Mexico Life
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We are in our last two weeks living in Playa del Carmen. In a little over a week the movers will be here, and after that we will head to Querétaro. Lately, our days have been spent going through things, deciding what still belongs with us and what has quietly finished its time. That part
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I get asked a lot how you move to Mexico. My answer is always the same. The right way. And I do not mean that casually. The right way means you follow the rules and the laws of the country you are choosing to live in. You get proper residency. You use the correct visas.
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Let me take you on a brief journey through the fascinating history of Querétaro, a city whose story spans from its colonial beginnings to its current status as a thriving metropolis. It began in 1534 when D. Juan Sánchez de Alaníz designed the city’s layout. Just a few years later, in 1540, the Great Convent
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It’s hard to wrap my head around the news that Donald Trump has claimed the Gulf of Mexico as the “Gulf of America.” This isn’t just a casual rebranding; it’s a striking disregard for history and the significance names carry. The name “Mexico” isn’t merely a label; it’s steeped in rich historical context and cultural
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This building across from our hotel captures my attention every time I stroll past it. There’s an undeniable pull, and I can’t help but wonder about its history. Central Mexico is overflowing with stories, and this structure is no exception. Known as Casa de la Inquisición, it was built in the mid-1700s by a priest,
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The President of Mexico just responded to Trump’s tariffs, and part of her statement deserves a closer look—not just because it’s sharp, but because it’s brutally honest. She kicked things off by quoting Benito Juárez: “Nothing by force; everything by reason and right. Between individuals, as between nations, respect for the rights of others is
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January 29, 2025 Dear Reader, I’ve been struggling to write about anything other than the atrocities unfolding in the world right now. But nothing feels right—not even humor. There’s a part of me that wishes we could rewind to 2015, to a time when the weight of this chaos didn’t hang over us. But we
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Hey everyone! I’m back to blogging, and I’m stoked to share my thoughts, experiences, and passions with you. Truth is, I’ve never really stopped writing, but this time I’m committed to posting regularly. My blog’s a mixed bag, just like my old radio show. Expect everything from ghosts to travel, cooking, family, and social issues.
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