S.W.I.M THE POOL BAR AT BELLA SIRENA

S.W.I.M is open for business with a brand spankin new menu with additions. It’s really coming together as the only green restaurant in town – they use mostly organic ingredients, preservative free when they’re able, and all paper is recyclable, so you know when you eat at S.W.I.M, you’re doing the environment some good! Stay tuned for their Spring Break and summer specials and events coming soon!

PENASCO LUXURY RENTALS

Come to Rocky Point in style, stay at the most elegant resort on Sandy Beach, and have an array of services at your doorstep. Think you have to spend a fortune to live large? You don’t! Check out Puerto Peñasco Luxury Rentals and see for yourself – they even have packages to suit your needs, but that won’t hurt your budget. Pricing is very competitive with the major rental companies in town but here’s the difference: here, you’re a VIP with Peñasco Luxury Rentals, and you get treated like it!
Check out their webpage: www.penascoluxuryrentals.com

ROCKY POINT IS SAFE - ROCKY POINT TOURISM

I had a meeting with Edgar Padilla, a heavy hitter in town, with three restaurants and Club Catorce. He’s got some excellent marketing ideas for Rocky Point to pull tourism over here and turn the tide a little bit! I hope that I can get MYN in the mix, too. It’s tight lipped, but genius all the same! Stay tuned over the next couple weeks to see how this develops.

A NOTE FROM JIM HAMBLIN ON THE LC BEACH HOME

The beachfront property was built in the 70's by my old friend Don Miller, who hired Guillermo Espino and his fishermen . . . who did a great job. Don and his late wife Sue were responsible for my late wife Suzie and yours truly deciding to buy an old ramshackle beach place in Las Conchas in 1983. Lots of history here...too bad folks don't know how great it STILL is!
Best regards,
Jim Hamblin

In response to the post about the Las Conchas beach home opportunity

EARTH HOUR

ACOMPAÑANOS ESTE SABADO 28 DE MARZO A LAS 8:30 p.m.:
La hora del Planeta.
"El interruptor de la luz es tu voto"

JOIN US MARCH 28th 2009 AT 8:30 PM.:
Earth hour
"Your light switch is your vote"

A NOTE FROM THE THIRSTY PARROT

HERE'S A HEADS UP PARROTHEADS. COMING IN APRIL. IF WE MADE YOU A FAN OF BRENT BURNS, IF YOU'RE A FAN OF REGGAE, CALYPSO, THE STEEL PAN AND ALL THAT'S BUFFET - YOU WILL LOVE ALONZO. SO MARK YOUR CALENDAR IT'S JUST AROUND THE CORNER

GET YOUR GIGGLE ON

I was having trouble with my computer. So I called Richard, the 11 year old next door whose bedroom looks like Mission Control, and asked him to come over.

Richard clicked a couple of buttons and solved the problem. As he was walking away, I called after him, "So, what was wrong?" He replied, "It was an ID ten T error." I didn't want to appear stupid, but nonetheless inquired, "An, ID ten T error? What's that? In case I need to fix it again." Richard grinned. "Haven't you ever heard of an ID ten T error before?" "No," I replied. "Write it down," he said, "and I think you'll figure it out."

So I wrote down: I D 1 0 T I used to like the little !!@#$%*@!!

MEXICO LIVING GUIDE'S TAKE - ROCKY POINT IS SAFE

ABOUT SAFETY IN MEXICO

Quick Facts:
Violent crimes are related to drugs. Don't buy or sell drugs.
Don't go to places you don't know (same as if you were in the US).
Mexico is safer than the United States (stats below).

Important Resources and Articles:
Wikipedia US & International Crime Stats and Info:
This clearly shows the danger of the United States, and when globally compared, Mexico does not rank on the list.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Crime_in_the_United_States

US Media Campaign Against Mexico:
http://narcosphere.narconews.com/notebook/al-giordano/2005/01/quottravel-advisoryquot-reveals-us-media-campaign-vs-mexico

CRIME USA vs. MEXICO:
Just about every country in the world now experience increased crime rates. However, there are usually safe areas in every country where the crime rate is lower or non-existent.
The U.S. State Department put out a warning about the violence in Mexico. The report states that 128 Americans were killed in Mexico between January 2005 and December 2007.

Click here to read the rest of this article direct from Mexico Living Guide!

LAST WEEK'S GIRLS OF ROCKY POINT CONTEST PICTURES

Priscilla is such a sweetheart!

