Your daughters are beautiful and so interesting to be open to traveling to new places, learning a new language and culture, making new friends. Agree that they are probably safer in Merida than most US cities. You and your wife are doing a great job.
My kids are about the same age as yours! Wow! I've been working on getting them into Universities (three years away). SCHOLARSHIPS are pretty-much the way that they'll be able to go. By contrast, the University of Guadalajara costs $1000 USD per semester, and I'm seriously considering moving to Mexico for that opportunity alone.
I met someone here who said one could become a lawyer for less than $7,000 (in US dollars) and one of the typical universities and a doctor for under $10,000 - $15,000. I'm gonna dig deeper into this topic because that's insane. Get your kids here now so they can learn the SPanish to be able to take advantage of that opportunity
Your daughters are beautiful and nice and reserved. That’s a good thing. Can tell from their presence they are happy living in Mexico. You and your wife have given them a wonderful opportunity that’s priceless.
Cute girls❤Its true about the piercing, one of first jobs was piercing ears. There was about a 15 minute training watching the store manager… after that I was free to do my thing. We did mark the ears though… and sanitized them well with the alcohol wipes.😂😂
I just found this video now! In regards to Charlie: I started pole fitness in 2015. I had chronic back pain for over 10 years that was inoperable. I had to change careers because of my back pain. 2 months after starting pole fitness my pain was GONE!!! Not better… gone ❤!!! It’s honestly the best thing I could have done for my physical strength and self esteem. Not everyone teaches minors, but some will with parental consent. I loved it so much I am not a certified pole instructor. I also teach twerk, chair dance and lap dance And I do plan to teach my kids pole fitness as well. It is safe and fun. Cartess: you should try a class!! I have taken them in Merida. Fun fact: pole dancing first started with men in China and India
Wow, Mr Cartess what a beautiful family you have. Those little ladies are doing exactly what your channel says…”thriving”. The underlying thing I see that is so clear to me is how your children can just be children as you live in Mexico. They have a life style they didn’t have in America and they love it. I think that’s so awesome and you should be proud of what you’ve created for your family. Through all of the ups & downs I’m sure it brings you joy to see them happy. ❤️ I love that you mentioned you encouraged your children to shop small business. People forget that the wage earned in Mexico is different than America and giving back to small business is a nice approach when you can do it. This was such a treat to have the girls on, please tell them thank you and I’m soooooo happy to see them both doing well. 🙌🏼😊
You have given your daughters a gift that is priceless and that is at a young age to see, they can live life in a different way. That the American way of life is not the only way of life. Life is so much bigger than how big your house is or the street you live on. You open their minds to learning new cultures and meeting new people and that is something no school can teach and no book can give. ASOMBROSA!!!
adjusting to live in Mexico is tough but fiscinating, since each of the 32 federal entities are a country if not a world of its own, plz adjust, enjoy and live on.
I’m so happy to see your teens in this video. I’m moving to Mexico soon and I have a 12, 13, and 18 year old and was concerned with their transition. This video gave me promise and answered a lot of their questions.
I recently started following your channel and I am also a member of the Brothas and Sistas group. I’ll be out there Saturday to get a feel for where I want to live. I really love the place that the retired Baltimore officer lives in. I need windows and fans everywhere! Thank you for your videos!!
Your daughters are adorable Cartess! Thank you so much for putting them on, I always wanted to hear their prospective on living there and their thoughts on US versus Merida MX👌
Congratulations 🎉 1 year!!! Cartess, I enjoyed the interview with your beautiful daughters. I have some questions for the live stream. 1. Do you daughters miss family and friends in America? 2. Is Haley dating? 3. What's your favorite Mexican dish? 4. How do your wife and daughters take care of their natural hair? 5. Is there a clubhouse for teenagers and young adults with mental illness, Haley can make friends with people who know exactly what she's going through? Will you be buying a forever home in Mexico? 6. What's the biggest sacrifice you've made moving to Mexico from America? 7. How has your wife adjusted to living in Mexico?
