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  • Julie with her Dad in the coffee shop.

    Temporary Residency

    10/27/23 My dad was born in Brazil but is now a naturalized Mexican citizen. Today, I find out if I’m on the road to becoming a Mexican like my dad. I’m still in the States, but I’m visiting the Mexican Consulate in Dallas to ask for temporary residency. My interview is at 10:30. I have…

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  • Looking at the house from the bottom of the hill.

    The Build, Part Two

    09/02/23 By August, the two small buildings had gone up and they had poured the concrete for the roof.

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  • Partially built cistern

    The Build, Part One

    07/06/23 We bought the land in April 2023. After the paperwork was completed and the money was transferred, we started building in June. By “we” I mean Sabino, who built my parents’ house 20 years ago. His son Robin was the architect, so he and I texted back and forth on WhatsApp (and Google Translate,…

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  • Construction site with mountain view in the background.

    We’re Moving … to Mexico

    06/24/23 Ok, I guess it’s time to spill the beans. Last month I bought a piece of dirt, about a mile from my parents, who as many of you know live just north of Puerto Vallarta. Today, that piece of dirt has officially begun its transformation into Casa Buenavista, my new home. It’s really happening.…

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