Tuesday, December 9, 2025

๐—œ๐˜€ ๐—Ÿ๐—ผ ๐—ฑ๐—ฒ ๐— ๐—ฎ๐—ฟ๐—ฐ๐—ผ๐˜€ ๐—–๐—ฎ๐—น๐—น๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ด ๐—ฌ๐—ผ๐˜‚๐ŸŒŠ Discover Our Improved Property for Sale in this Peaceful Beach Town

In the Heart of the Riviera Nayarit


The Lo de Marcos Town Plaza

Lo de Marcos is a small, welcoming town known for its pristine beaches and relaxed pace of life. Tucked between palm-covered hills and the Pacific Ocean, it offers a true taste of Mexico—far from the crowds of the bigger tourist destinations.

Waiting for Sunset at Playa Lo de Marcos

Here’s an AI-generated description I felt captured it beautifully:

Why Lo de Marcos Stands Out

  • Authentic Vibe: A traditional Mexican town with colorful buildings, a central plaza, and a warm local community.
  • Peaceful & Uncrowded: Home to stunning beaches—Los Venados, Las Minitas, and El Atracadero—perfect for swimming, surfing, and soaking in sunsets.
  • Walkable: Easy to explore on foot; golf carts and bikes are popular for getting around.
  • Local Amenities: Filled with eateries, organic markets, artisans, and charming accommodations.
  • Ideal Location: Situated in the Riviera Nayarit, just north of San Pancho and south of Guayabitos, within easy reach of Puerto Vallarta.
Read more and see our lot For Sale HERE.
Jon and Terry Turrell in April 2025
At Jardin Serein in Lo de Marcos
Another Favorite Restaurant

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Monday, December 1, 2025

Happy Autumn from Puerto Vallarta ๐ŸŒป Reflections on Caring for Jon, Sophie, Max, and Myself

My November Newsletter is Live!

Marigolds Planted for Dรญa de Los Muertos 
By the Vallarta Garden Club on the Isla Cuale

Happy Autumn from Puerto Vallarta!

It’s been a busy three months caring for Jon, Max, and Sophie—while also reminding myself how important it is to nurture my own well-being. November was National Family Caregiver Month, but I’ve decided to make self-care an everyday practice.

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Sunday, August 17, 2025

Last Day for this FREE Book ๐ŸŒทOur Life With Parkinson's has Changed๐ŸŒท

My Birthday Dinner at Bacelona Tapas in Puerto Vallarta
I'm Alone Now, Adjusting to the New Changes from PD
Read more at: Retirement Before the Age of 59: Our Life With Parkinson's has Changed๐ŸŒทand a FREE ...: Healthy Living and Traveling in Mexico Newsletter   
Greetings from Terry, Sophie, and Max, My ...

Terry L Turrell, Author

Sunday, August 3, 2025

Days 41 through 50 of 100 Days of Blue Water๐Ÿ’ฆ Cruising Virgin Voyages Solo

Searching for Blue Mind from Blue Water
Beyond My Home in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
On a Virgin Voyages Cruise Ship
Days 41 through 50 of 100 Days of Blue Water๐ŸŒŠ๐ŸŒŠ : The Mediterranean to the Gulf of Mexico
Searching for Blue Mind from Blue Water
Beyond My Home in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
Additional topics in my latest blog article include "Where's Jon?" and "Just Another Manic Moment: An eBook Sale".

On My First Cruise as a Solo Traveler

Sunday, June 8, 2025

๐—œ๐Ÿฌ๐Ÿฌ ๐——๐—ฎ๐˜†๐˜€ ๐—ผ๐—ณ ๐—•๐—น๐˜‚๐—ฒ ๐—•๐—ฒ๐—ด๐—ถ๐—ป๐˜€: ๐—ช๐—ต๐—ฒ๐—ฟ๐—ฒ ๐—œ ๐—™๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ฑ ๐— ๐˜† ๐—•๐—น๐˜‚๐—ฒ ๐— ๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ฑ ๐ŸŒŠ๐ŸŒŠ Days 1 through 10

Day 1 of Blue: On a Sailboat in the Puerto Vallarta Bay

What is Blue Mind?

I’ve included the term Blue Mind in many of my books. I often refer to it as the Blue Water Effect. Dr. Wallace J Nichols, a marine biologist, popularized the phrase with his book Blue Mind: The Surprising Science That Shows How Being Near, In, On, or Under Water Can Make You Happier, Healthier, More Connected, and Better at What You Do. Blue Mind is the mildly meditative state people fall into when they are near, in, under, or on water. It is peace. It is the feeling of calmness and relaxation from being in or near the water and positively affects our mental health.

The ocean is a common source of Blue Mind for me and Jon. That is one of the main reasons we moved to Sayulita, Nayarit ten years ago and now live in Puerto Vallarta. We look for ways to reach Blue Mind from the Pacific Ocean, where we live, and other seas when we travel.

Here are some ways we have experienced it. I started posting photos on May 26, 2025, and updated them daily, mรกs o menos.

Please continue reading at: Retirement Before the Age of 59: ๐Ÿญ๐Ÿฌ๐Ÿฌ ๐——๐—ฎ๐˜†๐˜€ ๐—ผ๐—ณ ๐—•๐—น๐˜‚๐—ฒ ๐—•๐—ฒ๐—ด๐—ถ๐—ป๐˜€: ๐—ช๐—ต๐—ฒ...:   What is Blue Mind? 

Wednesday, May 21, 2025

Preparing the Motorhome for Rainy Season

And My Window Valance Repair

Jon Caulked Every Place Water Could Enter

The rainy season is due to start in May, maybe early June. This will be the third summer we have owned Minnie Winnie. She hasn't leaked yet, and we want it to stay that way.

Jon is very detailed in his work and has to battle himself not to be too much of a perfectionist. Even in this 85-degree humid weather, he put in seven to eight-hour days working on the motorhome's exterior for six days! So much for boogie boarding this week.

First, Jon Removed Old Caulking

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Thank you for reading ๐Ÿ“š my books and blog articles. I would love to get a few reviews on Just Another Manic Moment: A Novel during May, Mental Health Awareness month. See the book cover in the right margin๐Ÿ‘‰. Click the cover to download it on Amazon, free with KindleUnlimited.