Oh wow! I am so sorry that people treated you this way. That is a very good question that you have. My husband and I are believers in Jesus and we just purchased a home in the Ajijic area, maybe to live just for the winter or maybe permanently once our youngest daughter graduates from high school. We are Americans from Colorado. First of all, I am so sorry to hear you were treated that way. Second of all, your question is a really good one. I have never thought about it before. I have called myself an expat as that is the way all the magazines and videos on UA-cam have called people that move from the US and Canada to Mexico. So I have used this term as that is what I have heard used without ever really thinking about it. I have really enjoyed your content and your heart for our Lord. 😊
Thank you very much for your comment. It’s great to see other believers on my channel. I would have loved to interview that day. This question comes from Mexicans I come in contact with in Chapala and didn’t know how to answer so I figured I would ask.
@@yeshuaismyredeemer I did wonder also about your shirt! That is just anti Christian and it’s more than rude!! Those people need to get a life; I usually would say they need an Eternal Life but that is up to God to give them and their openness to receive it! I can see calling myself a migrant as in a traveler to live or visit in some other country; at some point I might want to refer to myself as a retiree from the USA. I guess immigrant would be ok too. I am legally in whichever country I go to so people can call me what they want ❤
Shalom. It really is a shame. I mentioned in another comment that i am a man in his 40s from California and my father was born in a town in Jalisco. He came to the US in the 60s. I acquired my Mexican citizenship a few years ago with the thought of moving back, to his surprise. LOL From your channel and a few others I have been learning about lots of Americans and Canadians moving to Mexico and I did have a concern for the very reasons that you are communicating to us right now. It is kind of interesting that many Americans and Canadians love our country, our food, i.e. our culture in general, and don't forget our women. LOL but when it comes to respecting I don't know so much. Love your shirt man. HalleluYah amd praise Yahshua. I'm rocking my tassels right now and am in the middle of Unleavened Bread week. A few people ask me what they are for and i happily share. Shalom, Manny
I don't really think it matters. Expat is a shortened form of the word "expatriate", which refers to someone who lives or works in a country other than their own. Expats may live temporarily or permanently away from their home country, and may do so for work reasons, such as finding more lucrative employment, or to renounce their citizenship of one country in favor of another. Retiring abroad has become an increasingly popular option.
Thanks Brian, I think the point here is for people migrating to other countries be it, Hispanics to the US and Canada or visa versa that they would be referred to then equally. Migrant many times has been used in a derogatory manner, so either everyone is a migrant or everyone is an expat. It does matter to many Mexicans living in the US and well as for Mexicans that live next to foreigners in their own country. I really appreciate your input. Cheers
@@yeshuaismyredeemer I am a gringo güero from Texas and I will never call myself an expat. I consider an expat an expatriate an ex Patriot! Someone who once put their country first and for some reason or reasons they changed and left their country looking for something better. True I want something more comfortable for the time being but I am and always will be an American first! ❤ I truly feel some expats are traitors to their original countries but many at the same time want to change the country they visit to more suit themselves and be like the country they abandoned 😮 Rude is what they were before leaving their country and rude they will remain everywhere they go 😢
Buenos días compañeros no dejes que te arruinen tu día porque una persona en ese día estava de malas estas en un país que des pues del retiro te puede ofrecer mucha paz como estados unidos lo iso economicamente algún día guadalajara es muy bonito y mexico es muy bonito no prestes atención a comentarios negativos tu disfruta tus días seve que eres feliz y estas lleno de dios se mas inteligente que esas personas negativas bendiciones
Gracia por tus vídeos dios quiera que pronto me pueda ir a México a a retirarme aya tanbien tengo pensado retirarme tanbien en guadalajara y hacer mis casas como tu gracias por tus videos tan informativos saludo desdé los ángeles California USA
Although to me it doesn't really matter what they call themselves, I perceive that there are some Mexicans that take offense to the term expat because immigrants to the U.S are called just that; immigrants. Personally I don't see an issue with either term as long as both sides of the immigrants/expats are respectful, courteous and willing to assimilate to the culture they go to.
