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Sunday, November 30, 2014

Signing off

Chivis Martinez for Borderland Beat

Thank you for the many good thoughts, comments, emails, they are appreciated more than you will ever know!

I will be lurking and helping with moderating.  And what happens in the future, that's for us both to discover.

I love 99% of you all, even the Millies and Willies.

The Chapo Snitch Guy, you became classic, I think that must have surprised the hell out you as well, I immensely  enjoyed the comments of  contrite,  written to the Chapo Snitched Guy.

The 1%, well...ain't going miss you at all, and you know who you are.

 My favorite personal Borderland Beat success story

I received an email from a person whose 18 year old family member had vanished crossing into the US.  They had called GEO along the border and every agency they could think of.

Then they emailed me.  It was a long shot.  But border sources I am rich with.  I called Border Patrol contacts, who gave me a GEO contact, and within a couple of hours I found the kid who I will call Julian.  

BUT he was being released in a couple hours.  That meant being  bused to the international bridge and told to march into Mexico.  In this case, the city of Acuña Coahuila.   

Coahuila is the territory of Los Zetas, who would be waiting on the Mexico side for that bus and forcibly "recruiting" the young strong people.  Julian was in danger.


I called on my friend Lacy who lives in Mexico with her husband.  Also sent my assistant to Acuña with one of the backpacks we give to migrants at the Casa Migrante shelters.  New clothing, a little cash, phone card, toiletries  etc.  She took a couple bottles of water and a sack lunch of sandwiches etc for his bus trip.  We bought a bus ticket back to the interior Mexican state he calls home,  all this in case Lacy would spot Julian.  I contacted the priest at the Migrant shelter asking if Julian could stay safely there until his bus left.  He said "absolutely!".

Everything set.  Lacy had less than an hour to get to the bridge with a photo of Julian. (he is in the photo above left  taken at the shelter with his new backpack and ticket)  Incredibly, she and her husband Emiliano see Julian.  My blonde American buddy hurriedly approached Julian, he looking scared out of his mind, and she tells him she is there to help him and to go with her.  Looking back on the situation, if he had time to think, I doubt he would have climbed into the back seat of her car.  

But he did. :)

And off they went to the shelter.  Julian had nothing.  They kept all of his belongings including his cell phone (a story I should have written about) But Lacy called his family and he was within a couple of minutes, speaking to his cousin in Oklahoma.  His father also lives in Oklahoma.  His maternal grandparents raised Julian on a farm in Mexico. 

My assistant arrived at the shelter picked up Julian, and gave him his ticket, some money and the backpack.  It was then time for the bus station.  He was placed on the bus.  I received an email when he was safely home.  It was a long journey.  He said he never intends to try going to the states again and again experience that nightmare.

It turned out perfectly.  Amazingly well.  Everything depended on precision team work.  and lots of luck. 

Appreciation and mad love to my sidekick Lacy and Emiliano .....also to all of you followers.   

and the beat goes on......

Your friend,

Chivis


120 comments:

  1. see you laters chivis , take care where ever you end up at. and keep helping those kids out here .i myself went to outreach and alternatives school for troubled kids and teens.and the people who to reach those types of kids are true blessing . que dios te amiga . tyrone the mexican . lol imreally mexican .but i like the name tyrone .lol .

    -tyone- in the house

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    1. you are killing me right now Tyrone because I wasn't sure JAJAJAJA

      you and anyone else can write to me anytime

      chivis.martinez@hushmail.com

      Paz...

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    2. Thank you for all your time and effort, you will b missed!.....can u recommend similar blog for me to read since this one's shutting down? Thanx

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    3. Is the blog going away? I thought he just said he would be lurking and moderating now, implying it would still go on?

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    4. Chivis is a women

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    5. Thanks for all that good info. Mexico is full of rich racist people. Been around them and just don't think much will change. Hope you keep opening people's eyes to reality. Take care. Neto

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    6. Now is time to give chance to the next BB reporters. See how their work developes... just like Chivis reporting work Did..

