Expat Life in Ajijic. Q and A

[@annazapata4423]

My momma always told me...”Tis better to be invited to a friends beach house than to own one of your own.” Similar to the two best days in a boat owners life.....the day they buy it and the day they sell it!

[@JCTravelStories]

Mauro .... my pool maitence is $1000 pesos per month includes chemicals and is cleaned twice a week.and you're correct, we use it very little. :)

[@glasser2819]

@@JCTravelStories hola 'migo JC: the good without the bad... get a *clean* indoor Jacuzzi jetted tub or build a custom outdoor heated pool (longer lasting than drop-in plastic prefab units)

[@caboogie]

In a world gone mad.....I so look forward to these and your wonderful laid back being.

[@ND-hg6ui]

😂🤣 I loved the way you told that person that you're still working on being perfect. Great answers 👍

[@kristybobby]

Simon and Garfunkel: "Parsley, Sage, Rosemary, & Thyme." Thanks for the fun video!

[@JCTravelStories]

Yeh ... it was in there somewhere, just wasn't "on my mind today". Thanks. :)

[@joannenelson5764]

Enjoy your videos. I like it when you show neighborhoods around Lake Chapala. Could you do a video on the Chapala Haciendas neighborhood? Also Brisas de Chapala neighborhood? I especially like that you explain where you are at, and street names, etc. AND explain what you are seeing. Videos that drive through areas, but don't say anything about where they are or what you are seeing, don't help a lot. They just give me a lot of questions. I do enjoy all your variety of videos! Thank you!

[@jmadsen6118]

Love your Q&A videos, Lynn's dry humor and your makeshift sound booth. Smack away, friend! Thanks for your great videos.

[@leannbrower6914]

GOOD MORNING LYNN😁 It’s nice to see your smiling face today!

[@K1k05]

What's on my mind today...? How about a thumbs up! 🙏

[@hasty2]

Another informative, entertaining and thoroughly enjoyable video. You have a wonderfully relaxed manner which in turn puts your viewers at ease, smacking or no..

[@hurshulwalker10]

Smack away 👍🏼👍🏼. ☮️💜😺

[@cajunjamis9001]

"Lip Smackin'" Great video! Enjoyed it! Cajun

[@newhopeforhealing]

JC I love hearing what's on you mind today and always learn a ton! Thanks so much for sharing your knowledge and experience with those of us hungry for a move to Mexico. Much appreciated and enjoyed!

[@beeonthyme5760]

Thanks for answering and thanks for photo. Now I understand why you are entertaining...you have been doing it awhile. Now we need balloon animals demo! Ha

[@lee-johnson]

Lynn has achieved perfection! Jerry has a way to go. My wife and I enjoyed this one. Very funny

[@Samanthaavps]

Love your videos, I live in Ajijic too and I learned a lot watching your perspective of living in México.

[@JCTravelStories]

Thank you Samantha. :)

[@soniacardiel100]

Disfruto mucho your videos JC, I live en Massachusetts por mas de 20 años I'm ready to go back to my Mexico

[@JCTravelStories]

Ven Amigo. :)

[@justmona9647]

Lots of good information here Jerry 👍

[@bgregg55]

Balloon animals...I love it! You are a renaissance man.

[@kevindale8702]

Hello from Texas Jerry! I really enjoy your stories and sense of humor. Thanks for sharing. God bless.

[@jamesdavison5891]

Heartwarming to see how you are always so kind to and supportive of your wife

[@rafaelcastillo466]

Hola Amigo JC! Hermosa Esposa Con Un Buen Corazón. Thank You for sharing. God Bless

[@728473399]

Good morning my friend!! As usual, great video!! Very personable. That is one beautiful and big house. Love the outside. Looking forward to you all coming back to US......Till soon...out here

[@JCTravelStories]

Thanks Steve. :)

[@cookielu46]

By-the-way JC....I wanted to tell you that I love the colors you chose to paint in your home, which is beautiful.

[@JCTravelStories]

Thanks. :)

[@Terry-HandPanHowe]

Looks and sounds GREAT!! Keep fighting the good fight, JC!!

