Special Day in Puebla - A visit with Bob Cox and Family

 Dear Family and Friends,

Since we were in Puebla about 5 years back, we decided to forgo this part of the tour in favor of spending time with our friend, Bob Cox.  A few of you that read this post know Bob Cox, the same way I know him, from the internet.

About eight years ago, I joined a group on the internet who were from my hometown, Columbus, GA.  It was close to our upcoming 50th class reunion and several of us in this group were former classmates, reconnecting before the reunion.  Not all members were classmates, but we were all raised in Columbus and most of us went to the same high school.  The thing about Bob is that I never really knew him except for our cyber connection. Bob is about 5 years older than me.  What we had in common is that we both lived outside of the USA.  Over the years we have stayed friends through messenger.  

We met Bob in person when we were in Puebla five years ago.  Bob, a professional tour guide, showed us all of Puebla and the surrounding areas.  He knows more about Mexico's history than most any Mexican.  His roots are deep in this part of Mexico.  He is married and has raised children, grandchildren and even has great grandchildren.  

Our tour group was staying in an old, converted, convent.  Very spacious and a nice quiet place for lunch.

Bob arrived with his son Mike.  Sorry I did not get a picture of this handsome dude.  A short time later we were joined by his daughter, Claudia.  Mike could not stay for lunch, but Claudia joined us.

We spent the afternoon visiting and catching up.  Unfortunately, Bob's wife, Raquel was not able to join us for lunch,  

Bob is a very fortunate man.  He has a beautiful family that truly loves and cares for him.  It was such a pleasure to meet his son and daughter.  We were fortunate to meet two very polite grandsons also.

All in all, it was a wonderful afternoon spent together.

After Bob and his family left, the sun was starting to set.  Chuck and I walked a few blocks to the main town square.  

The cathedral in Puebla is one of my favorites.

While we were out, we happen to catch this amazing dancing.

As we headed back to the hotel, Chuck and I agreed that this visit with Bob and family was the best part of the trip so far.  

Thank you very much Bob for coming to meet us in Puebla. 

Love you,

Nancy