Amazon Killed My Business, San Miguel de Allende Gave Me a New Life

Meet Patrice Wynne, a former small bookstore owner from Berkeley whose business was shuttered by the rise of Amazon. Seeking a fresh start, Patrice moved to the vibrant city of San Miguel de Allende, Mexico, where she found not just a new home but a new purpose.
In San Miguel, Patrice founded Abrazos, a fair-trade company that employs local mothers and daughters to create stunning, handcrafted clothing and household items. See their designs here: sanmigueldesig...
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00:51 Why I Moved to San Miguel de Allende, Mexico
10:34 My Home in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico
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[@ernestoperez3226]

I watched this video in awe; she spoke smoothly, interestingly, and charmingly with no notes!

[@BarbShovers]

Patrice, this is a beautifully done segment. I have a mantra that there are no ugly colors (though one can make a bad choice) and you are the exemplar of it. See you Tue. Barb Goodman

[@donnaparker8489]

A great video, Patrice. You have indeed created a wonderful life! I am soooooo homesick. Love to you, Ernesto and Lil Rudi Valentina. 🥰😘

[@mohammedsharif2651]

Wow! An amazing lady. Created a beautiful life for herself. 👏❤️🙏

[@carolmcbrideonline]

Wonderful Patrice!!! Abrazos!!! Remember a lovely lunch in your spectacular home, and that kitchen! Love to you and Ernesto! Still have my Frida luggage tag!

[@kristinealana1991]

So inspiring! Gracias!

[@SuzyGellert]

I am fascinated and energized by Patrice’s story of her life. She is a determined, hard working, creative entrepreneur. Abrazos is so
Inviting and fun that I just must get to San Miguel one day!!However, I did order an assortment of clothes and home goods from the Abrazos website and I love everything and the clothes fit perfectly.

[@RonnieLeeBee249]

Patrice is a joy!!! ❤️

[@acton_farms]

I remember your wonderful store, Gaiam! Loved it! So glad you built this beautiful life!

[@ecologia_interior]

Dear Patrice, you are such an inspiration! A part of your story I didn't know about and how fabulous! Thanks for sharing it with the world, with us women, with us artists.

[@ReneMoraida]

Beautiful lady and opportunity she created for others and beautiful home ❤

[@sanmiguelpatrice1]

Gracias, Rene!

[@christinamarks4406]

What an amazing lady! I cannot wait to visit San Miguel de Allende and Abrazos ❤❤

[@sesame7551]

I will be in SMA for Dia de los Muertes this November and Im soooo excited. Will look for your store to visit. I live in Houston, TX

[@fredfonebone5108]

Pretty sure that was Colin Quinn on SNL who said that, not Jon Stewart, tho I think the origins are in old cop movies. But no diss intended. I love this lady’s attitude.

[@ibelieveinjesuschrist8911]

beautiful home

[@sanmiguelpatrice1]

Gracias!

[@vaninazalazar320]

Love SMA!! Love this video and Patricia ❤

[@storres1368]

🙏🙏🙏❤️

[@musebrad]

Nice story but how about a current story. She did this 20 years ago. What's it like to move to Mexico in 2024? It has gotten more expensive and much higher income requirements.

[@sanmiguelpatrice1]

Thank you for appreciating my story. It’s been my experience that one can always find a life in Mexico if you keep talking to people you meet. Yes, San Miguel has risen in cost of living, but hasn’t everywhere? Then again, there are always hidden gems to be discovered in places to live and places to reside.

[@JaKi052]

Ironically, one reason the name Amazon was selected was because of A and Z letters in the name also

[@sanmiguelpatrice1]

SÚPER interesting alphabetical juncture of our two business models!

[@msmacmac1000]

I’m speechless with awe. Muchas gracias, Patrice.❤