[@PC4USE1]

The 1 inch toilet pipe answers a question about a situation that I have encountered in the U S..

[@JCTravelStories]

Frequent clogging is often caused by a lack of a vent pipe. :)

[@lupemontoya8342]

I love watching your videos, and i give it thumbs up 🖒🖒🖒

[@cameloschwarz]

Magnífico, al fin solucionaste el problema del eco. Antes era muy difícil escuchar con claridad. Ha quedado perfecto. Saludos. Magnificent, at last you solved the echo problem. Before, it was very difficult to hear clearly. It has been perfect. Greetings.

[@lulugutierrez1558]

❤️love Jc’s stories!

[@esperanzamontford2765]

I like your stories, and I appreciate your honesty. As a Mexican living in the USA, it is nice to hear good things about Mexico. If you haven't visited Puebla, you are missing a lot of good weather, food, history and fun. Keep your doing stories.

[@JCTravelStories]

I have visited Puebla and loved it! :)

[@elainemcnary2788]

I’ve enjoyed your videos for a long time now, and I’ve never noticed any lip smacking, so if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it... it’s working fine. Your videos have improved in quality and entertainment value since you opened your channel. We enjoy hearing what’s on your mind today. 👍

[@karmathegiant]

So much great information thanks.

[@lindasmith929]

Thank you for another interesting video. I've never noticed the lip smacking before, but I'll watch for it now. Lol! Ed and I will be in Ajijic this next week. We leave tomorrow for Guadalajara. Our daughter works for the State Dept. we are visiting her. Our offer for dinner still stands!

[@JCTravelStories]

Enjoy your visit. Send me an email for dinner. [e-mail] :)

[@owlscoffeecats]

Linda Smith safe travels 🧳🤗

[@skippylippy547]

LOL @ "I'm still working on being perfect"! ^5 Me too :)

[@JCTravelStories]

Buena suerte amigo. :)

[@ninucamuresan7987]

i wished to have in my life this kind of wonderful man... thanks for the videos and all your work...

[@hivolco151]

When I stayed in Mexico over the Winter , my sister mailed me a package in December... I got it in March! :) a bit slow, but it did arrive!

[@dawnsmoke2586]

thanks for another informative and fun time J.C. ... always appreciate your videos ...

[@genekulp]

Always fun and informative! your style is so disarming and likable, thanks for visiting.

[@davidvelasco6385]

The toilet paper is so true. I moved from Mexico to Texas and I still don't flush paper down, its just a habit now haha

[@FranciscoRodriguez-ku1nl]

Thanks Jc. For the very impress educational video about toilet paper in Mexico.perform in front of teatro degollado, loved. I try to see the time of this video in the clock behind you .11.30.?, hey don't forget, Feliz 4 de julio.

[@fn8249]

Lol 😂 I am laughing Jerry over here you're so funny friend , take care .

[@RotaryTeamVincent]

You can get rid of echo in your sound by putting some chairs around and throwing blankets over them.

[@Roobah]

Hey, your little sound studio seems to work great! Love your house.

[@livingitup9647]

As always, thanks for the many giggles! ['...uh, how does that go?...,' Parsley, sage, rosemary and thyme.] 👍

[@richprince1239]

Lynn always make me laugh...I am only 40 and I have moments like Lynn all the time ha ha....sometimes I remember something 2 days later and tell someone, probably they think I am nuts....

[@kathrynlabrujadelaplaya508]

Love your little sound booth made out of sofa cushions, thanks for going to the trouble. . I never noticed you smacking your lips, I'll have to pay more attention. Thanks for telling us what's on your mind today,,

[@joelgarcia-kp7lb]

People move to places according to what they can afford, it’s very obvious that living on a fixed income in the states is really tough

[@joelgarcia-kp7lb]

You should do a video about beautiful women , when I tell my white friends that in Jalisco there are very nice looking women with color eyes they don’t believe me , if not to say the most beautiful women in the world

[@JCTravelStories]

Beauty as they say is in the eye of the beholder. Its true that my eye beholds a lot in Mexico. :)

[@BillBlyleven]

In Nicaragua the rule for TP in the basket is "Butter side down" - And yes that cannot be "Unheard" - Our Septic (In Nicaragua) was dug of a size that we will flush the TP away...