Diana, la reina del concurso

Jess is my favorite!
Serious and R-Vel doin their thing

LAS CONCHAS BEACHFRONT HOME

Upon entering this luxurious home you are greeted by a wall of windows inviting you to step out to the waves of the sea of cortes crashing at your doorstep. This fully remodeled and fully furnished 4 Bedroom/4 Bathroom has upscale furnishings and the wonderful quailities such as: Plenty of parking in the 21X27 foot paved driveway, Archway entry leads you into the enlcosed couryard patio with barbeque and seating area and vegetation, Open greatroom with straight on views of the ocean from the kitchen, dining and living VIEWS, VIEWS, VIEWS and so mcuh more!!!

This house is priced below market for a fast sale. Make an offer to find out how to make this beach paradise your most talked about portion of your investment portfolio. Please call me for more details and qualities of this house. Truly a must see!!! Rental history that will be provided upon request. Click here for the picture gallery

Email me for more info: mynparty@yahoo.com.mx

TONIGHT AT CHANGOS - LAST GIRLS OF ROCKY POINT CALENDAR CONTEST

Tonight is the last bikini contest for the Girls of Rocky Point calendar at Chango's! You won't want to miss this one! We have a great line up of girls, drink specials, and DJ Baxter! What more could you want?!

See you there at 9:00

QUOTE OF THE DAY

Be happy. Talk happiness. Happiness calls out responsive gladness in others. There is enough sadness in the world without yoursðnever doubt the excellence and permanence of what is yet to be. Join the great company of those who make the barren places of life fruitful with kindness. Your success and happiness lie in you. The great enduring realities are love and service. Resolve to keep happy and your joy and you shall form an invincible host against difficulties.
Helen Keller

MYN'S 24TH ON THE 25TH

You KNOW I'm throwing a party...maybe two, who knows?! Since its on a Wednesday this year, I have that leeway haha I'm thinking a sassy cocktail sunset cruise on Wednesday with my besties, then Saturday night; it will be ON - you know this!

Stay tuned for more info on the party - you won't want to miss it!

UNITING PUERTO PEÑASCO

We would like to thank you for attending the first “Uniting Peñasco” meeting on February 26th. It is unfortunate that economic times are challenging us, one and all, but it was incredible to see more than 300 concerned citizens from both sides of the border come together as a united community.

The response on the questionnaires overwhelmingly showed that you are willing to be involved in this endeavor. Your time, money and willingness to serve on committees are essential since there is so much work to do. While the data base, containing the names of those that attended this first meeting, is complete, please continue to spread the word to anyone wanting to be included that was not able to attend. We are attaching additional blank forms that you can print and give to those interested in helping or they can be sent out via email.

Our next general meeting is scheduled for Thursday March 26 at 4pm, again at the auditorium across from city hall. We will present ideas from the various committees.

Thank you in advance for your continued support and involvement.

For more info, drop me a line: mynparty@yahoo.com.mx

GORP - GIRLS OF ROCKY POINT CALENDAR EVENT

Don't miss it this week's event, as MYN hosts the 3rd of 4 contests!

AMAZING BEACHFRONT HOME IN LAS CONCHAS

THIS AMAZING DEAL COULD BE A RENTAL GOLDMINE PRICED BELOW ALL KNOWN BEACHFRONT LOTS, & IS PERCHED IN THE SANDIEST OF SANDY SECTIONS OF LAS CONCHAS

Price: $649,000 In Section 5 REDUCED FROM OVER $1,000,000Las Conchas 4 bedroom 3 bath fully Renovated Beach-Front Home
Over 22,000 sq. ft. living area & 1,100 sq. ft. patio Detached casita with 550 sq. ft. for guest or maid's quarters Approximately 1/2 Acre Lot Sleeps 10-12 Private access to beach from 3 bedrooms Fully furnished & decorated with beautiful tile throughout Pressurized water storage system, zoned HVAC Full seawall built 5 years ago.

Price reduced from $1.3M. Best value for beach-front property in all of Puerto Penasco! Fully renovated and beautifully furnished, this house features 4 bedrooms and 3 baths. All new appliances and new alder cabinets. Fireplaces in living room and master suite. All desal and utility assessments paid. Bank trust in place.