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  2. And the beat you march to is unlike any I have ever known. But it is time you took some time for yourself and unwind after years of long days and sleepless nights working on your next story and worrying about BB.
    i know you will be lurking in the background and be there when we need you, but it will not be the same. We will try to carry on, but we can never keep up with your beat.
    We'll miss you.

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    1. Garcias compa...you will do great everyone will.

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    2. and cher did say that to sonny....:)

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  3. Awww that was such a great day! We worked well as a team. Love you bunches and will surely miss your beautiful writing about our beloved Mexico! Can't wait for your long awaited trip to see me! Love ya tons xoxo! Lacy

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    1. Lacy girl it may be sooner than you think. I will privately talk whats up...but I am selling my beautiful house in the city you work in...

      cagney..:)

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    2. Can't wait....I have been thinking about that for awhile now. Let me know when!

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  4. God speed Chivis. Time to move on.

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  5. Bye Chivis.. thanks for all of those great articles.... And thanks for not forgetting about the San Fernando bus massacre and the Durango massacres.

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  6. Thanks for everything Chivis. You have been an inspiration to us. As I said, you poured your heart and soul into this site and it just grew from there.

    This site is the best site in the world to many of us and it's thanks to you Chivis. I read bb everytime I get a chance. The risk that you guys take and the reporting that you do is phenomenal.

    Thanks for everything Chivis. I firmly believe that you leave this place in good hands.

    Don't get me wrong, we'll miss you. Please pop up every once in a while and let us know how you are doing. Good luck and GOD speed.

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    1. I really like the comment about Chivis pouring her heart and soul, and her making us want to follow her phenomenal reporting! I agree , that it's people like Chivis who come along and make a difference in this world. BB is a great website and I believe she had a lot to do with it. We the readers could really feel the pain that it took for her to write so many stories, and I could sense she did it almost to the point of as an obligation to those who would have no voice otherwise! Chivis, we appreciate you! If it's time to, I understand, I don't know how you were able to do so much without getting sick from your health! Alot of the information that you put out there was gutwrenching! I did all I could , not to watch the most gruesome pics and videos! I didn't want to get desensitized to the horrible things happening in Mexico! Yet you were always there to be on top of it. From answering questions to clearing up coverups by Televisa! It must be hard for you to leave, but you have gone above and beyond! I also want to thank the other reporters that also have dedicated their time and efforts. Hopefully they can continue doing great things and we readers keep supporting them!

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  7. Please take care chivis, we love you.

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  8. Ay cuidate comadre, descansa y no dejes que la chinches te piken

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  9. Chivis you rock! Your 'sweat equity' and your 'skin in the game', have made a difference for so many....and we are many. You have sacrificed more than any of us know. God speed and take good care of Chivis. Kind reader.

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  10. damn chivis, always been more of a lurker than a poster, but gotta say gonna miss you and your articles well I wish you the best in your future endeavors take care chivis

    see ya when I see ya - el torito

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  11. Wonderful tribute you gave above to all those poor souls.Good luck in your future endeavers Chivis.

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  12. Viva la Chivis! Ive cried many a times at night over the stories you have posted and shared with us. Now I have tears of joy! Godspeed to you and your family. You will forever be in my heart. -Nutcase

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  13. I have been reading BB (almost daily) since 2009. I will truly miss you Chivis. I still don't know why that one lady calls you chiva though lol

    A concerned citizen who hates politics and admires heroes such as yourself.

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  14. Gracias mi Chivis. Te deseo lo mejor. Paz y amor.

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  15. Have to share the 1% tried to weigh in...saying this is my 50th goodbye. he is an idiot and can even count to two.... ...You criticize me, but always showing your raggedy ass back at BB everyday, trying to get my chiva with your nastiness.

    culo get into rehab and you better be nice to the group of reporters coming up. I will be watching. We have lost many great reporters because of people like you.

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    1. Don't worry about it Chivis. Haters just remind you that you are doing something right.

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    2. Sometimes I wonder if those are actual readers or trolls that want to shut up your reporting because of how effective it is! Remember they are only 1% 99% still love you guys and gals!

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  16. Love you chivis, I wish you the best to you and your family! God bless you

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  17. to the reader thinking BB will shut down...NO! it will not....as Buggs said "BB isn't going anywhere.