[@JCTravelStories]

You're correct. I'm never going to have not heard that. No doubt it will come to mind as I sit here and there around the world. :\

[@margaretcaldarone1005]

What's on your mind today? What about that blizzard in Guadalajara. What is going on? I think Lynn is as cute as can be Shes funny with her questions.Your very sweet with her. Love checking in on you. I love the climate there, concerned about altitude and the clean water of the lake.

[@JCTravelStories]

The altitude is a plus after about 10 days of getting used to it. Your body produces more red blood cells to carry oxygen. The humidity is never uncomfortable because of the altitude. I did a video about the water quality of the lake ..... kzbin.info/www/bejne/bJPOiKqdoMScoqs

[@John4707]

Just love the set up for the sound. It was quite fun to see cause you mentioned it in reply to my comment. Thanks. I did not know you have so many to plow through. You have a great life there. 5200 feet up sounds perfect. I can't get that here in Japan in summer 35 degrees. You got it made

[@atsushiyoshida6800]

It’s a cool noise insulation apparatus really.

[@torycook1215]

Beautiful home 🏘️🌴🏡🌵

[@owlscoffeecats]

Jerry! ☕️ Had time this morning to catch up with your new video!! Thank you 🙏 The sound is great, lighting is great, company you keep is great!🤗 Awesome job with Q&A! Is that an angel 😇 hanging in the wall in your dining area? it is very unique & beautiful Wow 😮 someone really spend time to ask Jerry if “ you always smack your lips when you talk?” 🙄 I doubt they would ask that in person, rude seems to get away with more online & it is wrong. SMACK AWAY Jerry!!

[@JCTravelStories]

Its not an angel. Its a fairy. Metal. Purchased in Tonala. :)

[@thewesternkidsofcalifornia5924]

Hi mi amigos I am from Colima I have been to manzanillo Colima to. Good video

[@MILGEO]

Hi JC,, I never noticed the lip smacking either. I saw a local news clip yesterday showing 3' of hail in Guadalajara with with a large truck of the 18 wheeler size driving through it! I'm surprised you weren't effected by such weather. Could this have been a prank video?

[@JCTravelStories]

Nope it was real. No hail on the lakeside of the mountains here. Crazy in Guad!!! What the hail is going on with global weather??? :)

[@MrJx4000]

Could've made some pretty good margaritas with that ice ;-)

[@MILGEO]

@@JCTravelStories It could be Global warning due to Gringo's driving big SUV's, RV's and eating steak every day! I'm sure the smog in Chinese cities where people can't breath without a respirator couldn't have anything to do with it :) of course weather patterns change slowly over hundreds of years, so who's to say.

[@msmerite56]

Looking to retire in a couple of years and at least winter in Ajijic, want to rent a Airnb to check the area out, but don't want to rent a car. What area should I look in for a rental that is walking distance to shopping and restaurants.

[@JCTravelStories]

If walking up hill is a problem, look for something between the main highway and the lake. If not you might consider a place I'll be reviewing in a couple of weeks. Taxi, bus, Uber ... good and inexpensive. Many Mexicans don't have cars so public transportation is good.

[@daffy2u]

Timeless JC. Mahalos for the info Holmes!

[@jerryglen986]

Jerry, I have to admit I really like your design and color of your home. I have 1 thing I don't like about homes. I hate carpet. All the tiles you have are great. Throw rugs OK. No carpet. Take care Jerry.😊👍

[@JCTravelStories]

I'm with you. No carpet. We have a few throw rugs. :)

[@josepv]

Very enjoyable chat! Have a GREAT day!

