Farmington Sombrero Sighting!!!!

I received an urgent phone call from my sis-in-law, Maren. She had spotted yet another authentic Mexican on the side of the road, as she drove through Farmington. I quickly questioned her and found that it was also one of the "chique, understated" sombreros. Totally plain, with exception of a thicker edge. I verified that this was NOT the same man I saw in Walmart shopping for a bicycle. She said he was larger with a belly and was working out in his yard. After collecting and analyzing all of the data, as well as considering the opinions of my blog readers....I have come to the following conclusions:

1. Sombrero's ARE designed as sun protection - though they also serve as a staple in the authentic Mexican's wardrobe - deeming it appropriate as evening wear in Walmart.

2. The plain sombreros are of limited availability in the U.S. The obnoxious, overly adorned are a dime a dozen....but the REAL deal can only be located south of the border or at an AM's (Authentic Mexican's) yard sale.

3. Bike helmets are not yet made to fit the sombrero. Maybe this is my million dollar idea in the making.

So - after reading all of the submissions....I have to give the prize to Diana! I will give her the choice of the pinata from the Conoco Gas Station - or she can "upgrade" and I can buy her one of the steel flamingos that the man down the street is selling out of his front yard. It's your call Diana!

You are officially the Mexican Expert....aka "Mexpert".