Awesome questions! We'll be sure to address those.Haley setup a FB group today for teens with mental illness in Merida due to your suggestion. I appreciate you mucho!
Bruh, I'm all for 'independence' and all that. Keep your eyes on them like a hawk during this stage of their lives. I dont care what nobody says. And keep her OFF the pole. No Lord. On the flipside, i'm very proud of them and you. They are blossoming well. as young teenage girls.I've been watching ya'll going back to Colombia years ago. Wish ya'll the Bless. Blessings from Oakland, Ca
Only watched half so far...but just wanted to say, your daughters are GORGEOUS! Coming out their shell. They seem to be free spirit, artsy types ... love music, dance, painting, etc. They'll find their "tribe"...others gifted like them. Hey WHERE IS WIFEY??
The fact that they didn’t have much to say shows you they really feel very comfortable and don’t feel too disconnected from the US but that the people are more patient and friendly. That’s good.
I have taken pole dance classes in America, but Im not sure what a Mexican pole dance class routine looks like. But I’m with mom. None of my dollars would be going towards any pole dancing classes. I don’t want you to get it twisted and get any ideas in the future. Period!
Great video man and thank you for allowing us into your lives and giving us a real perspective of how life can be in Mexico. Your daughters are beautiful man so remember how you were when you were a kid and what they are exposed to at this age. I think letting her hop on the pole at this age is setting a bad tone for the future. Whatever happens I wish you all the best. Stay safe my dude!
Congrats on 1 year! I have just started researching/fact finding on moving to Merida and you and your beautiful daughters insight on living there was refreshing & much needed. I appreciate the honesty, openness & transparency from you. Can’t wait to tune in to the live & new subscriber here!! Continued success & many blessings to you & your family!!❤
Loved the video with your children, I remember watching some of your videos when you were in Colombia seems like Mexico has had a good effect on you as well. Keep up the good work.
Your daughters are very encouraging about not being afraid to try to speak Spanish with locals. I have been living in Mexico more years that I would like to admit. I am very timid about speaking Spanish because of pronunciation. I tend to take the easy way out which is not good. Because I live in a Mexico town close to the USA border most people speak English I don't try to use what I have learned in Spanish. Culturally it's better to speak the Spanish language. I am surprised the UBER drivers will take Teenagers without an adult on Uber rides in the USA Uber drivers won't take teens without an adult.
I butcher the Spanish language daily and these folks are happy and eager to help you practice it lol. I was timid in the beginning but now I'm not. It's the only way to learn; get in and screw it up lol 😂😂😂
for your kids if they go to the local CASA DE LA CULTURA (HOUSE OFCULTURE) they offer free activities like dance, music, painting, culinary arts etc, etc
Thanks for watching. Other neighborhoods would easily be: Montejo de Francisco , Juan Pablo II, Chuburna, Colonia Mexico, Itzimina, Canek, Altabrisa, Maya, Las Pinos, Jardines del Norte
What a beautiful family! Would you say as a parent, with all that freedom, it’s harder to set boundaries? Our little guys are too young for tattoos and piercings haha, but would love!! 😂
Thank u. Boundaries haven't been an issue. We still have curfews and they still need to get permission before they go anywhere. And the 'freedom' is more around the fact they can go on their own without us having to take them every place like we did when we lived way out in the sticks in the US. They needed a ride everywhere
You have a beautiful family Cartess. Thank you all for sharing your thoughts and experiences with us. My question is: If I apply for temporary residency for Mexico before I leave the US, will this impact my ability to work remotely for a US company? Thank you!
Thank u. It shouldn't affect your ability to work remotely for a US company. Ideally, find a remote job before you leave just to make things easier but nope, shouldn't affect your ability to work remote
Being black from New York was really hard I had to go back to the USA 😢I don’t want to say, but I was batter off in Asia because there I was treated like a king, the Asians people loved blacks men.😊
I've consumed your content since you're "Be Outrageous" video in Medellin, Colombia. It's so encouraging to see your journey and experience your transparency. The long-form videos are informative and paint a broader, more realistic picture of Merida. Thanks, Cartess!