[@timbranton1709]

Hi JC. We enjoy your videos. I've been investigating Mexico as a retirement destination and your videos are very informative. I am going to be in Ajijic area the week of July 22 with my girlfriend and her family. They live in Leon. We are staying in Jocotepec but will spend most of the time in Ajijic and Chapala. Hope to see you around. Tim

[@sergiocruz5617]

Thanks for your videos

[@maaxpoower9037]

Glad to see you don't take yourself too seriously. Lip smacking comment made me howl!! Awesome stuff, Jerry!

[@NightFlightAM]

You answered my question about tp without me having to ask. Thank you.

[@RvDavy]

Long time no see i jumped in today maybe next winter ill join your senoir citizen gathering.

[@BettyA]

Great job with your camera setup. You are so funny. Love it. My laugh for the day at your jokes. What kind of entertaining did you do in Guadalajara? I'd love to know more about that. I have gone to Monterrey off and on for more than 20 years. As you know, the cities have been there for a very long time. Literally all the people I know and have met and stayed in their homes still cannot put toilet paper in the toilet. Mexico City was that way the last time I was there, but that was almost 20 years ago. Actually I was surprised the last time I was there that the mall actually had nice restrooms for a change. I have no doubt that the Americanized Lake Chapala and other similar areas have better standards, but there is a ton of "Old Mexico" still around, and looks like it will be for a very long time to come. ;-( My observation was that it took American companies arriving like Walmart, Starbucks, all the chain eating places, etc, to show them what a restroom is.

[@colourful64able]

Betty A old Mexico trumps USA

[@BettyA]

@@colourful64able I agree with you ;-) I'll be back in a few months but would like to be able to retire there

[@troystutsman1400]

Hi Jerry and Lynn: I have to tell you that I want your purple couch... Lol. I enjoy you Q&A sessions too...! I see that you are a man of many talents from the old photo you shared. I’d like to see more of those. I lived in Florida for a couple of years and know exactly what you’re talking about... When it hits triple digits it’s too damn hot...! You’d go from your air conditioned house to your air conditioned car to your air conditioned job or shopping place to eventually return back to your air conditioned home again and then you repeated the same sequence the next day...! Now their having all kinds of issues with that Red Tide Stuff and the spores it’s producing. All I can say is I’m happy right now living in Northern Indiana. Have a great day and be blessed.

[@murreyhall]

Thanks for the info JC

[@maelena1206]

Thanks for the explanation about the toilet paper, is really hard make people understand🤣

[@senturadeitch5946]

You and your wife are a hoot.

[@befuddled2010]

The toilet paper issue is really funny, especially the way you related it. The sign at your local Costco directing patrons to flush their paper reminded me of a another sign I thought was pretty at a childen's park in San Francisco that admonished: All adults must be accompanied children. Have a great day friend!

[@JCTravelStories]

Adults .... Children .... who decided which is whom?

[@stevenjb2009]

Composting toilets separate the liquid from the solids - if they mixed, that would generate a smell. So poo in a waste can by itself would not generate much of a stink. I have heard that the same practice is done in some areas of Greece due to narrow toilet piping.

[@rassabossa4554]

I have a composting toilet on my boat and use "ye ole bucket" in the campervan when absolutely necessarry. If the poo and pee are separated, as you mention, there is very little smell. I was at an Airbnb in downtown Ajijic last month that could not handle paper due to it having to be pumped up to street level and wet paper doesn't like to climb hills. I have never had a problem with smell from poo on paper. It dries really quickly. It's usually guys that can't aim that make some public baños smelly.

[@carlharris1750]

just wanted to ask if you got any of that hail lately

[@JCTravelStories]

No hail on the lake side of the mountains. Crazy in Guad, eh?? !! What the hail is going on with that?

[@beatemoore8244]

could you talk about the rainy season and how and if it effects you

[@JCTravelStories]

Good idea. It makes us happy. :)

[@jimroper5809]

For a minute I thought Lynn said Pickler. Then I listened a few more times. It's Mickler I thinkle. Must be the Echo. LOL 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@jimroper5809]

Just Kidding about the Echo. Seriously though, it isn't that bad in my opinion.

[@MrMhoch]

That widow story is not just expats. There's a website RVillage, which I assume you know about. There's a group on the site called Widows On Wheels.

