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What a full cultural experience it was to housesit for Carlos recently for the month of August. His lovely four-bedroom house in the Historic Centre matches the beauty of Puebla, a designated UNESCO World Heritage site. The location is great, close to everything you need including many tourist spots, while being in a very quiet neighborhood. As an artist, I enjoyed the artwork, paintings, ceramic sculptures, furniture, textiles, and porcelain dishes. I came in a couple of days early to meet Juanita and Chui, his two small dogs, and get the lay of the land. Carlos is an excellent host, showing me the food markets nearby, preparing simple but meaningful meals often accompanied by his Opera singing and sometimes his friends. Yes, he is a professional singer. He is very social and has a brilliant mind with a love for people. By the time he left for his trip, I knew where the banks were located, best restaurants, galleries, interesting stores, massage/spa, internet service/assistance, had water in stock and a Doctor if needed.
In the evenings when there was a short rainstorm, I left the metal doors/windows open to the courtyard and listened to music while reading a book. The courtyard has all kinds of beautiful flowers that I photographed. Watering a handful of plants was very easy.
His home is an easy 15 minute walk to the Spanish Institute in Puebla in the Historic District where I took immersion language classes for three weeks. The walk home was filled with lunch, shopping, museums and churches. The dogs are very easy to love and care for. They walk once a day however I walked them more often as I like the exercise and so did they. Feeding and watering them is easy.
I am returning in February for another housesit. I recommend Carlos with great affection. Thank you for everything, Pamela
Pamela & Kayo Housesitter