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  18. Chivis in a good way, will u marry me............take care mujer bonita y hermosa, dont know how u look like but with that heart of yours eres una chula pa mi......cuidate mi chivis and take care

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  19. U da best home girl! Much luv from C.C. Califas kid! Home girl I know your works for your Raza from L.A. to Mexico. Your a saint. God speed!

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  20. I tried joining the board once and you politely messaged me and told me that the IP address I was using aligned with someone who had been a source of trouble in the past, so joining the message board was a no-go. That most definitely wasn't me... I never could quite figure that one out. I would like to wish you all the best, and thank you for making a difference. Que Dios te acompañe siempre.

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    1. I thought about it and I think I transposed two numbers when I logged it in my folder. That is the only explanation. I am very sorry, and felt badly.. the culprit was a dangerous dude who threatened to attack the site.

      paz

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    2. Not a problem... Take care of yourself!

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  21. Thanks for all you have done, sir! This site was definitely the BEST English language border news site on the internet. I don't speak Spanish so I can't speak on the quality of Spanish language sites. But this one was always a trusted source and I used information from your articles to help create and edit dozens of Wikipedia entries as part of the "Mexican Drug Wars" articles on there.

    Good work and God Bless for the work you have done!

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    1. thank you John I think so also! Keep the faith friend.

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  22. Chivis - Thanks for all the truth and inspiration you have shared with us. You are a straight up awesome person and I will truly miss you. Bless you, be safe and good luck in all that you do.

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  23. If you have an enemy it means you stood up for something...
    I lived in usa for 20 odd years and have lived in 5 states in mexico in the last three years.. And from a gringos perspective chivis AND all the rest of the crew at BB are heros.. Im finally learning spanish but have far to go .. But this site is something i turn to daily.. I actually see/know the dangers of this country and words cannot express how much you guys mean to a english speaking person. You open the closed americans eyes with this site.. All the while risking your culo .. And have buttwipes like the 1% who just dont get how real it is down here.. Ill miss your stories but im sure the beat will keep going on... Paz en GRO "we need it" lol

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  24. Chivis Gona Miss Ur Work From Phx Az 602!!

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  25. Hasta la Victoria siempre chivis

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  26. Thank you Chivis for your endless courage

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  27. Good luck Chivis! I'm a reader of BB and I must say, I been amazed by your articles here!

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  28. CHIVAAA!!! I ain't saying goodbye, i know you will be around, butyu never said how big your shoe size, i am still wondering if your feet are BIIG like a kangaroo's, andwy areyu leaving them big shoes here...
    Anyways chivis i hope you have it god and plenty you deserve all the best wherever you go, we'll remember your avoirdupois and vile language, VISIT ONCE IN A WHILE! Ok?
    --I know gentlemen are not to ask, but, did you like it ?
    Atentamente: the evil motherfucker
    PS you did wonderful, you are a real RINO because you really believe the compassionatism more than the conservatism, it shows on the good deeds...OXOXOXOX

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    1. gunboats my mother used to call my size 8 feet :)

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  29. Ora si mil mscaras, quien podra ayudarte? El chapulin colorado ya se murio, el chapo esta en el bote y la civa ya se ve, ora si vas a verlo que es cajeta...
    Pena nieto has got el chavo el ocho killed to distract from his many crisis with all the many funerals widely attended and prmoted on televisa, like mexican tv never publicized any murder or massacre...

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  30. Chivis, from the 1% who love you so much it hurts, we behave like a$$#£€$ to get your attention because nobody wants us, nobody likes us, not even for money, and then you get snatched by your 'chivis paladins', it is not funny.
    Atte: el mil mascaras, aka hannibal lecter(wannabe), aka el estalker, aka el mil masacres, el paracaidista de los grannypanties, etc etc etc...

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    1. Love your crazy ass millie...you are annoying, in a loveable sort of insane way...

