tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2289482511228853984.post2518987713913306411..comments2023-12-16T05:27:05.041-06:00Comments on mexpatriate — in the key of steve: an international journeySteve Cottonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00468378507171761868noreply@blogger.comBlogger28125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2289482511228853984.post-52156211501271612812012-08-17T18:02:34.219-05:002012-08-17T18:02:34.219-05:00Having met you, I have a theory. Probably one of ...Having met you, I have a theory. Probably one of the reasons Todd married you. Steve Cottonnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2289482511228853984.post-12077186767909346262012-08-17T18:00:58.180-05:002012-08-17T18:00:58.180-05:00I was once travelling from San Miguel to Umecuaro ...I was once travelling from San Miguel to Umecuaro and was pulled over by the police just outside Morelia. I couldn't figure out what I had done as I wasn't speeding and always signal etc., but I had all may papers and drivers license ready when he approached the car. He did not speak English, but smiled at me and asked how I was. I told him that I was fine thank you and asked how he was. He told me he was fine and then commented that there was a lot of mud on my car (also an Escape). I said that I was staying in Umecuaro and that there was a lot of mud there at that time of year. He smiled again, said okay have a nice day and left, never having asked to see my drivers license or car papers. I have still not figured that one out. Shannon Caseynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2289482511228853984.post-71189990139081831582012-08-17T17:23:17.878-05:002012-08-17T17:23:17.878-05:00As you probably already know, you can look forward...As you probably already know, you can look forward to a very pleasant meeting. Steve Cottonnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2289482511228853984.post-25698872199830683552012-08-17T17:22:33.630-05:002012-08-17T17:22:33.630-05:00I trust it is far more amusing than educational. I trust it is far more amusing than educational. Steve Cottonnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2289482511228853984.post-78652518879738574732012-08-17T17:22:00.425-05:002012-08-17T17:22:00.425-05:00The newspaper reported that there were huge lines ...The newspaper reported that there were huge lines for counseling and not very many applications submitted electronically. If I was in the group, I am not certain I would out myself until something more substantial came along. Steve Cottonnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2289482511228853984.post-50680632460357769522012-08-17T17:20:37.323-05:002012-08-17T17:20:37.323-05:00On Tuesday they had plenty of people to talk to. ...On Tuesday they had plenty of people to talk to. A long line being interviewed and several cars being partially disassembled. Steve Cottonnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2289482511228853984.post-69110065281264853422012-08-17T17:19:35.463-05:002012-08-17T17:19:35.463-05:00There were 8 toll booths between Manzanillo and Ce...There were 8 toll booths between Manzanillo and Celaya. With tolls rangingfrom a low of 46 pesos to a high of 148 pesos. I think they vary due tothe length of the tollway section. But it was worth every centavo. Steve Cottonnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2289482511228853984.post-54785666662980785992012-08-17T17:17:42.543-05:002012-08-17T17:17:42.543-05:00After the performance tonight, I am going to tey o...After the performance tonight, I am going to tey one of San Miguel's eateries. So far, I have been eating my own cooking.Steve Cottonnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2289482511228853984.post-84728011788604479282012-08-17T17:16:53.888-05:002012-08-17T17:16:53.888-05:00I seem to remember a movie scene like that. Butch...I seem to remember a movie scene like that. <i>Butch Cassiday and the Sundance Kid</i>, I think.Steve Cottonnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2289482511228853984.post-73274644940844494432012-08-17T17:16:11.173-05:002012-08-17T17:16:11.173-05:00So far, the music has been nice. So far, the music has been nice. Steve Cottonnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2289482511228853984.post-66007407217713389332012-08-17T17:15:40.438-05:002012-08-17T17:15:40.438-05:00Next time I come up here, I will dig my FM3 and pa...Next time I come up here, I will dig my FM3 and passport out of the safe. Of course, I will most likely then forget something else to please the "papers, please" crowd. Steve Cottonnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2289482511228853984.post-72012123344201304732012-08-17T17:14:18.098-05:002012-08-17T17:14:18.098-05:00I have this thing about using coupons and discount...I have this thing about using coupons and discounts. I just don't. No good reason. Well, there are reasons. And reasons that are good for me. But suffice it to say, I will most likely not be getting an INAPAM card.Steve Cottonnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2289482511228853984.post-74027359746240343562012-08-17T09:22:25.163-05:002012-08-17T09:22:25.163-05:00Steve, have you gotten an INAPAM card? At 60 you c...Steve, have you gotten an INAPAM card? At 60 you can apply...bus fares are then half price should you decide to use the bus.Kathenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2289482511228853984.post-10798337929231434372012-08-17T05:46:48.037-05:002012-08-17T05:46:48.037-05:00What do you mean by next time having your papers i...What do you mean by next time having your papers in order? What will you do/carry differently?<br /><br />Enjoy SMA - I'll be there in January and am counting the days!Barbaranoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2289482511228853984.post-43983431625336658752012-08-17T04:44:18.269-05:002012-08-17T04:44:18.269-05:00Ireland, Germany, and Arizona.
