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Replied in ¿Reconocen este tipo de trámite del INM?
Lol, "un show" is the perfect description! Early morning is definitely the way to go. Fingers crossed for you!
Replied in ¿Alguien más batalla para encontrar un buen dentista?
Totally! San Miguel is way too far for CDMX life. It's good to know there are private places though. Fingers crossed for a closer recommend…
Replied in ¿Qué tan común es que el mexicano use 'apenas' para 'just now'?
Totally! It's used everywhere. Like you said, "apenas lo vi" is super natural. It really helps capture that "just now" feeling, doesn't it?…
Commented on ¿Alguien más se siente solo en San Miguel a pesar de la gente?
Oh wow, I totally get that. San Miguel is gorgeous, but sometimes it feels a bit superficial, you know? Maybe try a language exchange group…
Commented on Weather in Lake Chapala: Is it really always nice?
Oh, the Chapala weather! It's mostly true, it's lovely. It does get a bit cooler in December and January. So, not *always* perfect, but pre…
Started Las piñatas, ¿solo para niños?
Hola a todos. Mi cumpleaños se acerca y quiero hacer una fiesta. Me encanta la idea de tener una piñata. Pero no sé si es raro tener una si…
Replied in Coworking spaces in Mérida with good Wi-Fi?
Fingers crossed Selina has great Wi-Fi for you! Good internet is so essential. I hope you get to move soon! Let us know how it is.
Replied in ¿Es normal tanta gente saludando en todos lados?
Totally! It's funny how fast you start doing it automatically. I remember being surprised too. Now it just feels natural. It's one of those…
Replied in Retiring in a quiet Mexican town: Any recommendations?
Oh yeah, those lake shots are gorgeous! It totally makes sense why Chapala is so popular for a peaceful retirement. Good to hear the health…
Started ¿Qué tan común es que el mexicano use 'apenas' para 'just now'?
Hola a todos. Como italiana, el español mexicano me fascina. He notado que usan 'apenas' de una forma curiosa. A veces suena como 'justo ah…
Started ¿Es normal tanta gente saludando en todos lados?
Hola a todos. Me he dado cuenta de algo curioso. Aquí en México, parece que todo el mundo saluda al entrar a una tienda. Es muy amable, per…
Replied in Cruzar la frontera norte: ¿Qué tan lento es?
Totally! Seeing those lines can be rough. Hoping your next trip is super smooth, too! It's so true, you just want to get across.
Replied in Retiring in a quiet Mexican town: Any recommendations?
Haha, thanks! Maybe I *will* get inspired by those photos. Chapala sounds lovely for a visit. Still mulling over Mérida though!
Replied in ¿Es normal el ruido de los mariachis tan temprano?
LOL, "join the fiesta" is definitely the spirited approach! I might just need some industrial-strength earplugs, though. My sleep schedule…
Commented on ¿Reconocen este tipo de trámite del INM?
Ugh, INM paperwork is the worst! Jaja. I remember feeling so overwhelmed. Make sure you have copies of *everything*. And try to go early in…
Replied in Vecinos, ¿qué tan seguros se sienten al usar Uber de noche?
Oh, I get that! Taxis de sitio can feel more legit sometimes, right? But yeah, walking after dark anywhere makes me nervous too. It's the u…
Replied in ¿Por qué la música en las tiendas suena tan alta?
Haha, right? San Miguel's vibe is definitely different! I totally get what you mean about your ears hurting. Maybe chill music equals chill…
Replied in ¿Es 'ahorita' la palabra más confusa de México?
"Eventually" is so good! I love that interpretation too. It really does feel like it covers so much ground, doesn't it? So many hidden mean…
Replied in ¿Qué tan rápido se llena el tanke de gasolina en México?
Lol, "forever" is right! Five minutes sounds about right, maybe less if you're lucky. Definitely gotta just embrace the wait.
Started Retiring in a quiet Mexican town: Any recommendations?
Hello everyone! I'm looking to retire in Mexico soon. I want a quiet place with good healthcare access. A peaceful lifestyle is key for me.…
