How to Avoid BOREDOM Living in Mexico as an American

If you're worried about being bored when you retire in Mexico, stop worrying right now. Kat and I talk about our nonprofit activities this week.
Kat is on the board of Baja Dogs Sterililzations and they are planning a fundraiser April 10th. You can purchase tickets on their website or make a donation here on KZbin. I'm hoping to raise $150 by April 10th - enough to sterilize 10 dogs.
I've been busy making videos for the nonprofit Sea Watch. The videos are mostly for local Mexicans to help them learn about the state of the sea and what they can do to help it.
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[@julietillinghast6971]

I am starting work with the La Paz rotary club. There are so many local children who do not get to go to school because their parents can’t afford the fees, and cost of a uniform, shoes and school supplies. It’s a tragic situation which keeps the poor oppressed. There is so much we can do to help, and hopefully every child will eventually have the advantage of an education. Something we take for granted in the US and other countries.

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

I recently learned that kids in small towns might not have shoes, and the shoes are necessary to be allowed in the school. Such simple things that we don't know anything about. I'm going to reach out to yuo about Rotary.

[@julietillinghast6971]

Yes please! Education is something we take for granted. Such a horrible situation here.

[@bajaboy29]

Great efforts on your part. I am a long time trail runner. We started a trail running group and a trail race. In addition to getting people active, we are building a beautiful trail system. This year, we'll hold the Third Annual Bahia Asuncion 5k Fun and 10k Trail Championships. Last year, we were able to donate 5000 pesos to the girls softball team, install two benches on the trails, feed all the runners, give them medals, offer prize money, along with other offerings for an entry fee of 200 pesos. It's so cool to see how many people have started walking and running. This year, Baja Bound Insurance is going to sponsor us. We appreciate any and all donations🎉

[@martbright]

That is amazing! Longtime trail runner here too, though I have not done it in Mexico!

[@bajaboy29]

@@martbright if you're ever in Bahia Asuncion, I'd love to show our trails. Also you might consider doing Don Diablo run near La Paz in November. It's tough but beautiful. We'll be there again this year

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

Thanks for sharing. That's a part of BCS I've never been too. And it's great that you are getting the locals involved in running!

[@Dieppaloveplants]

U guys are amazing for doing that Mother Nature apriciate u guys and our Lord

[@davebaker489]

I commend you both. You are obviously both better than I. Really. I mostly just stand by in the background while Pam works her trivia night for the local hospital and nursing home. Our surrounding towns come out to a local pub and help with this cause. Pam's also on the board of directors for a group (80 thou plus) that look after retired teachers benefits. While I do help out basiclly I'm just the security and the "pretty face". lol 😆 Both sound like something WE could get behind you with. (If we ever get there) You 2 are both good people helping out .👍👍👍 P n D

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

We'll get you both involved down here! Pam can be on the board organizing Baja Dogs Sterilizations and you and I can pet the dogs during recovery! I think they allow margaritas in that role.

[@davebaker489]

OK deal. Last year I told Flash I'd stand with him and help clean and sterilize the instruments. But if you'd rather I guess we could all stand around and be the drunk gringo's. Likely not a good sight at a clinic. @@AlmostRetiredinMexico

[@OldSchoolPrepper]

we worked @DogPrana sterilization clinic here in El Pescadero earlier this month. It was awesome, dogs and cat...they are already fundraising for the next clinic. We saw more 99 (cats&dogs)...such a cool environment and a way to give back to the local community. glad to hear you are doing even more. I agree, a lot of folks do balk when the 'great white hope' shows up and tries to run the show....when it's our job to take a back seat and support the local communities. We also try and fundraise for the bomberos (fire depts/emt) as well as sterilization clinics and vet care

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

Bomberos are a great group to support. So many volunteer fire departments in Mexico! Thanks for your work in El Pescadero with the pups and cats!

[@edrios1751]

you guys are awesome !!! I wish all citizens from Mexico could learn from your example. Gracias por limpiar la basura de la orilla del mar.. ojala pudieramos aprender a limpiar la basura cuando vamos a la playa

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

Thank you. Muchas personas a la playa está semana! Ojalá no mucha basura!

[@johnandersen8199]

Thanks for sharing this. Volunteering is an essential pillar in living the best life possible.

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

Thanks John. Volunteering and speaking Spanish ;-)

[@Mariapink100]

So proud of all the amazing work you two do both in the US and Mexico. You truly are a shining example for my husband and I on how to live an impactful life ❤

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

You two do a great job with all the kittens! Thanks for watching.

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

And thank you for the donation!

[@aqua6178]

I absolutely love this video! Seeing the ways you two are giving back to your community is heartwarming. Thank you. I've been a vet tech volunteer for the Todos Santos spay and neuter clinic. It has been a phenomenal effort that has practically reversed the homeless dog population in Todos. I love hearing that this effort is also happening in La Paz! I'd love to support/volunteer with Baja Dogs Sterilazations in La Paz in the future. Yes--definitely keep us posted about Sea Watch! I've heard they are doing very important work and will want to support their efforts as well when it's appropriate. Until then, we'll donate to BDS and take buckets to the beaches/mtns for trash cleanup. Muchas gracias por tu ayuda!

[@carlosgonzalez-cx6tg]

I love you american people and you are always wllcome in México ..❤❤

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

Muchas gracias! We love Mexico

[@cindyk3076]

You are both wonderful for volunteering to help the community! (Well, not just for that, wonderful in general!)

