Sol y Sombra
November 16th 2011 If San Miguel is all about sol (sun), Guanjuato is more about sombra (shade). This is not because the skies are cloudy, but more a description of mood, history and geography. Its chiaroscuro streets and enticing alleyways remind me of other places all at once, and I struggle to remember where and to fit the pieces together.
Meanwhile, Lorena, our Mexican property manager, settles us in and offer
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Tara Cloud
"A whole lot of nothing and everything"
Your images and language are so rich and original, "chiaroscuro streets and enticing alleyways, sluicing through the ... labyrinth, the cockroachy ambiance, sagging dwellings..." conjuring up an exotic, colorful, magical world. I can hardly wait to read your book that comes from your Mexican sojourn!