[@JCTravelStories]

I've been a member of RVillage from its beginning. My handle is JC. :)

[@HamsterLife_EnglishLearning]

Canada Post makes oversea's packages minimum usually 4 weeks up to 8 weeks is so typical. More closer to 6-8 weeks. Occasionally it is 12 weeks from Malaysia, Hong Kong, China. The reason is, if the packages are not paid shipping it is a month at least delay. They throw them all in one huge bin and leave them there until a few weeks of priority mail shipping is completed once or twice first. I have a daughter that works for Canada Post. I called Canada Post about this and they said we can't check tracking for any packages from oversea's. Hmmm the real reason is it is not paid for shipping and the packages are buried so very deep in a bin of over a month's worth of packages. Great video content as always!

[@JCTravelStories]

Hmmmm .... that explains that. :)

[@joecolletti]

Another lip-smackingly good video Jerry :) Never noticed that before, I'm sure I'll forget it soon enough. Keep at it. A few thoughts on sound There is a definite echo. I don't think it's bad/distracting, but there are a couple things to try if you don't like it. The hard surfaces are what makes that room so "live" acoustically. You'd need to build a "cushion fort" or hang blankets around you to keep the echos from the mic-- that'd definitely effect your lighting :) If you moved to a room where you have more furniture and/or wall hangings-- or put more of those in that room-- you'll find they soak up a lot of those echos. You might check and see if your camera has a jack for an external mic. If it does, I think you'll find an inexpensive lavalier (lav) mic will reduce echos. It'll give you more options recording outside too. You'll find a bunch of them here: amzn.to/2J4hBEO (no, it's not an affiliate link ;)

[@dianneharris2870]

You home looks big and beautiful. May I ask if you are renting or buying? If renting, did it come furnished? Also, would you please share how much it costs? Again, love your home.

[@mjc42701]

JC did a video about it, here is the link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hmbck3eOfbihbJI

[@JCTravelStories]

We bought one house in 2004 and closed on the next door house in 2010. We built the living room between them to join the properties. The first and larger home was purchased furnished. What we paid in 2004 has no meaning in today's market. You can google this online magazine for current pics and prices in the area .... Point South Chapala Edtion :)

[@dianneharris2870]

@@JCTravelStories TY - looks like you did a great job.

[@kathybitzan7473]

Interesting about the lip smacking, I never noticed..... lol Good info otherwise, thanks again for sharing.

[@garyduran1]

Diane. Some folks cant handle camping, pooping outside, pit toilets, you know roughing it. Just stay where your at if you need compfy.

[@checkeredflagfilms]

Hi JC, thanks again for your informative channel. The humidity doesn't particularly bother me and I'd like to explore housing options on the west coast. I've been to Playa de Careyes...a lot of high end homes but I enjoyed the micro-climate with fewer bugs and less humidity. 1. What places (not overrun with Tourist) would you recommend I explore further? 2. What are the caveats in owning property near the seaside? (perhaps better to rent/lease?) 3. What about Baja?...is it mostly governed by the same rules/regulation as mainland Mexico? thanks and keep up the good work!

[@JCTravelStories]

Explore Melaque / Barra de Navidad. You can own property through a Mexican bank on the coast ... many expats do. Its often called a lease ....not exactly that ... kinda like a trust deed if you have a mortgage in the US ... 99 year agreement, renewable, passes to your heirs. There's a yearly maintenance fee paid to the bank that holds the title. This is not a loan arrangement. Study it. Baja???? There are 32 States in Mexico ... Federal law applies to Baja, some State laws will be different ... just like in the US. :)

[@checkeredflagfilms]

@@JCTravelStories Thanks for the informative reply. Definitely a good area...gotta get down and explore more in person.

[@checkeredflagfilms]

From your experience...Is it fairly easy to re-register a US vehicle in Mexico?