Point well taken.
...Ireland, Germany, and Arizona.<br />Point well taken.<br /><br />Least you got there one piece.<br />Remind me ,never drive that route,one that you just took.Ha.<br /><br />Enjoy your time in San Miguel. and your music.<br />minnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2289482511228853984.post-20634673890032670752012-08-17T01:59:18.728-05:002012-08-17T01:59:18.728-05:00Damn Federales! You're an American, you don&#...Damn Federales! You're an American, you don't need to put up with that nonsense. Next time, simply drive away. What are they going to do?Stinking_Badgesnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2289482511228853984.post-62726837610590476072012-08-16T21:37:39.076-05:002012-08-16T21:37:39.076-05:00 I'd love to meet you some day. Hopefully not ... I'd love to meet you some day. Hopefully not too far into the future! <br /><br />Saludos,<br /><br />Kim GKimgallenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2289482511228853984.post-45200783580140190042012-08-16T21:37:10.031-05:002012-08-16T21:37:10.031-05:00 I sincerely look forward to our next meeting! Ho... I sincerely look forward to our next meeting! Hopefully it won't be too far away. <br /><br />Kim GKim Gnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2289482511228853984.post-62309435795208411892012-08-16T19:55:39.140-05:002012-08-16T19:55:39.140-05:00Enjoy the cool. And enjoy San Miguel's restaur...Enjoy the cool. And enjoy San Miguel's restaurants.<br /><br />Saludos, Don CuevasDonCuevasnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2289482511228853984.post-23877546562272452662012-08-16T19:37:50.726-05:002012-08-16T19:37:50.726-05:00John, I think its determined by the level of bored...John, I think its determined by the level of boredom that day. Can you imagine standing out there all day, in sun and rain with hardly anyone to talk to? At least that's how I approach it - not that they are trying to hassle me. It has worked so far......Babsofsanmiguelnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2289482511228853984.post-6017966012646360132012-08-16T19:35:36.166-05:002012-08-16T19:35:36.166-05:00Hi Kim - Hope you head up here some time too. It&...Hi Kim - Hope you head up here some time too. It's worth a free cup of coffee, at least!<br />BabsBabsofsanmiguelnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2289482511228853984.post-53324708964664342952012-08-16T18:58:23.634-05:002012-08-16T18:58:23.634-05:00It costs $60 (US) to drive on the autopista? Is th...It costs $60 (US) to drive on the autopista? Is that the total through 3 tollbooths? Just curious. Irenenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2289482511228853984.post-25636843005586374792012-08-16T13:52:28.119-05:002012-08-16T13:52:28.119-05:00I think those checkpoint hombres go through waves ...I think those checkpoint hombres go through waves of more and then less red tape - Sometimes it is a reflection of what is going on in the U.S. like the current red tape that is supposedly a deal for Mexican illegals that were brought in by their parents. After reading the details I imagine there will be few takers of that two year deferred amnesty - what happens after two years? Now they know where to get you - times up Probably backlash from that.John Calypsohttp://vivaveracruz.com/blognoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2289482511228853984.post-86803248512929323452012-08-16T13:22:52.539-05:002012-08-16T13:22:52.539-05:00I enjoyed this blog very much. Following your lif...I enjoyed this blog very much. Following your life in Mexico is a real education.Pilotmdynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2289482511228853984.post-50515368114695365572012-08-16T12:19:50.727-05:002012-08-16T12:19:50.727-05:00It is a good suggestion. But I enjoy the convenie...It is a good suggestion. But I enjoy the convenience of having the Escape at my beck and call. I would be hard pressed to find transportation for some of my little excursions into the fields around San Miguel.<br /><br />You find value in relaxing. I get an adrenalin high out of driving in Mexico. That is why I did not mind the extra two hours of driving on the trip over.<br /><br />It is too bad you are not in country. It would have been nice to visit with you again. Steve Cottonnoreply@blogger.com