That’s a good looking shirt amigo! Where what you believe is the truth who cares what other people think. If you ask me the question it’s immigrants that’s what I believe.
Hello my Brother in Christ! I am also thinking in moving to Chapala, San Antonio area but my question to you is what is cheaper to buy a house already built or is it cheaper to buy a lot and build on it? My funds are very limited and can't afford anything more than $200k but I don't mind a fixer or a something with some potential. Thanks and God Bless!
Hey brother. You can find homes for around 200k. They might be small since prices in San Antonio have been going up. You can also find a property and build for that same amount of money be it further away from Ajijic. It really comes to choice and what style of life you want to have. I choose to be away from Ajijic because it’s to crowded for my liking. I prefer to go and visit there than to live there.
Long comment: My wife and I are from CA and just left Ajijic after spending a little over 1 week in the area. We are also believers in Yahshua and following our fathers commandments. We are in Tepatitlan right now with my wife's family for 2 weeks but have planned to return to Chapala in hopes of making a life for ourselves. We are Mexican Americans but really seem more like "expats" or gringos in my opinion especially me with my level of spainish speaking. I know what you are trying to explain about the vibe in Chapala area. It seems like American "expats" in the area are not very friendly with one another and constantly competing and quarreling. It seems pretty tense even on Facebook groups It's a shame because we went to Vietnam to teach English and the vibe was much different. Westerners were very friendly with one another and vietnamese locals also. In ajijic I would say buenas tardes to expats and get no response more than half the time. On the other hand all the mexican community was very welcoming. Idk what's up but now we are considering trying to make a life here in Tepa. This being said we still met very nice expats in Chapala area but not exactly how I was expecting to be recieved.
Thank you Charles, truly appreciate your comment. I’m building my home in Chapala more towards the actual town of Chapala and people are for sure nicer. I was pretty shocked the way I was received, and unfortunately I haven’t been the only one to feel this way. I hope the community changes. Cheers my friend. I hope you find the perfect place to live.
@yeshuaismyredeemer Thank you we hope things get better too. The world is really divided right now so it's not like I can't really single out the Chapala Lake community as an uncommon atmosphere. I feel like as believers here in Mexico we have to set an example for those lost hatred and idol worship. Keep wearing your shirt and doing the good work! God Bless you and your fam
Hola Alejando. Saludos. Gracias por tu comentario, de acuerdo contigo. No puede ser diferente para el extranjero que llega a México que al mexicano que migra a EU.
In their countries my be called Expats because they left, but migrated into a foreign country, that makes them immigrants in the country where they migrated to. So for us, here in Mexico they are IMMIGRANTS.
My dad was born in San Nicolas. And this last time I went I noticed the Canadian people were rude walked around like they owned the place. I told a Canadian hey nice motorcycle and he replied rudely it is and rudely speeded away. Encountered many of them acting like they are to important or high to talk to locals or even mexican visiting. Noticed also when you spend more or have more than them they also act rude/judgey
That’s sad. I mentioned to someone else. If they lived in the US. They would be considered boarder line poor in most cases. Then they go to Mexico and think they are all rich and entitled. Not all the time I must clarify but I’m seeing this more and more unfortunately
The reason it’s pretty clear, you have american logos on your cloths, totally bilingual in a way they feel intimidated. Same happens to me when visiting my hometown Pto. Vallarta from US, once they know you speak fluently english you feel rejected. Try to approach them in spanish and see, it’ll work.. I do that. Explain what you think it might be….😮 Expats does not apply for someone who lives, work permanently other than their own country and become permanent resident… it is immigrant.👋
Hey, I am from Sonora 🇲🇽 but I have been in AZ 🇺🇸 for a very long time. I think that they called you "expatriota," which is rude. Probably they think that you were born in Mexico. It depends on the way they're saying it. Sometimes, they just may be joking. I am not sure about but I think that is possible. ❤ 🇲🇽 🇺🇸 ❤
I feel like the best term for Canadians and US stacens, moving to Mexico, would be migrants. Myself born in Mexico, but residing in US, I am considered a migrant. Same continent, just traveling for work or better living conditions.