[@colourful64able]

You have such a beautiful voice I can’t help but wonder if you were ever a radio announcer or something like that

[@JCTravelStories]

Rodeo Clown. :)

[@colourful64able]

Hahahahah

[@lloydkumley1811]

Enjoyed your joking-around-self, smacking lips and all. Glad to hear you are seeking perfection... you're almost there! Duly noted about the house, but you are traveling in December, January, etc. ...?

[@JCTravelStories]

Mid Sept to early March in the RV. :)

[@danettedelcastillo6094]

Jerry - what is the name of your dentist that did your work last year? We moved here 4 months ago from Arizona and are loving it!

[@JCTravelStories]

Send me an email for dental info. [e-mail]

[@Crisco-b4b]

Well darn I thought you loved my comment. LOL

[@actas-rfc7306]

me too,, jajajajaj

[@JCTravelStories]

Ok ... you're getting a heart and thumbs up. :)

[@stephencook9860]

Hi JERRY, Again a great helpful video ,thanks. You mentioned you can pay your electric bill on line. We have set up a Charles Schwab account can the electric bill be paid through them. ? We are also wondering how to pay our rent? Will it be necessary to open a Mexican Bank account? If So how would we know the best bank ? Love what’s on your mind

[@JCTravelStories]

You can pay phone and electric online with a credit or debit card, so, YES, you can use your Schwab account cards for that. Paying rent depends on the landlord or rental agency. It varies from cash in pesos to check on a US bank. Probably you will not open a Mexican bank account. Its more difficult now than it used to be for US citizens. The IRS requires foreign banks to do a lot of paper work for US citizen account holders. They don't want to bother with you unless its a sizeable balance. Its not necessary to have a Mexican bank account. :)

[@stevecasillas3274]

My best regards to you ...I'm ur neighbor...good videos, congratulations

[@JCTravelStories]

Howdy neighbor. Which way? :)

[@stevecasillas3274]

@@JCTravelStories I love "LA TIA CANTINA" in axixic downtown,,,God bless you two and HAPPY 4TH JULY🎉🎉...see u there

[@bluetofu9880]

Okay this is the second time I wat4ched this my husband didn't get to it so now we both watched this one. We work together at home. Some days I don't help him blow glass. The first time I didn't notice the unicycle. I used to ride one for fun. I think I still could maybe (probably not a smart idea to to try). So can you still ride one ? What were doing when you were performing? Really Love Lynn's wit. She is classic. Love when she said "Solid" in the video with the scorpion.

[@marywinkle9408]

P.S. your house looks AMAZING !!!

[@dancechicky2012]

How is Amazon deliveries out there. Just curious. 🙂. So enjoy your channel

[@JCTravelStories]

Thanks for the question. I answer it in my next video. :)

[@dancechicky2012]

@@JCTravelStories thanks Jerry. As I wrote and sent you it, not even s as few mins after you explained it. 😃😃😉. Thank you so much.

[@jcatlady5947]

I enjoyed your video.

[@JCTravelStories]

I enjoyed your comment. :)

[@marialuisadavid4880]

¡Saludos desde Ensenada otro día! I was just going to mention the signs in Costco restrooms! And people always ignore the sign.

[@healthylivinginajijic]

Hello Jerry! Another great video, and when you were making this video we were also in Ajijic, visiting for the first time. I've originally learned about Ajijic from your videos and wanted to check it out for myself, so my son and I spent a week in early July there, came back only yesterday. What can I say, it's even better in person that I've gathered from your videos and I wish I still was there, walking the Malecon in Ajijic, going to the Peacock house for dinner. Will start to work on getting a permanent residency there, already met with the same lawyer that you recommend and got a real estate agent, although different from the one you've mentioned in comments. The only problem is that property in Ajijic is out of reach for me already, and it's going up in price. What is another walkable and safe town around lake Chapala that you can recommend for us to take a look at in regards to buying a house there? We drove through San Huan Cosala and it doesn't look as welcoming as Ajijic. Although the thermal spas there are great, we visited both and they are world class but virtually unknown outside Mexico - we were pretty much the only foreigners there. Do you think it is safe to live on La Paz in San Huan? They seem to have more affordable houses there, right along the lakeshore. Thank you in advance for any insights you can share!

