Show Notes:

Join us on a journey with Marnie J. Ross, who shares thoughts of her life as an expat in San Felipe, Mexico, and dives into her work as an author of murder mysteries. Marni shares her experiences, from everyday cultural nuances to the world of pickle ball inspired novels.

Key Points

• Marnie's transition to life in San Felipe

• Cultural observations in Mexican traffic

• Discoveries in San Felipe: Dos Mares Restaurant & more

• Insights on rising costs in a retiree's paradise

• Marnie's writing process & her murder mysteries

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If you, your organization, or, your business would like to sponsor an episode, please email us at cactusleft@gmail.com.--or--DM us via Messenger or What'sAp.

*We choose our sponsors very carefully. If you hear us talking about products or services it's because we have tried the product or service, and, can vouch for it.*

You can reach us at: cactusleft@gmail.com

Thanks for listening!

Your hosts, Cal & Tricia

*The views expressed by our guests may not necessarily be our own.*

ABOUT

Turn Left at the Cactus is a locally operated podcast in San Felipe, Baja, Mexico. This podcast has a primary focus of discovering what foreign nationals who live and work here--full or part time--find so attractive about the area, why they moved here, and what they think is deserving of more attention. However, we don't always stick to the script, so anything is possible.

We drop episodes as often as we can interview people and San Felipe life doesn't interfere. If you have a suggestion of someone you think should be interviewed, please email us at: cactusleft@gmail.com Please put: Suggested Guest in the Subject Line. Thanks!

Producer/Audio Editor/Engineer: Calyn Whedbee

Hosts: Calyn Whedbee and Tricia Sikes

Show Notes:

Join us as we explore the amazing struggles and triumphs of Carol Dougherty and Wendy Sanguinetti, two passionate souls who, with the help of many volunteers, have transformed their lives for the love of stray and abandoned dogs in San Felipe, Baja, Mexico. Relive their inspiring journey through an intense and informative conversation that uncovers the stark reality of what it takes to organize and maintain a viable dog rescue in our town of San Felipe, Baja, Mexico.

Key Points

• Overcoming culture shock in pet rescue
• Conquering logistical hurdles in cultural differences towards dogs and cats
• Innovations in creating the San Felipe dog sanctuary
• Engaging the community for animal welfare
• Aspirations for a dedicated vet hospital and a larger facility

• Working with the local municipality to create a dog control department
• The need for donations of dog food to get them through the summer and what SCORE 250 is doing to help
• Drop off locations for dog food this week include: Pete's Camp, Road Runner, San Felipe Brewery, Chenowith Lodge, Race Land Baja
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To contribute or to find out more information: sanfelipedogrescue.org

To support TURN LEFT AT THE CACTUS podcast--

Please LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, REVIEW, and FOLLOW us on Face Book.

And, we wouldn't say no to a propina at: ⁠http://www.ko-fi.com/turnleftatthecactus⁠ ! Gracias!

If you, your organization, or, your business would like to sponsor an episode, please email us at cactusleft@gmail.com.--or--DM us via Messenger or What'sAp.

*We choose our sponsors very carefully. If you hear us talking about products or services it's because we have tried the product or service, and, can vouch for it.*

You can reach us at: cactusleft@gmail.com

Thanks for listening!

Your hosts,

Cal & Tricia

*The views expressed by our guests may not necessarily be our own.*

ABOUT

Turn Left at the Cactus is a locally operated podcast in San Felipe, Baja, Mexico. This podcast has a primary focus of discovering what foreign nationals who live and work here--full or part time--find so attractive about the area, why they moved here, and what they think is deserving of more attention. However, we don't always stick to the script, so anything is possible.

We drop episodes as often as we can interview people and San Felipe life doesn't interfere. If you have a suggestion of someone you think should be interviewed, please email us at: cactusleft@gmail.com Please put: Suggested Guest in the Subject Line. Thanks!

Producer/Audio Editor/Engineer: Calyn Whedbee

Hosts: Calyn Whedbee and Tricia Sikes

Show Notes

Strap in as we join forces with Mike Lawrence and Dawnette Carpenter on an exhilarating ride called "Racing for Boobs." This annual all-women’s off-road race doubles as a crusade against cancer, raising funds, and awareness in a flurry of dust and determination. From breast cancer survivors to newbies behind the wheel, hear how these racers and their off-road machines power through one hundred and twelve miles of rugged Baja, Mexico back country with grit and determination—all for a common goal--to beat cancer.

Key Points

• An all-women off-road race for cancer awareness

• Participants span ages, from 14 to 65

• Race features various vehicle categories

• Personal race stories & team strategies shared

• Fundraising efforts & community support highlighted

A Special Shout Out to the following people and organizations for their generous support of this event:

Owners of Car:

1) Ken Paige

2) Preston Case

Race Team:

1) Dawnette Carpenter - Driver

2) Kate Van Dyke - Driver

3) Copy Wilson - Co-Driver

4) Tracy Adams - Co-Driver

Crew Chief:

Michael Lawrence

Race Prep Mechanics:

* Mike Vivilacqua

* Keith LaRoche

* *Special Thanks to Filmore for his Fabrication Expertise

Pit Crew:

* Robbie Castaneda for his Love & Support, Above & beyond: supplying food, set-up, break-down AND Everything Else

* Dawnette’s Son, Dustin Close

* George Jackson

* Tim Harrison

Sponsors:

Chenowth Legacy Lodge

Wayne’s Bait Shop

Jollymon Bar and Restaurant

Raphael by the Sea

Rancho Market & Deli

The Wing Shack

Tequila Pigs

Pete’s Camp

Alex House Restaurant

Frankie’s Beach Bar & Grill

Baja 24/7 Real Estate

Garden of Eat’N

Second Chance resale

RaceLANDBaja

Chase Creek Cattle Co.

Mario’s BBQ & Grill

One Stop Services

Social Media, Design, Print & Digital Media:

Cara Curfew-Kociela - Marketing & Facebook Page

Tom Campbell - Shirt Design & Layout

Joe Pier - The Breeze Magazine

Calyn Whedbee & Tricia Sikes - Turn Left at the Cactus Podcast

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And, we wouldn't say no to a propina at: ⁠http://www.ko-fi.com/turnleftatthecactus⁠ ! Gracias!

If you, your organization, or, your business would like to sponsor an episode, please email us at cactusleft@gmail.com.--or--DM us via Messenger or What'sAp.

*We choose our sponsors very carefully. If you hear us talking about products or services it's because we have tried the product or service, and, can vouch for it.*

You can reach us at: cactusleft@gmail.com

Thanks a million for listening!

Your hosts,

Cal & Tricia

*The views expressed by our guests may not necessarily be our own.

ABOUT

Turn Left at the Cactus is a locally operated podcast in San Felipe, Baja, Mexico. This podcast has a primary focus of discovering what foreign nationals who live and work here--full or part time--find so attractive about the area, why they moved here, and what they think is deserving of more attention. However, we don't always stick to the script, so anything is possible.

We drop episodes as often as we can interview people and San Felipe life doesn't interfere. If you have a suggestion of someone you think should be interviewed, please email us at: cactusleft@gmail.com Please put: Suggested Guest in the Subject Line. Thanks!

Producer/Audio Editor/AudioEngineer: Calyn Whedbee

Hosts: Calyn Whedbee and Tricia Sikes