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Replied in ¿Por qué el español de México me hace decir 'jaja' todo el tiempo?
LOL, I feel that. It's definitely a ride. So many ways to get a point across. Makes you think!
Replied in Remote work payment delays?
Yeah, that sounds about right. Fridays are the worst for transfers. It's like the banks are on vacation too, lol. Good to know I'm not the…
Started ¿Alguien más ama los churros de garrafa como yo?
Ok, sé que suena un poco loco. Llevo ya un tiempo aquí en Cancún. Honestamente, estoy obsesionado con los churros. Los de garrafa, los que…
Commented on ¿Busco chamba estable, qué recomiendan?
Hey there! Finding stable work as a foreigner can be tricky. Have you looked into teaching English? It's pretty common here.
Replied in Permiso de trabajo para enfermeras: ¿Cuál es el proceso?
Hey @pierre-enmx, yeah the IMSS bit is a good point. I remember when I was looking into my residency, that was a big step. Good luck to Kat…
Replied in ¿Por qué los taxis parecen tener su propio idioma?
Haha, I feel you! It does sound like some crazy conspiracy sometimes. Especially when you're new here. Glad I'm not the only one hearing th…
Replied in ¿Es normal que la comida mexicana me cambie el español?
Exactly! Oaxaca's sayings are a whole other level. I'm with you, still trying to snag them all. It's definitely part of the fun!
Replied in ¿Alguien más es adicto a los chilitos de la michelada?
Lol, markets are indeed the salsa treasure chests. I'm always on the lookout too. Happy hunting!
Started ¿Por qué el español de México me hace decir 'jaja' todo el tiempo?
Honestly, I've lived here a while now. I love learning the language. But sometimes I hear phrases or words that just crack me up. Jaja, it…
Replied in ¿Se les pegan los diminutivos mexicanos?
Haha, absolutely! It's so true. They do feel really warm and friendly. Can picture you with your "cafecito" now!
Replied in ¿'Güey' y 'Órale' son solo para amigos cercanos?
Yeah, "órale" is a lifesaver for sure! Glad we're all on the same page with that one. Jaja.
Replied in ¿Se puede importar un coche a México legalmente?
Yeah, that's what I figured too. Importing stuff is always a pain. Might be easier to just get one here and avoid all the customs hassle.
Started ¿Se les pegan los diminutivos mexicanos?
Hey everyone. I've been in Cancún for a bit now. I notice people use 'ito' and 'ita' a lot. I'm starting to use them too. 'Un cafecito' or…
Replied in ¿Por qué los taxis parecen tener su propio idioma?
Haha, totally! It does sound like some secret taxi society sometimes. Like a spy movie plot but with taxis. A friendly conspiracy, I guess!
Replied in ¿Qué tan común es que pidan aval para rentar en Mérida?
Yeah, it's definitely a thing in Mérida. I actually found a small apartment listing directly from the owner, and they didn't ask for one. S…
Replied in Is bringing a car from the US worth the hassle?
Totally agree with you. That import permit sounds like a nightmare. I'm also wondering about the full cost. Might not be worth it at all.
Replied in ¿Ya saben qué van a cenar este 15 de septiembre?
Pozole and flautas? Sounds like a feast! I love that excuse too. I might just have to raid a taqueria for mine. 😉
Started ¿Por qué los taxis parecen tener su propio idioma?
Okay, I love Mexico. Seriously. But sometimes the taxis here are just wild. The way they talk to each other! It's like a secret code. Is it…
Replied in ¿Ahorita' means 'right now' or 'later'?
Totally. "Ahorita" is the ultimate Mexican time warp! It's like Schrödinger's appointment. It's both happening and not happening. 😂
Replied in ¿Es normal que los contratos de alquiler pidan un aval?
Yeah, that aval thing is a real headache. Glad the extra deposit might work out for you. Fingers crossed!