What a lovely "video Essay" The Hawaiians call it "Talk Story" I just returned from Hawaii and I cannot help thinking how many similar cultural attitudes Mexico and Hawaii share. Both places have warm-hearted people with Music and food that is Unique to the areas... For some reason I never get enough of either place and always want to go back for more! MUCHAS GRACIAS Brighton and friend Kat who reflects so much beauty in this video!
@AlmostRetiredinMexico
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for this perspective. If we didn’t have pets, we’d probably be in Hawaii right now. We love it there! But getting pets in and out is difficult. Sadly, we probably won’t be visiting much - we usually went to Hawaii to escape the winters in Portland. I hadn’t really thought about that :-(
@hivolco151
Жыл бұрын
@@AlmostRetiredinMexico Brighton, You are so properly named! You continue to Brighten up the world with your wonderful stories and beautiful videos. After this last trip to Kauai, I am more focused than ever on finding my Retired life in Mexico where my brain will be challenged with the language, but the wonderful feeling that I get in Hawaii, I also get in Mexico ... I spent a lot of time visiting with a retired gentleman in Hawaii... he struggles to maintain a simple life on his pension and social Security and still works part time at 68 years old. But He is so happy and grateful for every sunrise and sunset! So back to what you said about maybe not returning to Hawaii, I think Mexico is just as wonderful, just in a slightly different way! Many Blessings to you and your wife as you share your journey.
@AlmostRetiredinMexico
Жыл бұрын
@@hivolco151 thank you! Mexico is wonderful - and way more affordable than Hawaii!
@photographyalamexicana
Жыл бұрын
San Miguel de Allende is a charming and historic town located in the state of Guanajuato, Mexico. Known for its picturesque cobblestone streets, colonial architecture, and vibrant arts scene, it has earned recognition as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The town's rich history dates back to the 16th century, and its well-preserved buildings showcase a blend of Spanish and indigenous influences. San Miguel de Allende has become a hub for artists, writers, and travelers, offering a unique blend of traditional Mexican culture and modern creative energy. Its lively markets, art galleries, and cultural festivals contribute to its reputation as a cultural and tourist destination, attracting visitors from around the world. Thanks, Casi Jubilado en Mexico!
@ColbyWilk
Жыл бұрын
Kat is a STAR wherever she goes! Thank you for showing us how to make a change and in the end find more of who we truly are!
@AlmostRetiredinMexico
Жыл бұрын
Great comment- thanks for sharing
@katsparks2109
Жыл бұрын
Thank you good sir.
@francieanneriley7349
Жыл бұрын
Wonderful fun meeting Kat, thank you!
@AlmostRetiredinMexico
Жыл бұрын
Happy to share! Thanks for watching Francie
@katsparks2109
Жыл бұрын
Thank you! I appreciate your sweet reply
@marathoneyes
6 ай бұрын
I love your glasses! Your home is so beautiful. Thank you for sharing!
@nancyoconnor124
8 ай бұрын
Thank you, Brighton, for introducing us to Kat. I believe she was talking directly to me. I recently lost my husband and I am trying to process my grief and rebuild my life. Kat, you are a beautiful person and example of finding life after loss. Thank you for sharing your story ♥️
@AlmostRetiredinMexico
8 ай бұрын
I'm sorry for your loss. But glad you found this video. Kat is a kind soul!
@angelainresaleland1982
Жыл бұрын
Love this in Kat! Love you Kat!
@katsparks2109
Жыл бұрын
Thank you Ms Purple!
@skytitleservices8305
Жыл бұрын
hello from houston Texas had a friend talk about the city many years back 30 yrs ago wanted to retire there unfortunately he pass happy to see this video!!!!!
@AlmostRetiredinMexico
Жыл бұрын
It’s a glorious place - I wish I’d moved there 30 years ago ;-)
@katsparks2109
Жыл бұрын
Hi there, I grew-up off FM1960. Sorry to read of your loss. I hope you visit our fine city.
@davebaker489
Жыл бұрын
There is a time in ones life when it becomes time for me to look after ME . She found hers. Good for her. Colour us jealous. P n D
@AlmostRetiredinMexico
Жыл бұрын
So true about looking after yourself. How does Pam feel about that? ;-)
@davebaker489
Жыл бұрын
@@AlmostRetiredinMexico Pam's fine. She's not the problem. Good genes are. So be it... I guess.
@katsparks2109
Жыл бұрын
Thank you,
@MadeNCda
Жыл бұрын
This was lovely Brighton. It is heartwarming to see people like Kat find their happiness and serenity.