I think this is the part that bothers me. In the US they would be living a mediocre life (poor) they go to Mexico and they a more rich life only to put aside the poor people. Not in all cases but in some
Es triste que estos inmigrantes estén cambiando el aspecto social y cultural de nuestro país tTenemos que parar esto pero!ya!antes que sea demasiado tarde
Ahora entiendes a los estadounidenses cuando entran a su país miles de migrantes ilegalmente?? Son aprox. 1 millon de estadounidenses que han llegado a México. En Estados Unidos viven 10.7 millones de mexicanos, ¿ves la proporción? . A mí no me parece mal que vengan extranjeros a vivir, mientras contribuyan con la economía. Por qué mejor no te quejas de los venezolanos, a los que el gobierno regala 110 dolares mensuales mientras están en México.
@Acjrr no se confunda señor, los inmigrantes que llegan a usa llegan a trabajar duro para sacar sus familias adelante y no a relocalizar a los estadounidenses lo cual es lo que hacen ellos . Si es cierto que ayuda los dólares que traen a Mexico. Pero con un gran costo , apoco no save de como están sacando la gente del centro de los lugares más bonitos . Cheque nomas San Miguel de Allende . Mi familia fue de paseo y noto lo caro que es para el mexicano las cosas . Por los gringos es que esta así . O la ciudad de Mexico ya esta infestada por igual. Usted a estado em USA 🇺🇸? Save como tratan o ven a sus paisanos de este lado ?
@@esegarcia908 Amigo, somos casi 130 millones de mexicanos y son cerca de 1 millón (799 248 ) de estadounidenses censados en México en 2020, es decir, no es ni el 1% de la población, ¿como es que nos van a desplazar?, es verdad que se concentran en algunas ciudades, pero no creo que lleguen y lo saquen a usted de su casa, tuvo que haber una oferta, alguien de este país que ve la oportunidad de beneficiarse y vender su propiedad. Si la gente no quiere que la saquen de esos lugares, pues que no venda.
@@yeshuaismyredeemer By definition, someone who comes to live legally & permanently in another country. Personally, I am opposed to tribalism. I believe it's a very slippery slope to head down. I am also opposed to classism. I have travelled fairly extensively over the years. To numerous countries throughout the world. People are pretty much the same the world over. Every place I have travelled to I have found people with both admirable qualities and not so admirable qualities. I suspect the actual motivation of those who either call themselves "expats", or are called many other things by locals, are as varied as they are numerous. For myself personally, it's important to have a positive impact in the world. All that being said, I have, on numerous occasions had complete strangers approach me in a attempt to record me in an interview on a video (3 times by news channels). I will generally say "no thank you". If someone becomes pushy, I don't feel compelled to discuss my personal reasons as to why. A bit about myself. For no other reason than to provide assurances that I am not speaking in hypothetical dialogue. There are roughly 45,000 inhabitants living in 17 villages in Togo, Africa, that, but were it not for my efforts, would not have potable drinking water in their villages. Would it be nice to have those funds in my bank account? Yes, but not at the cost of the villagers not having potable water. I have been the single largest financial contributor to a large private no-kill animal shelter (which also offers free outreach for spay and neuter clinics in the Yucatan), for the last several years. There are 5 middle school children in Cozumel, MX, that I have purchased laptops for in the last year (they would not be able to afford them otherwise). And lastly, during the pandemic lockdown, I helped financially support 4 lower income families I am friends with in Cozumel (including medical bills). Not everyone is fortunate enough to be able to assist those less fortunate, to this degree. However, I do believe that positive change comes one small deed, or action, at a time.
I think by your comment, it would be be very pleasant talking to you as well. However this is the beauty of my faith I can still show you grace, and excuse your ignorance with love.
