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12 Things I have learned after living almost 15 years in Mexico
When at the grocery store meat counter, I know to order 200 or
300 grams of ham, not 200 or 300 kilos like I used to 15 years ago. (What a
look of shock I saw on the women’s faces!)
I have learned how to pronounce “estacionamiento” (parking
lot) and “impermeabilizante” (waterproofing … materials for our roof).
I know to order camarĂ³n (shrimp) con “un poco de ajo” (a
little garlic), instead of “un poco de ojo” (a little eye).
Spanglish is okay; at least it is better than only speaking
English.
I have learned to accept things the way they are, at least
most of the time.
I no longer refer to the United States as my home.
I don’t mention anymore the way things are done in the
states. Standard answer from my husband always was: “Where do you live? Not the
USA.”
People from the states look too tall and pale.
If somebody doesn’t arrive for an appointment, just come
back later.
Kissing and greeting people you barely know is acceptable
behavior.
Forgiveness is a way of life.
Happiness abounds.
I love this list
ReplyDeleteThanks, Cherry! :)
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