@AlmostRetiredinMexico
Жыл бұрын
Yes! Thanks Kate
@kimkuks6370
8 ай бұрын
Gorgeous home
@TonyLiveTV
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for this video Kat. Very informative.
@AlmostRetiredinMexico
Жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it, Tony!
@katsparks2109
Жыл бұрын
Thank Tony~
@YesItsMeGuys68
Жыл бұрын
Four of us stumbled quite by accident into Ten Ten Pie a week ago. We were starving and we could not all agree upon any one restaurant to eat at. Our decision to go here was brilliant. The food is fantastic and we are all looking forward to returning quickly
@dianaj3139
Жыл бұрын
I absolutely love the idea of a Hummingbird garden. Thank you for sharing this beautiful story!
@AlmostRetiredinMexico
Жыл бұрын
Yes! We have hummingbirds that visit our fountain every morning.
@bamslerc
Жыл бұрын
Another good one. 😊. I’m on a similar journey. Took care of my mother for 8 years, she’s now gone, and looking for what it is that I want now. I hope Mexico is in my near future. 🤞 just need to qualify for residency. I grew up in Mexico City 20 years. I love Mexico. ❤
@AlmostRetiredinMexico
Жыл бұрын
Good luck with your residency! Maybe your past history and family connection to Mexico would help. I know it helps with citizenship. Not sure about residency.
@lunazamoraart
Жыл бұрын
Awesome!!!!! Thanks, I can’t wait !!
@AlmostRetiredinMexico
Жыл бұрын
Hope you like it!
@chrismaxfield5484
Жыл бұрын
Can’t wait to move down this summer!
@AlmostRetiredinMexico
Жыл бұрын
Enjoy - it's a great place to be in the summer (and all year for that matter.) Where are you moving from?
@chrismaxfield5484
Жыл бұрын
@@AlmostRetiredinMexico just gave you a comment on FB….your area. I’m in Bothell and a good friend of mine is also a realtor living in Shoreline. Small world!
@katsparks2109
Жыл бұрын
@@chrismaxfield5484 Let's do coffee when you get here!
@AlmostRetiredinMexico
Жыл бұрын
@@chrismaxfield5484 The Pacific Northwest is great in the summer!
@ShauninParadise
Жыл бұрын
What an amazing woman! Go Kat! And what a fun casa! ❤
@AlmostRetiredinMexico
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Shaun!
@katsparks2109
Жыл бұрын
Thank you Shaun!
@christinec.6685
Жыл бұрын
Super-charming woman and a great interview!
@AlmostRetiredinMexico
Жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@colleengarcia4886
Жыл бұрын
I'm a foodie too.
@galinacoleman1379
Жыл бұрын
I’ll have what Kat’s having! ❤ Wonderful interview. Working on getting there from Southern California!
@AlmostRetiredinMexico
Жыл бұрын
Best of luck! Kat is definitely living an ideal life.
@katsparks2109
Жыл бұрын
You can do it!
@pramtanboon3073
9 ай бұрын
Kat,you are awesome ❤️
@yourmajesty1630
Жыл бұрын
i am so happy for you and you should do a youtube channel. ths was very interestng as someone who is really considering sma. only thing is the murder statistics there. i know. but i can't help saying it. i am so close to hightailing it there once i can but there is always that conversation about crime. not just any crime but kidnapping and home invasion in particular. grew up in nyc and mugging is just quaint in comparison.
@AlmostRetiredinMexico
Жыл бұрын
I agree - Kat should do a KZitem channel! Note that the statistics don't usually separate foreigners from Mexicans. And foreigners are much less likely to be crime victims. It's not zero, but most foreigners living in Mexico say they feel safe (I know I do.) Check out this video: kzitem.info/news/bejne/wJqpvq2hoIWcapg
@katsparks2109
Жыл бұрын
I understand what you are saying. Though I will say I feel safer here than the downtown streets of Seattle. I hope you find peace wherever you live.
@hivolco151
Жыл бұрын
@@katsparks2109 I was born in Portland and I can say both Portland and Seattle have changed for the worse the past 7-8 years especially! 36 years ago I walked freely in downtown of BOTH cities and felt very happy and comfortable day or night... Now not so much! Honestly I have felt much safer in Mexico including Mexico city even though I got myself into some potentially scary places I noticed much respect and eventually I felt very calm in Mexico. Thanks for all you have share here!