@@yeshuaismyredeemer excuse me ignorance? I guess you dont know what is happening in Gaza or you support the unliving there.. If thats the foreigners we are taking, mexico will be turned into a shit hole.. Is ra hell is evil, thats not a faith, is devil worshipping and your shirt is an insult to the people with concience...
They call themselves "expats" because they come from the same country. Expats Is the equivalent for "paisanos" amongst latinos. If you're a Mexican you can call Americans and Canadians "immigrants", because they've migrated to Mexico from another country. You do not need to worry about how they call amongst themselves.
Hello. I guess it’s a bit frustrating due to the way it’s used. It’s almost as they separate them selves to be in a different social level then those migrating to the US. If it was just a term, I think I would be ok, and other Mexicans in Mexico would be ok with it, but it’s mostly use to separate them selves socially from the have nots.
@@yeshuaismyredeemerthe word ‘expat’ has nothing to do with any kind of ‘social class’ meaning. You are seeing something where nothing exists. It really seems to be a big deal with Mexicans though, how these traveling Americans call themselves. ‘Expat’ is someone who intends to return back to their home country at some future undefined point in time, whereas ‘immigrants’ see themselves permanent- raising a family, dying and being buried in their new country. There is zero meaning as to some ‘social class’ aspect. Consult the Webster’s dictionary or Roget’s Thesaurus for perhaps a better explanation than I am giving.
@@damonmelendez856 thanks for your feedback. For many Mexicans it’s a big deal, and sometimes it’s has to do with their behavior toward them. If the so called expats believe this word not to be a social class word then they shouldn’t be ok to be called immigrants. The foreigners that arrive in Mexico are a blessing to many people financially, but also a reminder that some people believe them selves to more then them. At least in Ajijic. You can see it in the way they talk to people. The same day I took the video, they was a older woman buying ice cream there at the plaza, the store attendant told the lady 28 pesos for what the ice cream, the older lady was what? The young lady answered 28 pesos in Spanish. The older lady answer I don’t understand you! But was getting upset, and gave the young lady a bit of attitude. Seeing what was happening I told the lady it was 28 pesos in English, but at that point the lady was already flustered. The young attendant didn’t know English, the older lady did not try to speak Spanish, and expected the younger lady to speak English. This is just one example of many that happen around town. What do you call this your self?
@@yeshuaismyredeemer clearly the old lady was an entitled beeotch. I’m just saying that this is different from the definition of 2 English words which should be settled by consulting a thesaurus. The language thing is an issue that happens in many countries especially in tourist areas, it’s part of the price you pay for their $. But at least each country has the right to allow them in, or not.
@@yeshuaismyredeemer a Mexican permanent visa is now requires an even higher monthly income, I think Americans will need about $4,400 per month now. So will this mean more educated people coming to MX ? Or maybe just richer old people who don’t give a damn. We will see.
Oh wow! I am so sorry that people treated you this way. That is a very good question that you have. My husband and I are believers in Jesus and we just purchased a home in the Ajijic area, maybe to live just for the winter or maybe permanently once our youngest daughter graduates from high school. We are Americans from Colorado.
First of all, I am so sorry to hear you were treated that way. Second of all, your question is a really good one. I have never thought about it before. I have called myself an expat as that is the way all the magazines and videos on UA-cam have called people that move from the US and Canada to Mexico. So I have used this term as that is what I have heard used without ever really thinking about it.
I have really enjoyed your content and your heart for our Lord. 😊
Thank you very much for your comment. It’s great to see other believers on my channel. I would have loved to interview that day. This question comes from Mexicans I come in contact with in Chapala and didn’t know how to answer so I figured I would ask.
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I did wonder also about your shirt! That is just anti Christian and it’s more than rude!! Those people need to get a life; I usually would say they need an Eternal Life but that is up to God to give them and their openness to receive it! I can see calling myself a migrant as in a traveler to live or visit in some other country; at some point I might want to refer to myself as a retiree from the USA. I guess immigrant would be ok too. I am legally in whichever country I go to so people can call me what they want ❤
Shalom. It really is a shame. I mentioned in another comment that i am a man in his 40s from California and my father was born in a town in Jalisco. He came to the US in the 60s. I acquired my Mexican citizenship a few years ago with the thought of moving back, to his surprise. LOL
From your channel and a few others I have been learning about lots of Americans and Canadians moving to Mexico and I did have a concern for the very reasons that you are communicating to us right now.