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

Thanks Cindy. We try to balance out our not-so-wonderful moments with volunteering, glad it's working!

[@cl2385]

Wow! Brighton, what a memory, can't remember much of school, except having a great time in recess😂

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

I didn't even get into the Notre Père qui es aux cieux... Yes, we had to learn the Our Father in English, Ancient Greek (why?) and whatever foreign language we were taking. Recess was the only time I didn't have a nun threatening to smash my fingers with a ruler!

[@jacquelinemarie4380]

Awesome causes & gracias por su servicio. I’m leaving before the fundraising event for Los Perros, but I will Definately donate online. ✨😌

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

Thanks! And great seeing you at the happy hour. Enjoy your time in CDMX!

[@raidermike3244]

Way to go Brighton!! Helping Sea watch. You guys are a awesome couple 😎

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

Thanks so much Mike!

[@MadeNCda]

I admire you guys very much and appreciate how conscientious you are. I haven't volunteered lately, but I will find a cause I feel passionate about. I think it enriches our lives to give back. 😊

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

Thanks Kate. I agree - giving back does enrich our lives. I’m hoping to do a video about finding ways to give back in Mexico. Still researching…

[@MadeNCda]

@@AlmostRetiredinMexico That would be a very interesting video to see.

[@martbright]

Love you guys and all you do! My husband (who is a climate scientist) and I are not sure yet where we’ll end up-still exploring-but we definitely want to give back, as you two and others do. While I think San Miguel is too gringo-ified for my tastes I will say the expats have done a great job helping out with sterilization campaigns there. I know a woman who runs a cat sanctuary there and I also know a Canadian who does sterilization work in Oaxaca-I make those contacts whenever I go to Mexico to see where we might fit in. Love the ocean work too-so important. It’s hard sometimes to keep the sadness at bay (sorry, bad pun) but one has to keep working on these projects and give back. Next month I am heading to Michoacán and while the monarch season will be mostly over by then I think, I am eager to see the reserves and what people are doing there to help out. Thanks for all you do! I hope to have neighbors like you someday!

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

Best of luck in finding your perfect future home. Did you know the favored presidential candidate is a climate scientist? The future of renewable power here is bright (the opposition candidate is also pro-renewables, but from a conservative standpoint.) Both are women. Enjoy Michoacán. I've wanted to see the monarchs!

[@martbright]

wow I did not know that about Claudia! I thought she was an engineer and maybe she's that too? I hope that she does great things if she wiuns the election. @@AlmostRetiredinMexico

[@user-ih8pg5ui9o]

so many people to feed,since 5 years ago many people move to this place.Greetings

[@jude999]

Hi, East Atlanters! Good work for our earth.

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

Thanks Chad!

[@SophiaZanzotWhitted]

Hi Kat & Brighton! Thanks for all you do! Looking forward to my move there. I hope to be involved with the animal shelters too. I'll be in touch for sure! Hasta Luego!

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

See you soon. We are headed off to happy hour now.

[@JackieBlu-ft4jg]

Hi happy Easter 🐰🐇

[@efrenfelix4676]

Saludos 😊

[@Mongoose-ct6us]

I can't imagine Mexico ever being boring. How is Mexico boring? The USA is very boring unless you're in Wyoming or something.

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

It all depends on the person. I know one woman who just left La Paz because she was bored. She was an older woman, her husband had died and she wasn't really a social person. Her most social activity was pickleball, but she could only do that 6-8 hours per week. She moved back to the US to be near family and grand kids. I wanted her to do a video, but she's a very shy person.

[@Mongoose-ct6us]

@@AlmostRetiredinMexico She had family in USA. That's not the same as being bored. If she had no family in USA maybe she would have preferred Mexico. That's what it sounds like to me but who knows. It's normal to want to be where family is.

[@boilingfrogs9993]

I hope to work with spay and neuter.

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

There are lots of volunteer opportunities like this across Mexico!

[@boilingfrogs9993]

@@AlmostRetiredinMexico I wonder if there are organizations private or government that analyze success of these efforts? If you know I would love to hear it. I like the climate and aesthetic of La Paz. Not sure it is right for me. I will be buying the Mexico Relocation Guide soon and look forward to exploring options.!

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

@boilingfrogs9993 - great question. I don't know of anyone monitoring that in Mexico. However I just read an article about the success in parts of the US. And how some people are talking about backing off of spay/neuter to make sure the supply of pets meets demand. Currently, the demand for pets in areas like the Pacific Northwest is met by bringing dogs from Mexico, Texas, etc.

[@boilingfrogs9993]

@@AlmostRetiredinMexico TY for the response Brighton!

[@juliebunczak6923]

Who taught you the Our Father in Greek?!

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

We had to learn it at Catholic Memorial. The rule was learn it in your foreign language plus either Latin or Ancient Greek depending on which class you were in. I can't remember what topic they covered this under. Probably history class... Here it is (we didn't need to sing it and I only remember the first few lines.) kzbin.info/www/bejne/gF7ce5Zoe8yWmKssi=Vd0IrMNQHCcv_tS0

[@juliebunczak6923]

@@AlmostRetiredinMexico I never had to do that. Do you remember which teacher?

[@AlmostRetiredinMexico]

How did you escape that? I don’t remember the teacher.