This is the question I most often get when talking about my current living situation with friends and strangers alike. After almost three years of explaining and rectifying erroneous stereotypes(you'll hear about these in another post), I still enjoy the look of shock on people's faces. I have to admit that when I first came to Guadalajara, Mexico almost five years ago to study, I brought the same superior attitude and ignorant misgivings that many Americans have about our neighbor to the south. Upon arrival, however, I quickly changed my opinion. It didn't take me long to fall in love with the bright colors, the rich culture, the delicious food, and my now, fiance. For the aforementioned reasons (namely, my Latin Lover), I returned to Mexico as quickly as I could after college graduation to try my luck as a Gringa in Guadalajara.
I found a job teaching English at an American school, but I didn't find satisfaction. I wanted to be out and about interacting with the people and experiencing the culture. When the opportunity arose to work with Kim on an export business, I was thrilled about the challenge! I knew we were in for a crazy experience (see post on that later). Through our frequent trips to craft towns like Tonala and Tlaquepaque, I've had a chance to familiarize myself with a whole new side of the culture to which I had not been exposed. Kim and I have discovered the most skilled artisans, the most unique artesania, and created an eclectic collection of pieces, which can be found on our website, http://www.collectionsofmexico.com/. With each shopping trip we take, we find more and more items we want to offer you, so be sure to sign up for our E-news to receive the latest news, product updates, and special offers. Follow us as we continue on this exciting adventure.
Saludos,
Cati
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