It is kind of interesting that many Americans and Canadians love our country, our food, i.e. our culture in general, and don't forget our women. LOL but when it comes to respecting I don't know so much.
Love your shirt man. HalleluYah amd praise Yahshua. I'm rocking my tassels right now and am in the middle of Unleavened Bread week. A few people ask me what they are for and i happily share.
Shalom,
Manny
Hey Manny. Blessings brother. Thank you for leaving a comment. Yes it’s unfortunate that this is happening in Mexico.
@@yeshuaismyredeemer You're welcome, brother. I appreciate your content.
I don't really think it matters. Expat is a shortened form of the word "expatriate", which refers to someone who lives or works in a country other than their own. Expats may live temporarily or permanently away from their home country, and may do so for work reasons, such as finding more lucrative employment, or to renounce their citizenship of one country in favor of another. Retiring abroad has become an increasingly popular option.
Thanks Brian, I think the point here is for people migrating to other countries be it, Hispanics to the US and Canada or visa versa that they would be referred to then equally. Migrant many times has been used in a derogatory manner, so either everyone is a migrant or everyone is an expat. It does matter to many Mexicans living in the US and well as for Mexicans that live next to foreigners in their own country.
I really appreciate your input. Cheers
@@yeshuaismyredeemer 💯 Facts. Being the son of a man who moved to California from Jalisco, I know what you are talking about. Shalom
@@yeshuaismyredeemer
I am a gringo güero from Texas and I will never call myself an expat. I consider an expat an expatriate an ex Patriot! Someone who once put their country first and for some reason or reasons they changed and left their country looking for something better. True I want something more comfortable for the time being but I am and always will be an American first! ❤ I truly feel some expats are traitors to their original countries but many at the same time want to change the country they visit to more suit themselves and be like the country they abandoned 😮 Rude is what they were before leaving their country and rude they will remain everywhere they go 😢
Buenos días compañeros no dejes que te arruinen tu día porque una persona en ese día estava de malas estas en un país que des pues del retiro te puede ofrecer mucha paz como estados unidos lo iso economicamente algún día guadalajara es muy bonito y mexico es muy bonito no prestes atención a comentarios negativos tu disfruta tus días seve que eres feliz y estas lleno de dios se mas inteligente que esas personas negativas bendiciones
Muchísimas gracias por tus consejos. Saludos 😊
Gracia por tus vídeos dios quiera que pronto me pueda ir a México a a retirarme aya tanbien tengo pensado retirarme tanbien en guadalajara y hacer mis casas como tu gracias por tus videos tan informativos saludo desdé los ángeles California USA
Hola Martin. Espero que puedas realizar tu deseos amigo. Saludos 😊
Si a las personas le molesta tus logros en la vida y especial mente tu brillo 🌞 pues que se pongan lentes compañero
@@martinamezquita4129 jaja 😛 gracias
Although to me it doesn't really matter what they call themselves, I perceive that there are some Mexicans that take offense to the term expat because immigrants to the U.S are called just that; immigrants. Personally I don't see an issue with either term as long as both sides of the immigrants/expats are respectful, courteous and willing to assimilate to the culture they go to.
@471CDA Some Mexican people, depending the way that they say the words, are also how you will feel.
Nice shirt 👍
lol thank you 😊
yo me voy a retirar pero al sur de mexico, Campeche es un buen lugar muy bonito y mucho mas barato y muy seguro.
Has ido a Yucatán? E escuchado que Yucatán es más seguro que Campeche.
That’s a good looking shirt amigo! Where what you believe is the truth who cares what other people think. If you ask me the question it’s immigrants that’s what I believe.