[@JCTravelStories]

Yes, I think San Juan is safe .... if you befriend your Mexican neighbors you will be recieved and respected in kind. Its a short drive into Ajijic for the restaurants and things you found that draw you. :)

[@healthylivinginajijic]

@@JCTravelStories thank you so much for your reply, Jerry. So we will consider San Huan then, they have some new developments further away from the lake, maybe we'll find some there or buy a lot and build on it, we'll see. I would like to try getting permanent residency first, and they settle down with more confidence

[@pamelawirt2315]

You might also think about North East of Chapala, the traffic to get to places is a lot less as well as he house prices. The traffic getting to Chapala and Ajijic is much lighter. I would still advise you to rent for at least six months, before you buy. If you build, you need to live here while your house is being built. I have lived here for 26 years. Owned 4 homes, and rented 4 homes.

[@healthylivinginajijic]

@@pamelawirt2315 thank you!

[@pamelawirt2315]

@@healthylivinginajijic When you look on the map, it is the road towards San Nicholas and the Racquet Club. Many good restaurants also.

[@tootseug]

JC, in one of your replies to a question posted below regarding real estate properties, you responded by suggesting that the person" come down to the area for 6 months, and get a feel for the neighborhoods. " My question is, what are the times of the year that you would suggest? And is their a time of year to not come? Always smile watching your videos and your responce to the woman asking about being a widowed woman coming down by herself was most humerous. Thanks for another fun one.

[@JCTravelStories]

Our favorite time of the year is the summer ... rains at night, cool days up there in the mountains. May is hot and dusty before the rains start. Jan and Feb are busy with lots of snowbirds in the area. However, any time in Ajijic is better than most of the time in a lot of other places. :)

[@cactusjenny12]

When do the rain birds stop screeching? We are 3 months now, and were astonished by their noise!

[@JCTravelStories]

Haven't noticed them as much in the last few days. When it rains every night for a week, they're be done.

[@elizabethlove6860]

Thank you, Jerry, for another helpful and enjoyable video. A question I have about the air quality in Ajijic. As I look at weather conditions on Weather Bug each day, I check where I live and lso look at Ajijic. The air quality in Ajijic is consistently lower so I wondered if this is actually noticable?

[@JCTravelStories]

I can be dusty in May and June before the rains start. Otherwise, its not noticeable. The prevailing winds are towards Guadalajara, so that and the mountains protect us from the city air .... which can be very bad sometimes.

[@staceyrivas4962]

Oh. Did you see any of the hall storm? So weird

[@JCTravelStories]

No hail on the lakeside of the mountains here. Crazy in Guad!!! :)

[@jennhill8708]

I've just recommended Mexico for a dear daughter of the heart & her family. While Aijijic has gone up in price, it's still not the same as the US. They would have options they don't have in Washington State. I sent her yr wonderful vlog. 😊

[@JCTravelStories]

Thanks Jenn. :)

[@ellena858]

Love your videos, great info! I have friends that just moved near Encinada that said they got a mail service to have mail get to them more directly, do you know anything about that?

[@normaevett]

From my research (no personal experience), the mail services throw away junk mail and open the others, email you pics, and will remail to you if you want it. Full time RVers use these services, too.

[@JCTravelStories]

There are a couple of mail services here. One is iShop. Google it. You have a Texas address and they bulk ship everyone's mail to Mexico regularily. So you have a local mail box here. iShop was in my video a couple weeks ago about San Antonio Tlyacapan.

[@brianboatman5564]

We want to come visit when you get back from your trip to the States. Once there, I think it would be fun to make a video with you. My fresh eyes could offer some perspective, perhaps. Maybe we could get another video of an armed robbery suspect while we're at it!

[@JCTravelStories]

Buena idea. :)

[@rangamurali7667]

What were you performing in public , Jerry. Is it singing , story telling or performing magic :) , thanks for your videos, I keep checking as being interested things down there and to learn of the peaceful, good living.

[@JCTravelStories]

Performing???? Who ???? Me? !!! Nah. :)