To be foretold, is to be forewarned.

In my opinion the border town of Nuevo Progreso is becoming less and less inviting for a number of reasons. Food prices are often on a par with what is available in Texas, and the price of liquor is approaching that of the stores north of the border. With the punitive Texas tax, a bottle of booze is often within ten percent of a large liquor store in Weslaco. There is still some economic advantage to prescription drugs, but that does not apply to me. On top of that, there are always the rumors and fear mongers that tell of the latest slaughter, whether it really happened or not.

Having said that, I love Nuevo Progreso and go there weekly for the unique atmosphere and experience. I hope we don't lose it.