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Fuente: Onda Latina Magazine

Mayo 2006

MEMORIAS DE UN INMIGRANTE

“Las locas ilusiones me sacaron de mi pueblo…” dice la letra de una canción de mi querido Perú; sin embargo esas “Locas Ilusiones” son las que realmente nos hacen dejar nuestra tierra para ir a una desconocida, y tratar de darle una mejoría a nuestra vida.

“Ya vengo vieja, tengo que irme, nuestros hijos no tienen una buena vida aquí, el dinero no alcanza y no hay comida suficiente, pero yo voy a la tierra de los dólares a trabajar para darle un mejor futuro”

“Papá y mamá, quiero tener educación en el extranjero, voy a sacar una visa de estudiante y tener mejores oportunidades de vida, ¡voy a viajar!”

“ Mamá, el dinero no me alcanza, ya soy una profesional y mantengo a mi hijo sola, necesito viajar, pero quisiera pedirte un favor que me cuesta con toda el alma: Puedes cuidar a mi hijo de 7 años temporalmente?” (Esta me parece conocida)

Y así vamos a seguir escuchando miles y miles de historias, de motivos, de razones que nos hicieron dejar nuestras tierras, nuestros hijos, nuestras familias, nuestra tradición, y todo para seguir nuestras ilusiones y nuestros sueños. Las razones son distintas pero el fin es el mismo, los medios son distintos pero el fin sigue siendo el mismo: Un mejor futuro.

Aún recuerdo la despedida con mi hijo, ¡Que duro! ¡OH Dios mío! Creo que es lo mas duro que he pasado en toda mi vida, me imagino como habrá sido tu caso, si que duele, ¿Cierto?

Dirigir, liderar, educar, curar, aconsejar, limpiar pisos y casas, baños, hacer tacos y pizzas, fregar, lavar, servir, cocinar, construir, recoger basura, cortar y empacar carne, limpiar lo mas sucio y sin embargo hacer lo mas limpio… ¡Trabajar Honestamente! Esas y más son las labores que muchos de nosotros los inmigrantes ejercemos con honradez, lucha y sacrificio, pasando por muchas dificultades con la tristeza de haber dejado a los que mas queremos y a la tierra que nos vio nacer y crecer.

Que orgullosos debemos estar de ser inmigrantes que trabajamos honestamente para nuestras familias y para esta maravillosa tierra que nos acoge. Que orgullosos debemos estar que con nuestro trabajo somos parte importante de la economía de este sistema. ¡Que agradecidos debemos estar con este maravilloso país que nos acoge, y que orgullosos debemos estar de ser hispanos!

¡Dios bendiga a los Inmigrantes!

¡Dios bendiga América!

The southern part of Spain, the Costa del Sol in particular, has been on the list of many home buyers in the country for quite some time now. Factors such as easy connectivity, the sunny climate, glorious lifestyles, protected and secluded beaches, top of the line golf courses, marinas and others too numerous to mention, make this a perfect place to invest in property. Besides, with the local authorities spending considerable amounts of money on the development on the region’s infrastructure, the region’s real estate sector reflects its growth.

With the recent turmoil in the world’s financial sector, this area too has been slightly affected, leading to some significant discounts being offered. While property owners might view this period with disfavor, an increasing number of home buyers are looking at buying property on the Costa del Sol. There are a number of bargains in the region, and there are properties that are selling at close to a 30% discount. This is mainly in an attempt to attract new buyers.

Amidst the wide array of property that is up for sale on the Costa del Sol, there are a number of penthouses that are being viewed with interest by many home buyers. Some of these penthouses are part of very lavish complexes, and come with access to the complex’s health club, swimming pools (indoor and temperature controlled), golf courses, etc. Besides, there are many penthouses that come fully furnished and you do not have to worry about setting up the house.

Golf in the region has an avid following, and there are more than fifty golf courses that the region can boast of. These golf courses are visited by golfing aficionados from the world over, with many choosing to buy a home in the region. The fact that the region has a pleasant climate for most of the year is one of the main reasons that people decide to live here.

While still bearing some of its old world appeal, the Costa del Sol has also opened its arms to modern day living. The area is replete with nightclubs, restaurants, theaters, bars, pubs, entertainment centers, sporting activities, shopping centers, and so on. Besides, there is also a wide range of water-related activities that you can engage in, some of which include snorkeling, scuba diving, and sailing.

When buying Penthouses for sale on the Costa del Sol, there are a few things that you must keep in mind. These include the budget, the investment’s purpose, the location of the property and the time required to close the deal. Once you decide why you wish to buy the home (as a holiday home, for living in, to put up as a rental) you should have a clear idea of which locality would suit your requirement. With high budgets, you should consider places like Puerto Banus or Marbella.