For more info, drop me a line: mynparty@yahoo.com.mx

LADIES NIGHT AT THE THIRSTY PARROT

If you missed ladies' night at The Thirsty Parrot last night, you missed out on a slammin good time - I also sort of invented a new drink - it's a mix of the strawberry and the peach Fat Tuesday drinks, and it is DEEELISH! You shoud try it next time you head over.

Don't miss Ladies Night next Thursday!

MAX'S CAFE TURNS LOUNGE THURSDAYS

Who would have thunk that Max's would ever do an event like this? I sure didn't! Looks like a good time with 2x1 snacks and well drinks...live entertainment - what more could you want?

Well, it IS Ladies' Night at the Thirsty Parrot - you'll see me over there ;)

MYN SUPPORT - THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU

I just want to take a minute and give all my readers a shout out - you guys have kept me on my toes, humble, and inspired!

I am getting more responses, more hits, and more content to write about, thanks to YOU. Thank you for passing on my link, thank you for bearing with me when I promised you pics, and I didn't deliver, thank you for attending my events, thank you for all your love and support. It means SO much to me! I appriciate it a lot. I hope to become even better, so please drop me a line if you have news, info, gossip, questions, pics, whatever! MYN hotline is open 24/7: mynparty@yahoo.com.mx

GIRLS OF ROCKY POINT CALENDAR PICS

Check out all the contest pictures by clicking this link!

CASA BLANCA GOLF TOURNEY

Sign up at any Sea Side Reservation office!

ROCKY POINT IS SAFE, SAYS SUSIE FLINN

Susie Flinn, a full time Rocky Point resident local sent me this great info:

I do know a lot of you have visited our Paradise in Rocky Point, Mexico just recently and know that you did not have an unsafe situation. Please pass the word to your relatives and friends.
I have attached an article from Mexico Living that I thought you would enjoy ready the statistics;
Sunday, March 8, 2009

STATISTICS: Mexico is Safer than the United States

MEXICO IS SAFER THAN THE UNITED STATESInternational Crime Stats statistics show the United States as the country with the most crimes globally. According to Nationmaster, an International Statistics source the US is #1 in the world for crime and Mexico is #12.

Here are the latest statistics from Nationmaster (per capita refers to amount of victims per 1000 people):
Total Crimes:1. United States - 23,677,8002. Germany - 6,264,7233. United Kingdom - 5,170,8314. France - 3,771,8495. South Africa - 3,422,743
Here is the complete list:http://www.nationmaster.com/graph/cri_tot_cri-crime-total-crimes

LADIES NIGHT AT THE THISRTY PARROT

Tonight is Ladies Night at The Thirsty Parrot! Gals, drink free from 6-9pm!

LAST WEEK´S CONTEST WINNERS

Click here for the list of last week's winners of the Girls of Rocky Point calendar contest!

PAMPER DAY SPA

I had an awesome facial from Pamper Day Spa in town last week! I was chatting up one of the owners, who is from Guadalajara and they’ve got a great thing going over there – she is the skin specialist, her sister is the nail tech, and their mom is the hair stylist – a triple threat! They do everything from eyebrow wax to acrylic nails to a cut n color.

You can seriously go in there and come out totally made over! Stay tuned for their specials and more from them – I’m going to have a massage here pretty soon, and I will fill you in. Prices are extremely reasonable, and the service is star quality! They’re located on Sinaloa street, right down from the elementary school in a little plaza next door to a computer store.

GIRLS OF ROCKY POINT CONTEST ' RVEL AND SERIOUS ON THE MIC

Here is a video of R-Vel and Serious getting crazy on the mic at Chango’s on Friday night! I was way too busy running around like crazy to take pictures/video on Saturday! PS: DJ Baxter is now the resident DJ at Chango’s Friday and Saturday nights, and he was spinning some AWESOME top 40 and commercial hits. If you don’t come for the contest, come for the DJ!

GIRLS OF ROCKY POINT EDITOR

Guess what? I have been appointed an editor on Girls of Rocky Point’s website: www.girlsofrockypoint.com – check out what I have to say there as well as here!

MORE SEA FARI FUN PICTURES

These were taken at Bird island - get yourself on the boat: mynparty@yahoo.com.mx

ROCKY PONT IS SAFE - DAVE SAYS...

