Tag: lifestyle
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Learning to Have It All:
I share my journey of moving from the U.S. to Mexico, realizing that identity is not confined to one culture but can encompass multiple influences. Embracing the nuances of both countries fosters a richer, more expansive notion of home, defined by lifestyle choices rather than geography or tradition.
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Born to Roam
Sometimes, in that delicate space between dreaming and waking, I forget what country I’m in. It’s not confusion—it’s something softer. A blur between worlds. One morning, in that quiet in-between, I was stirred by a dream about travel, freedom, and the deep-rooted human urge to move. As I emerged into waking, a thought whispered through:…
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Escaping the “Gringo Bubble”
Living abroad often comes with a romanticized vision of cultural immersion and self-discovery, but stepping outside the “gringo bubble” in Mexico reveals a more complex reality. After over four years in Mexico, I’ve encountered moments that tested my resilience—from being physically assaulted in a large retailer to enduring blatant sexism at a fine dining restaurant—all…
Gringa in Mexico 