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  31. Chapo losing the war

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  32. I dont get it chivis about the chapo snitched guy i thought he was just a watered down punk? But people apologizing? Im confused cant tell if its sarcasm or what

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  33. You will be sorely missed chivis, it's the end of an era I wish you all the luck you undoubtedly deserve in your future plans x
    Atte berty boohoo

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  34. By felicia

    Where you sinaloa nuthuggers at now

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  35. May God bless you and all the lives you touch with your AGAPE love. Continue to be light in this dark world. You have made me a better person through your tireless efforts.
    Tu hermano en Cristo

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  36. Thank you chivis for keeping the word "A La Verda" I learned so much from you how Mexico really is, a sad never ending story I've personally dealt with a couple BAD APPLES FROM ALAMO,VERACRUZ OVER HERE IN THE STATES, BUT it's people LIKE YOU that make up the beautiful Mexico... May you enjoy the rest of your life and continue being the wonderful person you are
    PS. All of us here on BB would like you to stop by and say hello everyone and then:)
    -Love from Mcallen Tx

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  37. I gotta write you a corrido.

    -El Arrepentido de la Sierra

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    1. Al compas del bajo sexto,
      Aqui les va este corrido,
      pero subanle todo al BASS,
      para que retumbe chingon el sonido...

      chivis se nos va del blog,
      se los digo con mucho dolor,
      porque ella nos traia,
      la narco Guerra a todo color,

      Una "viejona" maciza,
      que no le teme a nada,
      siempre nos daba buenos articulos,
      a toda la plebada

      Tu blog es el primero,
      Como este no mas no hay,
      Eso te lo decimos,
      Y tambien el Chapo Snitched Guy,

      Hasta pronto Viejona,
      Tu eres la mejor,
      Que estes bien tu y tu familia,
      Y que los cuide el Señor.

      Con esta me despido, mi chivis
      Ojala te haya gustado,
      sin leer tus articulos chingones,
      me vas a dejar frustrado

      -El Arrepentido de la Sierra


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    2. Lol. That's a f@cken awesome corrido

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    3. El Arrepentido got down with this corrido pala viejona Chivis. Much love.

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    4. ony I can refer to myself as old lady btw.....

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    5. Viejona means "bad ass woman", not old lady.

      -El Arrepentido de la Sierra

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    6. jajaja i never knew it to mean anything else than old lady. Thanks for the correction. It was ok...i call myself that all the time.

      BTW I have it in word document to keep a copy of it.....:)

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    7. My original corrido to the Chapo Snitched Guy:

      This corrido is dedicated
      to the crazy Chapo Snitched guy,
      who said Guzman would be a rat,
      we all rolled our eyes, I really don't know why,

      He said it in every single topic
      here at borderland beat,
      even if the story was about the zetas,
      or if it was about massacre on any given Mexican street,

      We all would tell him to shut up,
      his same old comment was getting lame,
      then one day chivis said Chapo Snitched,
      we look foolish, we have ourselves to blame,

      So this little corrido,
      goes to my hero the Chapo snitched guy,
      I'll pray to you for forgiveness,
      up till the day I die!

      -El Arrepentido de la Sierra

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    8. This I also loved immensely!
      trouble is chapo snitched guy should have written me so I knew the real chapo snitch guy

      now it is CNG often imitated...but never know if real or not

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  38. Thank you Chivis, I always enjoyed reading your posts. I wish you the best in life. May God fill your life with blessings.

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  39. Signing off??? What you talkin' about, Willis?

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  40. Thank you Chivas, you have allowed me to introduce the realities of life in mexico to my upper-middle class white friends who dont understand why doing cocaine is ruining coutries and causing the population to flee to the US. People dont believe stuff untill they see it, and the stories and pictures you have offered speak volumes. Gracias por todo y vaya con dios

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  41. Good luck in the future Chivis , whatever you do , and God blessing you and Fam. I will miss reading you , this was my source of info. since a woman reporter tell me about in 2009 , hope for better things for my Mexico , get a well deserved rest my friend

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  42. Con todo respeto...pinche chivis no te vayas! You have been a part of my daily routine and I will miss your dedication to us readers and those lost souls in Mexico. Mis respetos a usted senorita Chivis.

    I loved the chap snitches shout out. ..that dude was epic ...

    chivis...I will miss you!

