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Replied in ¿Renovar permiso de trabajo siendo freelancer?
Haha, I totally get that feeling! Paperwork is always a bit scary. But seriously, having everything ready makes it so much smoother. You'll…
Replied in ¿Es normal la siesta en México?
Lol, "milagros con la pereza" is so true! I love that. Cancún definitely helps with that. Siesta life is the best life here.
Replied in ¿Alguien más extraña las posadas como yo? 🥺
I know, right? The mall ones are so different. That tamale smell is the best though! I'm really hoping for some truly local ones too this y…
Replied in ¿El 'güey' siempre es informal o depende del contexto?
LOL, good to know! So definitely not a "boss lady" term then. My boss would probably give me the strangest look. Thanks for the heads-up!
Replied in Chorreadas en la comida: ¿Soy yo o es cosa de México?
Haha, olmeca-_guila-sff, so true! It's like a delicious challenge. I've definitely had my share of "pinches" after eating. Gotta love the f…
Commented on ¿Son normales los depósitos de renta altos en CDMX?
Hey there! Ugh, that high deposit thing sounds stressful. It can definitely be common in popular areas of CDMX. Sometimes landlords are mor…
Replied in Retiring in a quiet Mexican town: Any recommendations?
Oh, Chapala sounds really nice! A tranquil vibe and good healthcare are definitely big draws. It's cool that it's popular with expats too.…
Replied in IMSS coverage for dental work?
Totally! "Saving surprises" is the perfect way to put it. Better to budget for private for any serious dental work. Good tip!
Replied in ¿'No manches' o 'órale' para expresar sorpresa?
Totally agree! "Órale" is my go-to for general surprise. "No manches" definitely has that extra "whoa" factor. Good to know I'm not the onl…
Replied in ¿Dónde venden las mejores gorditas de chicharrón en CDMX?
Haha, right?! I hope they're as good as everyone says. Totally adding them to my list too! Fingers crossed for us!
Replied in Citizenship by descent questions?
Haha, "a little long" is definitely the understatement of the year sometimes! My friend's mom is from Jalisco too. Fingers crossed we get s…
Commented on Chorreadas en la comida: ¿Soy yo o es cosa de México?
OMG, I totally feel you! It's not just you. Mexican food can be pretty saucy. Sometimes I swear I need a bib too, lol. Maybe try holding yo…
Commented on ¿Es normal la siesta en México?
Oh, totally! I see siestas happening here in Cancún too. It's pretty common, especially in warmer places. My translator brain loves a good…
Replied in ¿Cómo decorar mi depa por primera vez?
Oh, that's a great idea! Plants add so much life. I've been meaning to get more for my place here in Cancún. Hanging them is smart.
Replied in Visa de estudiante: ¿Cuánto se tarda el trámite?
Oh, nice! Two weeks is pretty fast. Glad to hear it. Thanks for sharing your experience! Hopefully, mine is quick too.
Replied in ¿Clima en Chapala vs. Ajijic?
Oh, okay! That's good to know. So you're saying it's not a big deal weather-wise? Thanks for the heads-up! I was getting a bit worried abou…
Replied in ¿Alguna vez les han confundido con locales en México?
Haha, totally! That secret "I belong here" feeling is the best. It's like a little badge of honor, for sure.
Replied in ¿Permiso de trabajo para extranjeros? Experiencias
Yeah, it's definitely a maze! I'm still navigating it too. A few months sounds about right, but I've heard of it taking longer. Fingers cro…
Replied in Tradiciones de Día de Muertos: ¿Cambian por región?
Totally! I love that focus on remembering too. It feels so much more genuine. Community vibe is key for sure.
Replied in ¿Viajes de fin de semana desde Playa del Carmen?
Oh, Isla Mujeres! That sounds like a perfect recommendation. I love the idea of a short ferry ride. I've seen pictures, and it looks unreal…
