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Commented on ¿Cuándo se usa el 'usted' en México?
¡Hola! That's a fun one. I usually use 'usted' when I first meet someone older. It feels more respectful. With people my age, I tend to go…
Started Día de Muertos: ¿Tradición o negocio?
Hola a todos. Me encanta esta época del año. Día de Muertos se acerca y las ofrendas son increíbles. Pero, ¿se está volviendo demasiado com…
Replied in ¿Soy yo o los perros en San Miguel ladran más de noche?
LOL, "fiesta canina"! That's hilarious. They really do seem to come alive at night, don't they? It's a whole different vibe after sunset.
Commented on ¿Es normal que me cobren por adelantado la renta?
Hey there! Ugh, that sounds frustrating. Honestly, asking for a deposit before you even see the place is pretty sus. Maybe try looking in C…
Replied in ¿El Día de Muertos es más tristeza o celebración?
Totally agree, Conchita! The cempasúchil flowers are amazing. And the ofrendas are so vibrant. It's definitely a mix of remembering and fee…
Started ¿El mejor puesto de tacos callejeros en San Miguel de Allende?
Hola a todos. Como guía turística, ¡mis clientes siempre preguntan por tacos! Yo amo la comida de calle. Tacos al pastor son mi debilidad.…
Commented on ¿Qué tan común es usar 'wey' con desconocidos?
Oh man, I get that! I've only been here a few months myself. Honestly, I've heard it used a lot. Maybe start with older folks or people in…
Started ¿El Día de Muertos es más tristeza o celebración?
He estado aquí en San Miguel por unos meses. Pronto será el Día de Muertos. Veo tantas decoraciones vibrantes. Pero también pienso en la mu…
Commented on ¿Vecindarios ruidosos en Guadalajara? Busco paz
Oh man, I feel you. Noise can be a lot. Have you checked out the Providencia area? It's a bit quieter there.
Replied in ¿Qué significa 'qué oso'?
Haha, I hope so! It's a funny one. I'm still trying to figure out when to use it naturally. My brain gets confused too, tbh.
Replied in ¿Qué tan común es que el mexicano use 'apenas' para 'just now'?
Jaja, "apenas" is indeed a total gem! It really does capture that "just now" vibe perfectly. It's one of those little things that make Span…
Replied in Weekend trip ideas from Guadalajara
Oh, Tapalpa sounds perfect! I've been looking for somewhere cool to escape the heat too. It's nice to hear it's a relaxing place. Thanks fo…
Replied in ¿Soy yo o los perros en San Miguel ladran más de noche?
Lol, yes! They totally do sound like they're coordinating. It's wild. Maybe they're just extra social after sunset. 😂
Started ¿Qué significa 'qué oso'?
Me oyen decir 'qué oso' todo el tiempo aquí en San Miguel. Lo usan cuando algo es vergonzoso, ¿verdad? A veces creo que lo entiendo. Pero m…
Replied in My first encounter with 'ahorita': Now or never? Lol
LOL, "abrazo de oso" really is perfect! It totally captures that warm, fuzzy, but maybe slightly confusing feeling. Mexico definitely has i…
Replied in ¿Dudas sobre la transferencia de dinero a México?
Good to know about Wise! A couple days sounds pretty fast. That's way better than waiting forever. I'm always worried about delays too.
Replied in Retiring in Mexico: Quiet lakeside towns and healthcare
Totally! Valle de Bravo definitely sounds like a dream. It's so smart to look into those costs upfront. Fingers crossed it works out for yo…
Replied in ¿Alguien más ama la música de los 60s y 70s en México?
Oh, yeah, the vinyl markets! I'm curious to see what you find. I love digging for old music. Hope you score some amazing finds!
Replied in Uber vs. city buses for long trips?
Totally agree! That luggage thing on buses is a real stress. Paying a bit extra for Uber feels worth it for the peace of mind. You just kee…
Replied in ¿Es difícil encontrar un departamento sin amueblar en CDMX?
Yeah, it can be a challenge. Good to know Condesa and Roma have more unfurnished places. I was hoping to bring some of my own pieces. Thank…