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  43. j admire votre courage chivis , comme celui du peuple Mexique , longue vie a vous tous . un Français

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  44. CHIVIS >>>>>>>>>>>>>CNN, FOX NEWS, AL JAZEERA, MSNBC, PRIMER IMPACTO, TELEMUNDO, UNIVISION & BDN.

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  45. goodbye chivis! i will miss u :(

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  46. Ladies and Gentlemen, Chivis has left the building.

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  47. good luck Chivis de parte de los Antrax

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  48. Don't leave..... come back!!! the place won't be the same without you. Great work on Julian's rescue btw.

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  49. I'm going to miss your articles. Thanks for the good reads. Good luck and safe travels!

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  50. Se fue chespirito y ahora tu. Nos duele tu partida mi chivita. Saludos desde bakersfield.

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  51. Chives why are you leaving did CHAPO SNITCH ON YOU?

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  52. Thanks for all of your hard work. I've been reading for a long time and never left a comment. I'm very grateful for all of your work and have directed many people to the site. Good luck.

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  53. Gonna miss you chivis from Chicago chi- town puro Guerrero stick around for a few CHIVIS YOU ARE BORDERLAND BEAT .

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  54. thank you chivis, I learned so much from you and this site and will continue to check in, you are truly a soldier in this war against evil, thank you for all you've done to expose this ever changing situation, you will be missed

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  55. Chivis snitched!!! lol classic...
    goodbye and good luck chivis... adios!!

    -TETO

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  56. Thank you, to a Lady who has "Bigger Balls" then most of us. For all your hard work and sacrifice for the better of Mexico and its People. From LA California. Salud!

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  57. Much respect and gratitude, and would love to meet you someday.

    Feynman

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  58. Chivis I started back when I traveled the border region,I kind of thought this was a blog for hillbilllys to bash on mexicans....then I read your articles and you engaging with the readers now thats special just keep on truck'n and ride off into the sunset for now:)

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  59. Thanks for making a difference, Mexico will one day look back and one day maybe a page of Mexican history will recognize you and your efforts for not only making a difference , but getting thousands of others motivated and involved in making Mexico Better! I love Mexico and it's culture, and you have done soo much to maintain that culture by doing the impossible ( You Know What I Mean )! I wish you the best , you have a good heart and that means alot! I will say thank you from all those who have sacrificed their lives and are not here today, also for them having you to tell their story!

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  60. Come on chivis! Don't tell me that peña nieto gave you a couple of bucks to stop writing about all the bad things that keep happening in México
    just kidding
    Saludos

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  61. Thanks chivis
    For all your hard work and sacrifices you make to get the truth out and stories no one wants tell you are a hero :)

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  62. Damn, I have never left a comment on this site before, but I must now. I have a question for you Chivis. Have you ever thought about how many people you have impact or have impacted in your life? Man, I truly respect and admire what you do. I will definitely miss reading your articles. I'm here in bed wondering what I'm going to reading tomorrow and in the near future. lol. Thanks for all your hard work. May god be with you.
    Best wishes,
    insomnia dude.

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  63. Chivita, I will not say good bye to you because I have a gut feeling that as much as we're going to miss you, you're going to miss your fans as well. That's just the way you roll. You're just a good hearted lady that's needs some R&R for a while.

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    1. already the case, like I forgot something, all day!...abrazos, amigo

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    2. that was my name...growing up "chivita"

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  64. That corrido at 11:48 is badassed epic!

    even the chapo snitched guy got props.....

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  65. Those souls that perished that you so nobly honored, are at Peace, and have your back! How many lives have you saved might not be ever be known, but it is a FACT that you are a Mexican Patriot.

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  66. This was written for you, before you took this path. God bless you and protect you, brave one.

    “Look at every path closely and deliberately, then ask ourselves this crucial question: Does this path have a heart? If it does, then the path is good. If it doesn't then it is of no use to us.”
    ― Carlos Castaneda

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  67. Chivis you will be missed.. very sad day.. it wont be the same without your quips.. and awsome stories.. ive been reading for years and have NEVER read a story of yours i didnt like.. god bless you, i hope your health and safety are never compromised. . Really will miss you

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  68. Well make November 30th, Chivis Day!!..

