Feeling safe in San Jose de Cabo in the Baja. The locals mask up and distance. Hand sanitizer proliferates, shoe dusters and temperature readers common. The resort and restaurants are regulated to 30-40% capacity.

Even the plaza in San Jose de Cabo El Centro looks quite deserted on a Friday evening.

It’s the gringos pool and bar side one must be wary of. It’s not surprising that few countries will accept tourists from the United States. Mexico is open, they desperately need tourist dollars. I am happy to oblige safely and respectfully. I just head to the deserted beach chairs, far from poolside, and mask up when out and about.

It was the perfect place to spend election week, away from the acrimonious fray and continuous tension in the US, watching the baby turtle release, snorkeling, swimming and savoring the surf and seafood.

Sipping tequila and listening to Harris and Biden Friday night brought relief, joy, and a sense of sanity and hope. Mas tequila por favor. Salude amigos y amigas – to a better world.