Thank you my friend. 👍🏼😊
Hello my Brother in Christ! I am also thinking in moving to Chapala, San Antonio area but my question to you is what is cheaper to buy a house already built or is it cheaper to buy a lot and build on it? My funds are very limited and can't afford anything more than $200k but I don't mind a fixer or a something with some potential. Thanks and God Bless!
Hey brother. You can find homes for around 200k. They might be small since prices in San Antonio have been going up. You can also find a property and build for that same amount of money be it further away from Ajijic. It really comes to choice and what style of life you want to have. I choose to be away from Ajijic because it’s to crowded for my liking. I prefer to go and visit there than to live there.
🙏❤️😇 🇮🇱 🇺🇸 😊 beautiful Shirt 👕
Thank you 😊😊😊😊
Long comment:
My wife and I are from CA and just left Ajijic after spending a little over 1 week in the area. We are also believers in Yahshua and following our fathers commandments.
We are in Tepatitlan right now with my wife's family for 2 weeks but have planned to return to Chapala in hopes of making a life for ourselves. We are Mexican Americans but really seem more like "expats" or gringos in my opinion especially me with my level of spainish speaking.
I know what you are trying to explain about the vibe in Chapala area. It seems like American "expats" in the area are not very friendly with one another and constantly competing and quarreling. It seems pretty tense even on Facebook groups
It's a shame because we went to Vietnam to teach English and the vibe was much different. Westerners were very friendly with one another and vietnamese locals also.
In ajijic I would say buenas tardes to expats and get no response more than half the time. On the other hand all the mexican community was very welcoming. Idk what's up but now we are considering trying to make a life here in Tepa.
This being said we still met very nice expats in Chapala area but not exactly how I was expecting to be recieved.
Thanks for your content btw you were an inspiration for us to start our move to Mexico. Hallelyah!
Thank you Charles, truly appreciate your comment. I’m building my home in Chapala more towards the actual town of Chapala and people are for sure nicer. I was pretty shocked the way I was received, and unfortunately I haven’t been the only one to feel this way. I hope the community changes. Cheers my friend. I hope you find the perfect place to live.
Amen and praise God. Blessing brother
@yeshuaismyredeemer Thank you we hope things get better too. The world is really divided right now so it's not like I can't really single out the Chapala Lake community as an uncommon atmosphere. I feel like as believers here in Mexico we have to set an example for those lost hatred and idol worship.
Keep wearing your shirt and doing the good work! God Bless you and your fam
Ya te habIa comentado la vez anterior cualquier persona que se muda de un país a otro se nos llama inmigrantes
Hola Alejando. Saludos. Gracias por tu comentario, de acuerdo contigo. No puede ser diferente para el extranjero que llega a México que al mexicano que migra a EU.
In their countries my be called Expats because they left, but migrated into a foreign country, that makes them immigrants in the country where they migrated to. So for us, here in Mexico they are IMMIGRANTS.
My dad was born in San Nicolas. And this last time I went I noticed the Canadian people were rude walked around like they owned the place. I told a Canadian hey nice motorcycle and he replied rudely it is and rudely speeded away. Encountered many of them acting like they are to important or high to talk to locals or even mexican visiting. Noticed also when you spend more or have more than them they also act rude/judgey
That’s sad. I mentioned to someone else. If they lived in the US. They would be considered boarder line poor in most cases. Then they go to Mexico and think they are all rich and entitled. Not all the time I must clarify but I’m seeing this more and more unfortunately
The reason it’s pretty clear, you have american logos on your cloths, totally bilingual in a way they feel intimidated.
Same happens to me when visiting my hometown Pto. Vallarta from US, once they know you speak fluently english you feel rejected. Try to approach them in spanish and see, it’ll work.. I do that. Explain what you think it might be….😮
Expats does not apply for someone who lives, work permanently other than their own country and become permanent resident… it is immigrant.👋
Hello and thank you for your comment. Thanks for the advice as well. 😊
I prefer immigrant. I also agree to be kind. Leave old thinking behind. Be gracious. Embrace your new country.
