“There’s nothing wrong with helping, of course. In fact, I think it’s important wherever we are to contribute to the society where we live. Many expats I know, not only in Guanajuato where we live, but all over Mexico, volunteer their time, energy, and money to support their local communities — and that’s a good thing.”
Louisa Rogers, Writer
Many expats volunteer to support their local community, but to think that Mexicans need our help is condescending.
The truth is that no matter how much you huff, puff and wring your hands, you will never escape from the post office.
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A strange experience led one writer to confront Mexico’s ancient connection to the mystical and occult, which remains lively to this day.
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