ONE FINAL TRIP TO PROGRESO, MEXICO

Thursday, January 25 – We returned to Progreso, Mexico, this morning to finish up our dental work. The trip across the border from Mission, Texas, was as always uneventful. Our appointment wasn't until 1:00 p.m. We arrived about 10 a.m. because we wanted to do some shopping in Mexico prior to seeing the dentist. It's fun to see all the sidewalk vendors and stop in the numerous shops along the way. You never know what you'll see.

A nice way to greet visiting Americans.
 
Shopping would have to wait because the first thing we did was to get Paul a haircut. We really likes to go to Gloria’s. He says they always cut his hair just right. And speaking of right, haircuts are only $5.00.

 
Then it was off to do some shopping. There are tons of stores that have just about anything you need and don’t need.

 
Need glassware?

How about some roosters?

Pottery?

Maybe a dressed-up pig or turtle?
 
Another fun occurrence is the many sidewalk opportunities to grab a margarita or a Mexican beer. Of course this is a great place to do a little people watching or enjoy a strolling Mexican musician willing to play you a love song.

 
Mexicans have such a sense of humor.

We arrived at the dentist about ten minutes early, and Marsha was called back right on time. She received her permanent crown and a cleaning. Since we use the same dentist in this dental group, Paul had to wait his turn but was called in to have his permanent crown cemented in place soon after Marsha was finished.

We had a brief shower while in the dentist office. We remained dry, but Progreso is not really modern enough to get rid of water in the asphalt/dirt streets. Things tend to get a little muddy after an infrequent rain shower. Luckily all the sidewalks are covered so things were high and dry except when necessary to cross the streets.

With dental work completed it was time to have a little lunch. We shared an order of Lonches at Farmacia Jessica. You get a free margarita in the restaurant with any purchase in the drugstore. The Lonches were delicious, the margaritas refreshing, and the customary Mexican musician very enjoyable.

 
We rarely take photos of food, but for those who do not know what Lonches are….here you go. We got four with our order. The buns were so fresh. We highly recommend getting an order at Jessica’s. 3 margaritas + 4 Lonches = $10.

 
It was a long day in Mexico. We arrived about 10:00 a.m., and it was 2:30 p.m., so time to head back across the border and return home. Border crossing are quick in the Rio Grande Valley. We showed our passports and were ushered through customs without any problem. They didn't even check our purchases. They only asked if we were American citizens, and if we had cigarettes or alcohol to declare. Forty-five minutes later we were pulling into the RV park in Mission, Texas.

It’s always a good idea to set your emergency brakes!
 
We have a couple more social events this weekend with friends, and then we head down the road early Monday morning. We are heading to Seminole Canyon and then on to Big Bend National Park. Both are located in the very isolated area of South Texas, which has very limited cell phone or internet service, so we probably won't be posting any blogs until after we return to “civilization”  or find a hotspot at the Lodge. Funny how being “disconnected” is an unfamiliar event these days! If you have a suggestion of a “must see” or “must visit” place near Seminole Canyon or Big Bend, please pass it along. Thanks!

Thanks for stopping by. Hope to see y’all back real soon. Have a great time!