I can't tell you how thankful I am for my readers:

I always thougth americans were fairly smart, but come to find out there a bunch of sheep being lead to there downfall by the news media. Also it's fact that last year 6000 people were killed and only 18,000 were killed in the good old USA. 3000 killed in Tiajuna last year , 2,700 in L.A not even counting all of orange and san diego county. It only counts if your killed in mexico and you can pass this on!
DAVE

OK, I'M CALM NOW

So as not to end the day on a bad note:

S.W.I.M is re-opening tonight! I'll be there poolside with a margarita in hand, not to worry!

Thirsty Parrot's ladies night is tonight - girls drink free from 6-9pm

Around D Corner's 7th year Anniversary party is tonight around 10pm

I plan to hit all three, so I'll see you there!

xoxo,
MYN

POST #1534 (WARNING: NOT PG RATED)

Better late than never, but still bullshit all the same:

Hi Again,
It is now too late...Fox News pulled the poll question as soon as the Yes votes tied the NO votes...we were getting ready to overtake the NO votes and they pulled the plug...strange...or maybe they did not want the public to know the real truth about Rocky Point, Mexico. I spoke with Fox News and they had a sorry explanation...but still believe that Mexico is not safe. What fools!
Cindy

This is such crap! I wish there was a census of how many AMERICAN BORN CITIZENS live in Mexico. We wouldn't be here if it wasn't safe - retards...this seriously pisses me off to no end. I would LOVE to find stats on the safety rating of Phoenix and the surrounding area and compare it to Rocky Point...can anyone help me with that???? Drop me a line to contribute: mynparty@yahoo.com.mx

COSTA DIAMANTE CONSTRUCTION

Does anyone know what company is building the street side homes at Costa Diamante? It’s the only thing being built in this town – who’s doing it?! Drop me a line: mynparty@yahoo.com.mx

DEBBIE'S RESTAURANT IN THE MALECON

The other day I was sitting at Debbie’s, right next door to Boo Bar in the Malecon, and I felt like I was a tourist having lunch by the sea – I really like this place! The service was excellent, the food was great, and the atmosphere was just a little bit different than everything else on the Malecon. What sold me was the Dallas Cowboys helmet they have behind the bar – I’ll send every Texan I see over there! I had the chile rellenos, and they were super good! The first time I’ve had them covered in egg, the salsa was delish and they were stuffed with shrimp and cheese. Yummy! I will definitely be back for more – it’s the perfect day time upper Malecon restaurant for lunch.

LADIES NIGHT AT THE THIRSTY PARROT

Before you head out to the 7th annual party for Around D' Corner, get your tail to The Thirsty Parrot for Ladies Night! Gals drink free from 6-9pm!

See you there

A NOTE FROM JILL MITCHELL CONSIGN AND DESIGN

Hey Gals!

With spring just around the corner it is time to get those spring clothes out for recycling. Consign & Design is ready to recieve your clean current spring fashions for resale. Lets not forget the house needs to get its "spring cleaning" also. The furniture is moving out fast and we are ready to take in some more for the spring shoppers. We can pick-up or deliver, just a phone call away!

And of course don't forget Black Dahlia, the hottest nail tech in Penasco!!!!!CONSIGN & DESIGN doing it all for you, Clothes, Furniture, Nails

Open 7 days, in Old Port, 388-7449

GIRLS OF ROCKY POINT CALENDAR

This Saturday, don't miss Serious and R-Vel from Phoenix, and a special co host appearance by moi herself! The party starts at 10 ish - be there!

SEA FARI ROCKY POINT BIRD ISLAND TRIP

Looks like a lot of fun was had by the crew and the weekenders at Bird Island with Sea Fari tours!

Get on the boat: mynparty@yahoo.com.mx

QUOTE OF THE YEAR (FOR ME)

Nothing lasts forever: so live it up, drink it down, laugh it off, AVOID the bullsh*t, take chances & never have regrets, because @ some point, everything you did was exactly what YOU wanted.

-Sofia Murrieta

GIRLS OF ROCKY POINT CALENDER

Click the flyer to jump directly to their website!

MYN WANTS YOU TO VOTE

Cindy just wrote me:

Hi...can you get this out on your blog ASAP...get the vote to count...YES...you still go to Mexico. Go to:

www.myfoxphoenix.com and place your vote...make it count!!!

Thanks

Well, you heard her - get your finger a clickin and vote YES if you still come to Mexico! I live here, does my vote still count??

D'MAINTENANCE

Attention Rocky Point condo/home owners:

Do you come down once a month or less? Do you rent your condo out? Are you possibly having trouble keeping your investment maintained? Well, we have the answer for you: the D’Maintenance monthly inspection and exterior cleaning package.