You can use the internet to embark on your search for penthouses within the Costa del Sol. There are many web sites that offer Costa del Sol real estate listings, and it is advised that you go through as many as possible before negotiating any one deal.

Del Mar California is a dream town – an upscale ocean-side community just north of San Diego.   Within the Del Mar city limits, a quaint historical village serves as a backdrop to a small seaside resort first made famous in the 1930′s when Bing Crosby, Jimmy Durante and other race horse lovers from the rich-and-famous Hollywood set out to build a horse race track at the fairgrounds.  

1.  The Place To Be Is Epazote

Del Mar’s historic downtown village dates back to the 1880’s and offers over sixty unique shops, quaint inns and hotels and twenty five restaurants with enough variety to please even the pickiest of shoppers and eaters.  A great place to begin or conclude your shopping and dining tour of Del Mar proper is at the impressive Del Mar Plaza at the corner of Camino del Mar (old Highway 101) and 15th Street.  The plaza is the home of my favorite Del Mar restaurant, Epazote.  

Epazote is a wonderful place for lunch or end of the day cocktails because it has an outdoor patio that swells with sunshine, sea breezes and enchanting panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean.  It’s also one of Del Mar’s favorite nightlife destinations with a contemporary, upscale vibe.  Sleek and sophisticated, its 180-degree views of the Pacific, a hip bar, and a cutting edge ocean view lounge makes it a great day or night experience and you can walk back to your hotel.  Oh, and did I mention the food – all of it – is creative, unique and wonderful?

2.  Take A Hike Through Time

Torrey Pines State Park is a 1700 acre natural habitat to the rare Torrey Pine tree and is one of few locations in the world where the Torrey Pine tree grows. The park offers seven hiking trails with stunning views of wind bent trees, abstract sandstone formations wildflowers and the sea below, all of which is constantly changing as the sun and cloud formations move to change the lighting.  Locals park just outside the park in the free parking lot along the ocean and Highway 101 and walk up the hill to the Nature Center for a great workout and spectacular scenery.  You can spend a whole day hiking up the cliffs and down to the ocean through red sandstone canyons carved thousands of years ago.  Be sure to bring your camera because all the trails have incredible views of the Pacific Ocean.  In spring and early summer the hillsides are cove red with native plants ad spectacular wildflowers.

3.  Up, Up and Away

Soar through the sky in a hot air balloon as it becomes part of the wind and glides effortlessly above the hills and bed and breakfast inns – a calm, peaceful and relaxing way to panoramically take in the enormity of the Pacific Ocean and San Diego countryside.   Hot air balloon companies offer daily sunrise and sunset tours from a site near the Del Mar fairgrounds and race track.  You’ll float eastward towards Rancho Santa Fe and the Cuyamaca Mountains and experience rare views of the San Diego coastline from San Clemente all the way to Mexico.  

Many describe flying in a hot air balloon as one of the most serene, enjoyable activities they’ve every experienced.  Sunny skies and a heavenly sunset allow you to experience what it’s like to float among the clouds.  If you’re staying at a hotel in Del Mar, you can experience the views and flights of a lifetime with Panorama Balloon Tours, Skysurfrer Balloon Tours, Magical Adventures or Sky’s The Limit Balloon Adventures.  Simply Google them for information.

4.  Get The Tan Of A Lifetime

With 2.5 miles of sandy beaches and excellent conditions for swimming, body surfing, board surfing, boogie boarding, or just lounging in the sun, Del Mar is a vacationer’s delight.  A nearby bed and breakfast in Encinitas is just a block from Moonlight Beach, appropriately named the Inn at Moonlight Beach.  On some beaches, residents are allowed to bring their dogs for great games of dog/human Frisbee.  No matter what beach you’re on, you’ll see hundreds of people spending the whole day under the sun with friends and family.  The best and most popular beach is at the end of 15th Street – crowded year around with families, couples, friends and surfers.  Del Mar beaches are so popular because the waves are usually gentle and it’s a great place to learn to surf.  A good selection of Del Mar hotels are nearby.

5.  Pedal Around Town

Bike riding is one of the simplest ways to have fun, enjoy the wonderful Del Mar scenery and stay fit and in-shape, especially if you’re staying at a Del Mar B&B or other vacation or resort lodging.  With our near-perfect weather all year, enjoying the great outdoors is a way of life for most Del Martians.  Ride up and down the quiet residential streets along the ocean.  Del Mar is full of paths and trails that give cyclists an opportunity to relax, exercise and explore.  Any way you cut it, Del Mar is a great place to have fun, get fit, and relax!