Category: Culture


  • Murals, History, and the Cultural Story of Lake Chapala A new video is now available on Living La Vida Lakeside, featuring a condensed walking tour through the heart of Ajijic, Jalisco. Filmed during a three-hour guided walk, this 30-minute video explores the murals, stories, and cultural influences that have shaped Ajijic and the Lake Chapala…

  • Every day is a learning opportunity when you arrive in a new country with a new culture. When you know just a little bit more, everything is more clearly in focus and appreciated. November 20th is Día de la Revolucíon – Revolution Day. There are parades and festivities throughout Lakeside. Children dress up on themed…

  • With so many cute school groups marching, synchronized flag demonstrations, bands, horses and more, I decided to simply lightly edit and present the entire San Antonio Tlayacapan 2025 Revolution Day parade. Enjoy!

  • So I’ve finally published what was always intended to be my first video on YouTube. Along the way I ended up publishing a number of short videos and two long format videos due to happenstance. With this one, I’ll explore with you the area I call Likeside with some history, culture, geography, stunning visuals and…

  • November 3rd – the day after all the big Día de Muertos festivities. I found myself in San Juan Cosalá preparing for an interview with a local bike shop for an upcoming video. The morning was quiet, and the plaza and main street were still blocked off. It was a perfect chance to get up…

  • I took a walk through the Lake Chapala Society campus in Ajijic. They had set up a number of ofrendas to commemorate loved ones who have passed. The ofrendas will be on display through early November, so if you get a chance, be sure to visit the campus before then.