will find El Rosario is a destination with so much to see and do in the area!
Please click on Viva Baja Self Guided Tours and check out the many sites in El Rosario and the surrounding area!
(Nomads, I enjoy helping people by giving them a bit of info or photos of places so they can decide to go there or not. If that is 'ego', so be it...
I am no different than other travel guide authors except I give it away for free here on Nomad... is that really so terrible?)
I think an ego showing itself here is more when I have recommended a place and someone else jumps in to say I am wrong because they had a different
experience there! As if what they experienced was a better indicator?
Like I said, I have eaten at the El Rosario area places many times and I suggested three (including a note about flys and animals for Baja's Best)...
Was there really a need to come into this thread and say more? Did it add anything? Or, did it detract from it? I also said that conditions change,
places go out of business or change cooks and that will change what you find. I told you what I experienced when I was there several times over the
past 3 years...
One thing is for sure, for you it will be better, worse, or the same as when I was there!
Vaya Con Dios!
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DianaT
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| Quote: | Originally posted by David K
| Quote: | Originally posted by Russ
If only Antonio could acquire all of Mama's corner I'm sure that area would become a destination instead of Rest Stop. There is so much to offer in
that area for the curious. |
Russ, You will find El Rosario is a destination with so much to see and do in the area!
Please click on Viva Baja Self Guided Tours and check out the many sites in El Rosario and the surrounding area!
(Nomads, I enjoy helping people by giving them a bit of info or photos of places so they can decide to go there or not. If that is 'ego', so be it...
I am no different than other travel guide authors except I give it away for free here on Nomad... is that really so terrible?)
I think an ego showing itself here is more when I have recommended a place and someone else jumps in to say I am wrong because they had a different
experience there! As if what they experienced was a better indicator?
Like I said, I have eaten at the El Rosario area places many times and I suggested three (including a note about flys and animals for Baja's Best)...
Was there really a need to come into this thread and say more? Did it add anything? Or, did it detract from it? I also said that conditions change,
places go out of business or change cooks and that will change what you find. I told you what I experienced when I was there several times over the
past 3 years...
One thing is for sure, for you it will be better, worse, or the same as when I was there!
Vaya Con Dios! |
How profound!
John
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Oso
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| Quote: | Originally posted by lencho
| Quote: | Originally posted by Oso
...a guy who made the mistake of draping his elbow over our fence right next to a very clearly marked Beware of Dog sign. |
Sounds like normal, healthy behavior to me. Why the bad rep?
--Larry |
I didn't say "bad". I just mean the neighborhood (and hopefully friends of friends by extension) knows the "Caution, Security Dog" sign is not BS.
Right below it are instructions to "use el timbre". Almost everyone does use the doorbell by the gate. It's a great screening device. If it's a
neighbor or friend, we lock Chu up and open the door. If it's llejobas or the ilk, they eventually go away.
But hey, I didn't mean to hijack this thread to talk about my dog, I just wanted to know if we could stay at Baja Cactus.
[Edited on 10-21-2007 by Oso]
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Barry A.
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Oso----
As a Ranger, when I entered someone's camp to check a permit, or something, and their dog acted aggressive (in MY opinion) I ALWAYS told the owners to
gain control over the dog or I would shoot it-----period.
I never had to shoot one, but I was bitten several times and came really close. We are not paid to get bitten------when it's me or the dog, the dog
almost always would LOSE.
A person with an aggressive dog is very liable for that dogs actions------private property or no.
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Russ: About Anitonio aquiring Mama's corner..............
Ain't goona happen! Ask Antiono (in person) sometime to tell you the history of the familys........... WARNING: your cheeks and ribs will hurt the
next day from laughing.
Mean people suck!
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bajamigo
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Stay at Baja Cactus, Oso. We had a room with two king-size beds, one for us, one for the perros. We brought blankets to cover the "dog bed" because
Antonio is rightly concerned about dog hairs on the bed covers. The room was spacious and nicely furnished, and very quiet except for the late-night
arrival of an extended Mexican family. The staff was friendly and courteous. Cost was 400 pesos.
The only downside for me was the absence of wi-fi and some decent lighting for shaving. But I'd definitely stay there again.
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| Quote: | Originally posted by Oso
For the record, it's been five years since Chu bit anyone. That was a guy who made the mistake of draping his elbow over our fence right next to a
very clearly marked Beware of Dog sign. |
Am I the only one who sees the humor in this statement? To me it suggests that the dog understood what the sign said and felt free to bite the man.
Now that's a smart animal.
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