There Once Was a Village Named Yelapa

Years ago, while perusing one of my fave travel mags, I read about a small fishing village on the West coast of Mexico called Yelapa - a place you could only get to by boat.  Then, in some weird twist of fate - I decided I should star in a foodie adventure TV show.  The two things miraculously merged together and somehow that said pet project got sold to The Travel Channel.  Holy shit at the time - now, just another feather in the cap of life. 

I went back to Yelapa a few months back with 2 buds who were involved in the first show - then called "Stuffed."  We ended up not being able to use that title cause there were so many porns out there with the same name...but it was truly the perfect title.  The show on Travel ended up being called "Craving Adventure" and I still do just that EVERY SINGLE DAY.  When we were back in Yelapa for a little reunion, the magic had waned a bit in the moment, but now, looking back to early summer - I realize it was all about timing...as most things are. 

When I was there years ago, I was a different person.  A little girl almost.  Now, I'm a full blown woman (huh?) with a crazy life full of making all my dreams come true.  Sure, I twist them and turn them on a dime to fit my goofy whims, but they're still knocking around just like always.  Boats, water, movies, TV shows, writing, escape, travel - same stuff/different twist.

I love, love the photo of J9 and Lis walking down the beach, the same sandy stretch we traipsed for the show.  But J9 was wielding a DV camera and Lis was hauling an AC kit chock full of releases, batteries, bottled water, shams, and tape stock.  Way different than now, but same fresh feeling nonetheless - like we're making good time toward the future of SOMETHING.

I'm just on the cusp of making another show similar to that one, not starring me though.  Thank god - what intensity that was!  Deets will be forthcoming, but just remember - timing is everything in this wild world.  Listen to it. And, do you very best to make sure you are ready when it comes a knockin...

Comments

[Babs]

Glad to see your photos. Yelapa hasn't changed too much. Last time I stayed there it was about 50 pesos a day for a palapa with no walls. Way cool. I was there a week and when I came back to civilization, I almost felt like Rip Van Winkle......fun and different place.........

[bcarney]

I'm glad you did Craving Adventure, as it is the reason I googled you and discovered this blog. Thanks for the entertainment and enlightenment.

[misty]

That is exactly right, D.

Bali, Isla, Sea of Cortez - they all 3 sing my name most days...

[Dawn in CA]

Timing is everything -- so, so true. Also not being afraid to jump on an opportunity when you see one.

Got back from a week on Isla Mujeres recently. It's changing fast, but still managing to retain its Mexican charm... thankfully. Cochinita Pibil, empenadas and tamales from street vendors, dinner at Lolo's... my God, that place has some GREAT food. I'm already dreaming about our next trip. Even though I love to explore new places, sometimes you just want to go somewhere you know... ya know?