Awesome. Thank you for sharing
Immigrant, the proper term it's immigrant.
Totally agree
Hey, I am from Sonora 🇲🇽 but I have been in AZ 🇺🇸 for a very long time. I think that they called you "expatriota," which is rude. Probably they think that you were born in Mexico. It depends on the way they're saying it. Sometimes, they just may be joking. I am not sure about but I think that is possible. ❤ 🇲🇽 🇺🇸 ❤
I feel like the best term for Canadians and US stacens, moving to Mexico, would be migrants. Myself born in Mexico, but residing in US, I am considered a migrant. Same continent, just traveling for work or better living conditions.
How many of those EX Pats show up broke? Do they jump on the system for a free ride? I doubt it.
I think this is the part that bothers me. In the US they would be living a mediocre life (poor) they go to Mexico and they a more rich life only to put aside the poor people. Not in all cases but in some
Es triste que estos inmigrantes estén cambiando el aspecto social y cultural de nuestro país tTenemos que parar esto pero!ya!antes que sea demasiado tarde
Anteriormente no pensé que esto estaba pasando. Poco a poco miro que si hay un efecto negativo.
Gracias a su vídeo muchos mexicanos puedan ver y empezar a hacer algo . Como no vender sus propiedades a estos ambiciosos
Ahora entiendes a los estadounidenses cuando entran a su país miles de migrantes ilegalmente?? Son aprox. 1
millon de estadounidenses que han llegado a México. En Estados Unidos viven 10.7 millones de mexicanos, ¿ves la proporción? . A mí no me parece mal que vengan extranjeros a vivir, mientras contribuyan con la economía. Por qué mejor no te quejas de los venezolanos, a los que el gobierno regala 110 dolares mensuales mientras están en México.
@Acjrr no se confunda señor, los inmigrantes que llegan a usa llegan a trabajar duro para sacar sus familias adelante y no a relocalizar a los estadounidenses lo cual es lo que hacen ellos . Si es cierto que ayuda los dólares que traen a Mexico. Pero con un gran costo , apoco no save de como están sacando la gente del centro de los lugares más bonitos . Cheque nomas San Miguel de Allende . Mi familia fue de paseo y noto lo caro que es para el mexicano las cosas . Por los gringos es que esta así . O la ciudad de Mexico ya esta infestada por igual. Usted a estado em USA 🇺🇸? Save como tratan o ven a sus paisanos de este lado ?
@@esegarcia908 Amigo, somos casi 130 millones de mexicanos y son cerca de 1 millón (799 248 ) de estadounidenses censados en México en 2020, es decir, no es ni el 1% de la población, ¿como es que nos van a desplazar?, es verdad que se concentran en algunas ciudades, pero no creo que lleguen y lo saquen a usted de su casa, tuvo que haber una oferta, alguien de este país que ve la oportunidad de beneficiarse y vender su propiedad. Si la gente no quiere que la saquen de esos lugares, pues que no venda.
Actually, strictly by definition, an Expat is someone who resides legally in a country other than which they have citizenship in.
Hello Dennis, and immigrant?
@@yeshuaismyredeemer By definition, someone who comes to live legally & permanently in another country.
Personally, I am opposed to tribalism. I believe it's a very slippery slope to head down. I am also opposed to classism. I have travelled fairly extensively over the years. To numerous countries throughout the world. People are pretty much the same the world over. Every place I have travelled to I have found people with both admirable qualities and not so admirable qualities. I suspect the actual motivation of those who either call themselves "expats", or are called many other things by locals, are as varied as they are numerous. For myself personally, it's important to have a positive impact in the world.
All that being said, I have, on numerous occasions had complete strangers approach me in a attempt to record me in an interview on a video (3 times by news channels). I will generally say "no thank you". If someone becomes pushy, I don't feel compelled to discuss my personal reasons as to why.
A bit about myself. For no other reason than to provide assurances that I am not speaking in hypothetical dialogue.