    I got your email chivis girl well keep in touch. I love your work and commitment to us mexicans and your side work of heart to help the needy. May God be with you and you know what? Chase your dreams and don't look back.

    Laters, NAJ

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  69. Good luck Buela Chivis, and THANK YOU for all the hard work and contributions you've made toward a better Mexico. We will miss you.

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    1. hey kid...if you are ever ready....I know you would have a greater following than anyone, including me....:)

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  70. You are unique and that's what makes you special. You would dig up stories and follow up hunches your readers would ask you to follow up on, and the whole time maintaining your humbleness yet inner strength! Thank You So much!

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  71. I never comment on this ..but i will say thank you for all your wk ... ive been reading blb for a good 2 yrs and will continue. .. best wishes from SA Tx

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  72. Good luck and safe travels - You have brought so much valuable information to regular US citizens who have been inundated with the propaganda BS from both the US and Mexican governments. I truly feel for your citizens fighting this war and will continue to raise awareness in my circles of influence to change more viewpoints of the standard Mexican cliches. Love you and I salute your bravery and tenacity to bring us the stories that are the TRUTH

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  73. Wow, sad to see you go Chivis. Thank you for all your hard work, and for getting me into this blog, I started following it only to read your stories. It is a great blog, and I have learned so much, it is life changing! I will continue to support BB, and thanks again.

    El Paso Ro

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  74. Good Luck on your future endeavors! I remember the day I found this website I been hooked since! God bless! I don't comment much but love to read the articles you write! Dios te bendiga!

    El Chicago Zacatecas!

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  75. Thanks Chivis for the great articles. Be safe and God Bless.

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  76. Damn Chivis..already this site has tumbled. no disrespect to the others, I know it is not easy. but one guy/girl is stuck on refrying the same story of #43 then dishing it out

    and the other guy/girl took your post of three weeks ago added some jalapenos and onions and served it to us.

    I will give BB a little while but doesn't look like I want to stay around. I HOPE you rest and come back!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    "nothing here to see"

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    1. awwww...don't say that! It will be fabulous, it will be different but variety is good.

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  77. Chivis, thank you for all your work, best of luck to you. Take care.

    -Junius

    PS
    I haven't forgotten about the email regarding the creator(s) of mundonarco, I'll contact you in the near future.

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  78. I seem to have accidentally deleted a really nie comment, a long thoughtful note of appreciation. i

    I am sorry about that :(

    but know if it is missing here I did see it!

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  79. My dear Chivis,
    You will be sorely missed by all, and especially by me. Your work has been so important. Please be safe. I know that God will hold you to his bosom. I am 70 yrs old and remember a Mexico that was exciting and friendly. The campesinos were and I believe still are among the finest people on Earth. You have helped to bring attention to their ongoing plight. I repost many of your articles on my facebook page. I want all my friends to know the truth about Mexico. You have raised the level of awareness of the horror that faces Mexicans on a daily basis. Thank you for your efforts. You will be sorely missed.
    Love,
    Tom

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  80. Thank you Tom for your kind words of appreciation. I also remember the Mexico of my childhood fondly, I never heard any words of anticipatory danger from my parents and uncles/aunts, I only remember them speaking of PRI as the enemy and seeing huge PRI signs everywhere and wondering what exactly PRI was and why were they so bad to the people. But never about the "bad guys" of organized crime, that evil had not yet included innocents as fair game.

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  81. Ten Suerte, Chivita!

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  82. Chivis, you have only had me hooked for a short period of time, ever since Harry Devert went missing and I found your site. I grew up with Harry and just found the way you handled the story from start till even after so profound. You helped a lot of people get the information with compassion and poise. Ever since, I have been an avid reader of all things BB, with a bias towards your stories. Thank you very much and best of luck to you in your future endeavors.

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  83. Thank you so much! If I am entirely honest, one of the reasons I decided to call it a day in Mexico, was Harry's murder and getting to know Ann. She is incredible and her story would be a best seller and educational for others traveling in foreign countries and searching for missing love ones in same...

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