Tue 23 Dec 2008

Hi everyone and Merry Christmas from somewhere in Northern Argentina! With the green grass and lots of palm tress, the Christmas spirit is MIA. But thats Ok because being so far away from family and friends it will pass like just another day. So have seconds on egg-nog and maybe pour a little extra gravy on those taters for me!
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A long time ago, when Wanda was queen of the house I lived in, she put up a tree for Christmas and decorated it just so. One night when she was at work I replaced the angel at the top with this little Mexican devil I had. The red devil had a patch of grey rabbit fur for chest hair and putting him at the top of tree made me laugh. But not Wanda. She was having none of it.
So, in the spirit of Christmas, and annoying Wanda, here’s a little devil that lives down in a mine we visited in Potosi Bolivia. The miners bring him gifts of cigarettes, booze and coca leaves in hopes that he’ll help them find a fat vein of silver. You can print out his picture and add it your own Nativity, then put shots of rum and cigarette buts around his feet. If he favors you, you might find some silver lining your clouds too.

(I added a page with a link to a movie Simon shot while we were riding the Salar. Check it out! -and let me know if it doesn’t work for you, I’ve had some trouble with video before)
December 23rd, 2008 at 12:34 pm
Merry Christmas!! Ana Tobin wishes me to remind you that we miss you and “we love you terribly much”!
December 23rd, 2008 at 8:39 pm
Merry Christmas Dan. I’ve really enjoyed watching the adventure unfold. The pics from the salt flats are awesome. Some the guys at work are starting to follow your progress. Keep the updates coming.
December 24th, 2008 at 7:27 am
Merry Christmas Dan!! I’m sure I speak for everyone enjoying your blog by saying “Thank you for taking us along with you!!” I anxiously await each new story of your adventure and have introduced several friends to your blog. The latest pictures are absolutely beautiful, please keep them coming. Sometimes the wait for a new entry is excruciating. I know you’re having the time of your life, what an adventure! With much Love and Peace. The Carters
December 25th, 2008 at 7:12 pm
Merry Christmas, Dan. I love the blogs. Hopefully one day you’ll turn this into a great book. I’d like an autographed copy please. Don’t care whose autograph. Safe travels. -Rusty
December 25th, 2008 at 10:46 pm
MERRY CHRISTMAS, Dan, from the Pleasant Acres RV Park Bunch. I’ve been printing your blog each time off with pictures for John. He has a folder he’s keeping them all in & shows them to anyone who will look at them. Loved the Salt Flats video – looks as if you’re having a good time. I agree with the book idea – should be a best seller with your writing ability. Your blog is such an educational experience – pictures are a dream. Stay well, our friend, and be safe.
Your friends at Pleasant Acres RV Park, LaFeria, Texas