Are there insurances that expats can buy into to help cover/offset medical expenses? If so, do you can you discuss this in a video or provide link to information? Also, do they have mental health care there? How does that work?
Great insights! Thanks! I have a question to contribute for the live....If you had to leave Mexico for some reason, which other country do you think you would choose to live in?
Hello. It took a minute for me to get comfortable but as time went by, i felt more at ease. Fact is, crime is everywhere, no place is 100% safe, not even the US. I teach them right from wrong and teach them to trust their instincts and talk about safety measures, etc. I can't keep them locked away forever. And mine are a little older (14 & 16). I still keep tabs on them and have them give me live locations when they leave, etc. They usually go together most times. I'm no stricter here than i was in the States. Always a constant worry in the back of my mind.
I love their relationship and how they communicate with each other. The girls are beautiful and I’m loving the natural hair. They’re going to go from being confident and independent young ladies to confident, independent, and cultured women!!! Great video, great upbringing!!!
Great video having your kids on. I have a couple questions, do you plan on staying in Merida or looking at different states in Mexico. I just went on my first trip to Mexico and I stayed for a week and I am ready to move there permanently, but I will not make the make for Temp visa. Also, how did you get your wife on board, because my wife is not wanting to sell the house or moving abroad.
Cartess, how does emergency healthcare work if you are an expat in Mexico by yourself, and you have a health emergency where you are unresponsive or unconscious? Will they treat you without the upfront payment? I've heard other countries which operate the same way, which may let you go untreated if you come in unconscious and don't have someone to cover the payment.
I'd bring your own phone for sure. It'll probably be cheaper and much newer. Just make sure it's unlocked and then you can switch to local provider. I use both AT&T and Telcel (I have a dual sim phone). The TelCel provider seems to give me more consistent and reliable coverage.
Love your videos. I would like to know more about the heat. Is it really that bad in Merida? How affordable are places on the beach? Would you recommend a house or apartment/condo as your first place. We are a married couple with 2 small children. How much cash in USD do you recommend having saved before you come? Thank you! I will be contacting you about paid consultations but wanted to ask some general questions for the live.
Your videos have really intrigued me and would love to check out merida My plan is to visit for a month the 1st time to see if I like it and if so do 6 months which is allowed being from Canada My question is do I need a Visa for a month and and where do you recommend I stay while exploring merida and surrounding areas
Awesome!!! The immigration agent will determine how much time you get when u arrive. They use to give 6 months like candy but now they're not doing it as often. Explain to them what you're doing here when u arrive and show proof that you may be leaving 3 or 6 months later to improve your chances of getting the time you need.
Hello, I don't know if Haley would be interested in meditation for her issues, if she's open to it, I would highly suggest Dr Joe Dispenza (his meditations are science based), and she can listen to the audiobook, "Breaking the habit of being yourself", then, she can start meditating. You can find it in TH-cam and it is about 10 hours long, but really fascinating to read/listen. Felicidades!, for your first year in Mexico.✌️
@@JayMineful It is about learning how to change both, your inner emotionally and the actual physics at the cell level (with proof of the changes). But of course, you can believe what you wish.✌️
Not yet. I'd advise you get it done before coming. It's causing me more trouble than its worth by not having done it. It was not our intentions to stay but now that we have, i have to jump through extra hoops to stay here legally. I meet with my immigration attorney tomorrow. I'm hoping for good news :)
Canada is vastly better as far as medical costs go. We don't pay anything for medical emergencies, operations etc. I went through full cancer treatment twice, where the thieving pharmaceutical companies make a fortune- but our health care covered almost all of it. However service is going down the tubes as we americanize and privatize our system. Mexico sounds vastly better when it comed to having a doctor and the services they provide. I was mad hearing other americans have told you " Speak proper English". What on earth is wrong with your english? Sounds great and normal to me. Glad you have more freedom in Mexico. May your family continue to thrive and have happy adventures. Bless you all.
