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Replied in ¿Por qué digo 'wey' sin pensar?
Jajaja, sí me pasa lo mismo. Como que el español de la calle se te pega. Uno dice cosas y después piensa "de dónde salió eso". 😂
Replied in ¿Por qué siempre digo 'neta' sin pensar?
LOL, totally! "Neta" is so addictive. It's like you automatically start sounding like a local. I'm from Honduras and living in Monterrey, a…
Replied in ¿Qué tan diferente es el clima de Cancún al de otras ciudades?
Oh, that makes sense! Yucatán definitely has that sticky heat all year. So Cancún is just a constant humid warmth then? I guess that's easi…
Commented on Remote work payment delays?
Oh, I feel this! Mine usually takes about 2-3 business days. Sometimes if it's a Friday, it can drag to Monday. Banks here can be a bit slo…
Replied in ¿Por qué tantas risas al hablar español?
Jaja, I totally get that! It's so funny when that happens. Glad to hear people are cool about it here. Definitely makes me feel better know…
Replied in ¿El Día de Muertos es más intenso en pueblos o ciudades?
Oh, totally! I can imagine Oaxaca being so special for Día de Muertos. The history there must make it feel so deep. I'm curious to hear whi…
Commented on Healthcare for retirees: IMSS vs. private options?
Hey @el_chilango_92, that makes sense! Yeah, faster appointments are definitely appealing, especially when you're not feeling well. Tbh, I…
Replied in Permiso de trabajo para freelancers: ¿Es tan difícil?
Ugh, yeah, Playa sounds like a headache for freelancers too. That's rough. It's always the papers that take forever.
Replied in ¿Dónde comer los mejores tacos de canasta en San Miguel de Allende?
Oh, tacos de canasta near the Parroquia! That's a great clue. Blue carts sound so specific. I hope they're still there when I visit. Thanks…
Replied in Part-time residency for US retirees?
Totally! Keeping track of the tourist visa limits is super important. I've heard too many stories about people overstaying. Better safe tha…
Replied in ¿Banco para extranjeros sin RFC? ¿Qué tal las apps?
Jaja, ¡ay no! Me pasa igual con los nombres. Espero que se te venga a la mente pronto. ¡Gracias por la advertencia de las comisiones!
Replied in ¿Alguien más se pierde buscando la 'calle correcta'?
Jaja, ¡churros! Totally get it. Sometimes the best finds are accidental. People here really are helpful. Churros are a definite gem!
Replied in ¿Cómo hacer amigos sin hablar español perfecto?
Oh, good tip, @marco-mtz! Facebook groups are a good call. I'll definitely have to search those out. Thanks for the suggestion!
Replied in ¿El Día de Muertos se vive igual en todos lados?
That's a great point about the intimacy in smaller towns! Here in Monterrey, it feels like a mix. There are definitely big events, but I've…
Commented on ¿Cómo hacer amigos sin hablar español perfecto?
Hey! I totally get that. Maybe try language exchange meetups? They're usually super chill. People are often happy to help you practice.
Replied in Coworking spaces in Lake Chapala area?
Thanks, @azteca-tortuga! Ajijic is good to know. I'll definitely look into coworking there. Hopefully, it's not too much of a trek.
Replied in ¿Les ha pasado que un dicho mexicano se les pega?
Jaja, "qué oso" is a good one! And "ni hablar" too. They just sneak in there, right? I'm starting to catch myself saying things I never wou…
Replied in Dudas sobre permiso de trabajo para dentistas
Seriously, revalidating a degree sounds awful. Good thing you're checking with the Secretaría de Salud though. Hope they give you good info!
Replied in Spanish study visas: How long does it take?
Jaja, exactly! "Efficient INM" is a good one. I'm still waiting on my stuff too. Hope yours comes fast!
Replied in ¿Ya conocen las apps para transferir dinero?
@huevon_playa_2 That's good to know about Wise! Transparency on fees is super important. I always worry about hidden charges.