@GringosRUs
Жыл бұрын
We are currently in SMA and we feel very safe here. The statistics that you are seeing are for the state of Guanajuato and not specifically SMA. We delayed our trip to the city of Guanajuato just for that reason. And it really is not the city, but the drive to it is through some areas that are experiencing some high crime rates. Better safe than sorry. But SMA, we have felt just fine. Overall, crime here in Mexico feels like it is a lot less than what we left in the US. There are areas that are bad on both sides of the border. You just have to do your due diligence and there are a lot of KZitemrs on here that can help with that as well.
@AlmostRetiredinMexico
Жыл бұрын
@@GringosRUs Thanks for sharing your experience! You just need to be safe and do a tiny bit of research to find the rough areas. I'd love to see the monarchs, but it seems like this year is not the year to try.
@jude999
Жыл бұрын
Do you fly to these places in Mexico, or ground transport?
@AlmostRetiredinMexico
Жыл бұрын
Combination of both. I flew from Mexico City to Querétaro, then car--shared to San Miguel, then bus to Mexico City, then flight back to Portland.
@BloodLaboratorySafety
Жыл бұрын
What a beautiful home. Thank you for sharing.
@AlmostRetiredinMexico
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@chrismaxfield5484
Жыл бұрын
What neighborhood is this? And can you walk to the Parroquia?
@AlmostRetiredinMexico
Жыл бұрын
I think it's called the San Rafael neighborhood. I walked it from the Parroquia to Kat's house. But we took a cab when we went to dinner. So it depends on your mobility.
@PurpleUSA
Жыл бұрын
👍👍👍
@jens7898
Жыл бұрын
how much money do you need in the bank to get a visa in mexico
@AlmostRetiredinMexico
Жыл бұрын
It's around $50,000USD for temporary residency (which you later convert to permanent residency.) It can include retirement accounts.
@jens7898
Жыл бұрын
@@AlmostRetiredinMexico Thank you.
@katsparks2109
Жыл бұрын
Worth every penny i saved . Get an expert to help you.
@1960317
Жыл бұрын
If you don't have that much money saved, you can establish residency over a few years without it.
@AlmostRetiredinMexico
Жыл бұрын
@@1960317 Yes - you can also get residency based on having income instead of savings.
@jamesmir89
Жыл бұрын
it’s nice that people are enjoying Latin America but sad to see it now out of reach for locals with people like this coming in and destroying housing markets.
@AlmostRetiredinMexico
Жыл бұрын
@jamesmiranda5330 I'd love to hear ideas on how to stop displacing locals while still having foreigners move down. I know that most Mexican's own their homes (compared to the US) so there's less competition for rentals.
@yourmajesty1630
Жыл бұрын
where is 'old mexico' in sma?
@AlmostRetiredinMexico
Жыл бұрын
It depends on what you define as "old Mexico." Centro has all the historic architecture, but further out is where it's mostly Mexican people.
@katsparks2109
Жыл бұрын
Good question. There are parts of the city that are lived in primarily by expats. I live in an older part of the city that is primarily working class mexican. The houses are older and there are less coffee houses.
@yourmajesty1630
Жыл бұрын
@@AlmostRetiredinMexico she said in the vid she moved to a part of town in old mexico. i have been looking at the housing on the internet and i am trying to learn about neighborhoods (which i know you can only really get to know when your boots are on the ground but i can't tell which colonia 'old mexico' is in.
@AlmostRetiredinMexico
Жыл бұрын
@yourmajesty1630 Kat lives out on the west side of town. I think the further you get from the downtown commercial core, the less gringos you'll find. As Kat points out, the more coffee shops you see on a map, the more expats will be in the area ;-)
@@AlmostRetiredinMexicothis Mexican girls apologizes for the hate and the terrible behavior of this person, most of us are not like that, I love your videos, keep up with the great work u r doing.
@brightonwestvideo
Жыл бұрын
@@fashionistadevota Thank you Karla. I know that most Mexican people are awesome. No need to apologize. If I had to apologize every time someone from the US was rude, it would be a full time job and I'd need an assistant to help!
@jackieturner4629
Жыл бұрын
Kat is amazing! I hope to meet her when I relocate this summer as well as to find a house like hers! 🩷🩷
@GringosRUs
Жыл бұрын
I'm really impressed with how much Kat pays in rent. We're over here in Gringoland (Colonia Bellavista) so that made me laugh. Supper club sounds like fun!
@AlmostRetiredinMexico
Жыл бұрын
The supper club events look like they've been going really well! You should join her for one.
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