Thanks for talking ... 'Speak proper English' (she was referring to how other Americans treated other Spanish speaking people from other countries; many Americans would get angry and impatient when Spanish speakers didn't speak English good enough and would get upset). As compared to being here where the locals are extremely patient with those of us who don't speak SPanish well.
Pole fitness is an excellent way to strengthen you core muscles-which a dancer needs. You have to be extremely strong to do a pole routine💪🏽. If you watch a true pole routine, it’s graceful and elegant. It’s true-Americans over sexualize everything🙄
the best part of mexican life is the freedom of the day to day liberties control if not lost by goverment like the right to blast to music, the right to party legally crazy shit now in the USA if one invite to many ppl to your house they call big brother on you, in here as long as you have the municipality permit your party can run till sunrise but must have that permit.
That's the right way to get an ear piercing. I got mine done in the 70s and we always used a sterilized needle. Poor, poor USA anything for a dollar. Capitalism on steroids. The old ways are usually the best ways. How many doctors in the USA will ever give their ph#and it's not their fault its just the system.
Your daughters are beautiful and so interesting to be open to traveling to new places, learning a new language and culture, making new friends. Agree that they are probably safer in Merida than most US cities. You and your wife are doing a great job.
Thank u mucho and Thanks for watching
Wow! This is why we need more attentive Dads like this in the home.
Your daughters are so beautiful.💕🌻 happy Mexico anniversary . I’m glad you all found your home
Thank u. How are you?
Your Daughters are beautiful.
God bless you and your family.
Thank you for sharing.
Thank you so much!
The look Cartess made when his baby said “pole fitness” lol!!! I laughed too hard! Let them babies live…it is actually an art.
🤣😅😂 i don't know bout dem poles 🤣😅😂
The young ladies really did good! They will get over the "camera-shyness" with time. Great interview!
Absolutely. THank u for watching! I appreciate ya!
Great to see the daughters! Happy Mexican residence anniversary!
Thank you so much 😀
My kids are about the same age as yours! Wow! I've been working on getting them into Universities (three years away). SCHOLARSHIPS are pretty-much the way that they'll be able to go. By contrast, the University of Guadalajara costs $1000 USD per semester, and I'm seriously considering moving to Mexico for that opportunity alone.
I met someone here who said one could become a lawyer for less than $7,000 (in US dollars) and one of the typical universities and a doctor for under $10,000 - $15,000. I'm gonna dig deeper into this topic because that's insane. Get your kids here now so they can learn the SPanish to be able to take advantage of that opportunity
I love the girls!! They really love this kind and loving culture you have exposed them to 💞
Siii .. Thanks for watching and thank u mucho.
Your daughters are beautiful and nice and reserved. That’s a good thing. Can tell from their presence they are happy living in Mexico. You and your wife have given them a wonderful opportunity that’s priceless.
THank u for your kind words. Sincerely appreciated.
Lovely, beautiful daughters!!!
So glad y'all made it!! Beautiful family. Congratulations 👏🎉
Thank u
For your lovely daughters you certainly made the tight move!!!
I'm so happy to see them. Shout out to mom for keeping the girls on track
😀😀😀
Oh, how I remember that age with my own! Your girls are sensational and beautiful! Blessings.
Cute girls❤Its true about the piercing, one of first jobs was piercing ears. There was about a 15 minute training watching the store manager… after that I was free to do my thing. We did mark the ears though… and sanitized them well with the alcohol wipes.😂😂
Ty
They are gorgeous!!!! I love that you let them do them. You should video some of her piercing adventures, she seems passionate about it.
Great idea!! I think we will do that (if her mom lets her get another piercing lol)
I agree. I love how their allowed to explore and develops their own identities.
I just found this video now! In regards to Charlie: I started pole fitness in 2015. I had chronic back pain for over 10 years that was inoperable. I had to change careers because of my back pain. 2 months after starting pole fitness my pain was GONE!!! Not better… gone ❤!!!