We go to your condo or home once a month and do a full inspection of the interior to make sure all your appliances work, the a/c is in good condition, missing light bulbs or shorts aren’t an issue, and lots more stuff on our long list of items to check. We then send you a monthly report with our findings, and quote you on repairs if need be.

For the exteriors (geared for beach homes and villas) we go twice a month and sweep off your patio(s) wipe down all fixtures and patio furniture to keep the sea breeze from getting to it, and clean your windows so that your beach home is in tip top shape!

Get in touch with us for our full list of services: info@dmaintenance.com

THE GIRLS OF ROCKY POINT CALENDAR FAQ

Check out the FAQ they just posted on their website - it might answer any questions you have about the contest!

Ch ch check it out!

THE GIRLS OF ROCKY POINT

Okay, okay, so there are FIVE Girls of Rocky Point Calendar girls - stay tuned to see who the 5th one is! ;)

LAS CONCHAS BEACHFRONT HOME

Ladies & Gentlemen,

This is a beautiful 4 bedroom house, on a huge lot, in the quiet, sandy beach section of Las Conchas. (Section five) The price was reduced by half and is now listed below most beachfront lots at $695,000. With its new appliances and alder cabinets, stunning panoramic views, you will not believe it could be priced for less than the sand being listed elsewhere in Las Conchas.

It is absolutely worth seeing. Drop me a line for more info: mynparty@yahoo.com.mx

THE FIRST GIRLS OF ROCKY POINT FOR THE CALENDAR

Click here to see the first 4 contestants for the calendar!

ROCKY POINT IS SAFE

Dear MYN reader,

In light of all the bad press we are getting about Puerto Penasco, I’d like to offer my own bit of insight.

I have lived here for 4 years full time. I moved here (on a 2 month vacay) from Los Angeles, and I just never have gone back to the states. I feel safer here than I ever felt in the states. I would not live here if I didn’t. Check out a map of Rocky Point in relation to Nogales, Tijuana, and Ciudad Juarez. If you’ve ever driven to Rocky Point from Tucson or Phoenix, you know it takes 4 hours. Think of it like this: for us, we are 4 hours in ANY direction – north is AZ, east is Nogales, which actually takes like, 6 hours; south is Hermosillo, west is Mexicali.

The border crossing at Lukeville is almost laughable. There are 3 lanes, 2 of which are hardly EVER open. On the Sonotya side, there are 2. One of which is hardly ever open…it’s the easiest border crossing there is. It’s also one of the few that close!

Penasco is still a safe haven to (quietly) enjoy the beach, a pool somewhere, or the Malecon without worry of hassle or hustle (save for Mayan Palace OPC’s and kids with chicle)

Take into consideration the population of Americans here, as well. We just wouldn’t live here if it wasn’t safe. Yes, if you are in the drug business or are looking for it, you might get mixed up in the riffraff, but is that not true in ANY city in ANY country on the planet??

I’ll get off my soap box now; just know that Rocky Point IS safe!

GIRLS OF ROCKY POINT CALENDAR

The first contest for the Girls of Rocky Point calendar wasn’t all we were expecting, but this Saturday’s will be great! I think we need this extra week to do even MORE promos for it, so get ready to read ALL about it!

LAS PALOMAS BRIDAL EXPO

I went to the first annual Bridal and Quincianera expo at Las Palomas yesterday (here we go with LP) and it was SO amazing! There were so many vendors with so much to offer – everything you’d need to throw the traditional Quincianera party or the perfect beach side wedding. Stay tuned for pictures!

MYN'S WEEKEND

Merry Monday, MYN readers!

I sure do hope that you had a great weekend, as mine has been one of the best ever!

On Saturday, I was running around taking care of (blog) business and stopped by Las Palomas because I know they are trying to promote some things at the restaurants. I ended up having a job interview and I am now the Las Palomas concierge! Can you believe it?! I sort of can’t yet, either – I’m like, finally: a job that is right up my alley, in a place I like, with PEOPLE I like. What more could I ask for? Oh yeah – a salary + major MYN exposure + a chance to go on to something even better. I still have a few butterflies in my stomach.

Needless to say, you might get tired of hearing about Las Palomas, so please tell me when I’ve gone overboard!

I hope that you have a marvelous Monday – stay tuned for more posts…
Xoxo,
MYN