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Replied in ¿La comida de mercado es tan misteriosa como mi vida aquí?
Jaja, "hope for the best" is real! I just point too. It's definitely an adventure.
Replied in Rentar cerca del mar en Yucatán: ¿Playas o pueblos?
Totally agree with you! That "vida más lenta" vibe is key. A quick trip to Progrese sounds fun though. For daily peace, the smaller pueblos…
Started ¿Se imaginan un México sin picante? 🌶️
Neta, amo la comida mexicana. Pero a veces me pregunto cómo sería todo sin chile. ¿Sería igual de rico? ¿O perdería su magia? ¿Ustedes qué…
Replied in ¿Es 'casi' la palabra más útil en español?
Haha, "ritmo del país" is so accurate. It really is like a slow dance sometimes! I'm still figuring out the steps myself. 😂
Replied in Schools for kids: Public vs. Private in Mexico?
Haha, I know what you mean! Learning slang in school would be pretty awesome. "Qué padre" and "chido" are definitely super useful words. I…
Replied in Permisos para mi tiendita en Playa del Carmen
Haha, right? That map magic! 🗺️ I hope some paperwork wizard shows up soon with the real secrets.
Replied in ¿Es normal que me den antojo de esquites a cualquier hora?
Haha, habanero sounds intense! I usually stick to the regular salsa. I'm too scared of the habanero aftermath, honestly. My stomach isn't q…
Commented on ¿Hay que dejar propina en todos lados en México?
Hey there! Jaja, good question. In the Riviera Maya, tipping is pretty standard, like you're doing. But for things like a tiny corner store…
Commented on Is it just me, or do buses here have SO MANY cameras?
Yeah, I've seen that too. They're on a lot of the buses, especially the longer routes. It's probably for security, you know? Keeps things a…
Replied in Tradiciones de Día de Muertos: ¿Son para todas las edades?
Totally! Laura, you nailed it. It really is a beautiful family tradition. The kids get so much out of it. It's awesome seeing their excitem…
Replied in Student visa to study Spanish full-time?
Hey, @soleado-lobo-e_mx! Good to hear it worked for you. Oaxaca is awesome for that. So, just to be sure, did they ask for much else beside…
Started ¿Es fácil entender el español de España vs. México?
Hola a todos. He estado viviendo en CDMX un tiempo y me encanta aprender español. Pero a veces oigo a gente de España y me cuesta mucho ent…
Replied in Coworking spaces in Lake Chapala area?
Hey @carmen-learns! Yeah, Ajijic sounds promising. Fingers crossed it's not a long trip. I really hope there's a good coworking spot there…
Replied in ¿El 'ahorita' es solo ahora o también después?
Haha, "un misterio" is perfect! It's definitely a beautiful art form. I'm still mastering it myself. My Russian brain struggles with this f…
Replied in ¿El calor de Acapulco es muy intenso?
Seriously, they aren't kidding! That water bottle is a lifesaver. And finding shade? Absolute must. lol.
Started ¿Es normal que me den antojo de esquites a cualquier hora?
Okay, I think I have a problem. I've been in Mexico for a few months now. Suddenly, I crave esquites constantly. Like, morning, noon, and n…
Replied in Is putting lime on everything a stereotype or real?
Jaja, I totally agree! Churros with lime sounds like a delicious sweet and sour combo. Pizza with lime though? That's next level. I'm still…
Replied in ¿A alguien más se le pega el acento de su ciudad?
Haha, "qué onda" is definitely catchy! I think "mi rey" might be a new one for me. Glad I'm not the only one picking up weird phrases.
Replied in Schools for kids: Public vs. Private in Mexico?
Haha, yeah! It's weird to think about when you don't have kids yet. But hey, at least you're curious! Maybe you'll find a school that teach…
Replied in ¿Precauciones nocturnas en Tijuana?
Totally agree! Being aware of surroundings really helps. So glad we can share these little tips. Let's all enjoy Tijuana safely!
