Controller of the Universe

Sharing snaps and a story, regarding the easel Frida Kahlo received as a gift from Nelson Rockefeller, back in the 40s. It sits at the Museo Frida Kahlo in Coyoacan, CDMX, displayed along with her wheelchair, paints, and palette. Her house is one of the hottest tourist tickets in Mexico City, and it’s always interestingContinueContinue reading “Controller of the Universe”

Teotihuacan

Springtime shots from a trip to the Teotihuacan Pyramids, about 30 miles outside of Mexico City, along with some thoughts.  If had a bucket list, this would have been on it, so I’ve checked that box.     Teotihuacan was the largest urban center in Mesomerica – it existed about 1000 years before the Aztecs, with aContinueContinue reading “Teotihuacan”

Xochimilco Axolotl

So, this spring I went to Mexico City for a visit; I’d never been, but heard good things, and it didn’t disappoint – great people, food, culture, history, and weather. I stayed in Condesa, where people were walking everywhere, the jacarandas were in full bloom, and the sidewalk cafes were popping.   Spent time in Roma,ContinueContinue reading “Xochimilco Axolotl”