There are roughly 45,000 inhabitants living in 17 villages in Togo, Africa, that, but were it not for my efforts, would not have potable drinking water in their villages. Would it be nice to have those funds in my bank account? Yes, but not at the cost of the villagers not having potable water.
I have been the single largest financial contributor to a large private no-kill animal shelter (which also offers free outreach for spay and neuter clinics in the Yucatan), for the last several years.
There are 5 middle school children in Cozumel, MX, that I have purchased laptops for in the last year (they would not be able to afford them otherwise).
And lastly, during the pandemic lockdown, I helped financially support 4 lower income families I am friends with in Cozumel (including medical bills).
Not everyone is fortunate enough to be able to assist those less fortunate, to this degree. However, I do believe that positive change comes one small deed, or action, at a time.
I call them gringo 🫨
Jaja 😛
Jaja 😛
Dont you realize that shirt is a zi on st they are the new na zis. Wake up i woudnt like to talk to you with that shirt either
I think by your comment, it would be be very pleasant talking to you as well. However this is the beauty of my faith I can still show you grace, and excuse your ignorance with love.
@@yeshuaismyredeemer excuse me ignorance? I guess you dont know what is happening in Gaza or you support the unliving there.. If thats the foreigners we are taking, mexico will be turned into a shit hole.. Is ra hell is evil, thats not a faith, is devil worshipping and your shirt is an insult to the people with concience...
They call themselves "expats" because they come from the same country. Expats Is the equivalent for "paisanos" amongst latinos. If you're a Mexican you can call Americans and Canadians "immigrants", because they've migrated to Mexico from another country. You do not need to worry about how they call amongst themselves.
Hello. I guess it’s a bit frustrating due to the way it’s used. It’s almost as they separate them selves to be in a different social level then those migrating to the US. If it was just a term, I think I would be ok, and other Mexicans in Mexico would be ok with it, but it’s mostly use to separate them selves socially from the have nots.
@@yeshuaismyredeemerthe word ‘expat’ has nothing to do with any kind of ‘social class’ meaning. You are seeing something where nothing exists. It really seems to be a big deal with Mexicans though, how these traveling Americans call themselves. ‘Expat’ is someone who intends to return back to their home country at some future undefined point in time, whereas ‘immigrants’ see themselves permanent- raising a family, dying and being buried in their new country. There is zero meaning as to some ‘social class’ aspect. Consult the Webster’s dictionary or Roget’s Thesaurus for perhaps a better explanation than I am giving.
@@damonmelendez856 thanks for your feedback. For many Mexicans it’s a big deal, and sometimes it’s has to do with their behavior toward them. If the so called expats believe this word not to be a social class word then they shouldn’t be ok to be called immigrants. The foreigners that arrive in Mexico are a blessing to many people financially, but also a reminder that some people believe them selves to more then them. At least in Ajijic. You can see it in the way they talk to people. The same day I took the video, they was a older woman buying ice cream there at the plaza, the store attendant told the lady 28 pesos for what the ice cream, the older lady was what? The young lady answered 28 pesos in Spanish. The older lady answer I don’t understand you! But was getting upset, and gave the young lady a bit of attitude. Seeing what was happening I told the lady it was 28 pesos in English, but at that point the lady was already flustered.
The young attendant didn’t know English, the older lady did not try to speak Spanish, and expected the younger lady to speak English. This is just one example of many that happen around town. What do you call this your self?
@@yeshuaismyredeemer clearly the old lady was an entitled beeotch. I’m just saying that this is different from the definition of 2 English words which should be settled by consulting a thesaurus. The language thing is an issue that happens in many countries especially in tourist areas, it’s part of the price you pay for their $. But at least each country has the right to allow them in, or not.
@@yeshuaismyredeemer a Mexican permanent visa is now requires an even higher monthly income, I think Americans will need about $4,400 per month now. So will this mean more educated people coming to MX ? Or maybe just richer old people who don’t give a damn. We will see.
They're IMMIGRANTS
Totally agree. 👍🏼
Go home.
Where is home?