It’s honestly the best thing I could have done for my physical strength and self esteem. Not everyone teaches minors, but some will with parental consent. I loved it so much I am not a certified pole instructor. I also teach twerk, chair dance and lap dance
And I do plan to teach my kids pole fitness as well. It is safe and fun. Cartess: you should try a class!! I have taken them in Merida. Fun fact: pole dancing first started with men in China and India
Smart and beautiful girls Cartess. Your blessed bro.
Wow, Mr Cartess what a beautiful family you have. Those little ladies are doing exactly what your channel says…”thriving”. The underlying thing I see that is so clear to me is how your children can just be children as you live in Mexico. They have a life style they didn’t have in America and they love it. I think that’s so awesome and you should be proud of what you’ve created for your family. Through all of the ups & downs I’m sure it brings you joy to see them happy. ❤️ I love that you mentioned you encouraged your children to shop small business. People forget that the wage earned in Mexico is different than America and giving back to small business is a nice approach when you can do it. This was such a treat to have the girls on, please tell them thank you and I’m soooooo happy to see them both doing well. 🙌🏼😊
You are so kind; thank u for your kind words. I appreciate you watching and sharing your thoughts!
You have given your daughters a gift that is priceless and that is at a young age to see, they can live life in a different way. That the American way of life is not the only way of life. Life is so much bigger than how big your house is or the street you live on. You open their minds to learning new cultures and meeting new people and that is something no school can teach and no book can give. ASOMBROSA!!!
I appreciate ya sincerely. I'm anxious to see how they go live their life as adults
adjusting to live in Mexico is tough but fiscinating, since each of the 32 federal entities are a country if not a world of its own, plz adjust, enjoy and live on.
I thank your beautiful daughters for talking with us. I enjoyed hearing about Mexico from their perspective ❤️❤️❤️
muchas gracias
The girls are so beautiful! It was nice to see them on camera and not shying away. ❤️❤️❤️
thank u :)
Wow. Interning video. I’m currently in Sugar Hill, Georgia. Watching your videos the more I watch the more I want to watch👍👍
Come on through and experience the real thing
I’m so happy to see your teens in this video. I’m moving to Mexico soon and I have a 12, 13, and 18 year old and was concerned with their transition. This video gave me promise and answered a lot of their questions.
I enjoyed listening to you and the girls. You are a great father to your children. I sense alot of Love.
Thank u mucho!
I recently started following your channel and I am also a member of the Brothas and Sistas group. I’ll be out there Saturday to get a feel for where I want to live. I really love the place that the retired Baltimore officer lives in. I need windows and fans everywhere! Thank you for your videos!!
Hi and Welcome! You're gonna love this place.
Man... I haven't seen you on here in a minute. Glad to see you and to watch this video.
My daughters are 9 & 10 I hope to link with your family once we arrive..we are in process of selling our home and belongings…
Sounds like a plan!
Your daughters seem like really nice young ladies. Great job Dad!
muchas gracias
Beautiful family! Girls are getting so big. 💜
Yes, they grow so fast. Thanks for watching
cute cute cute girlies 💖💖💖💖💖
❤️☺️☺️
Your daughters are adorable Cartess! Thank you so much for putting them on, I always wanted to hear their prospective on living there and their thoughts on US versus Merida MX👌
You are so welcome! Thank u for watching.
They Are safer in Mexico.
They are being killed here.
Congratulations 🎉 1 year!!! Cartess, I enjoyed the interview with your beautiful daughters. I have some questions for the live stream. 1. Do you daughters miss family and friends in America? 2. Is Haley dating? 3. What's your favorite Mexican dish? 4. How do your wife and daughters take care of their natural hair? 5. Is there a clubhouse for teenagers and young adults with mental illness, Haley can make friends with people who know exactly what she's going through? Will you be buying a forever home in Mexico? 6. What's the biggest sacrifice you've made moving to Mexico from America? 7. How has your wife adjusted to living in Mexico?
Awesome questions! We'll be sure to address those.Haley setup a FB group today for teens with mental illness in Merida due to your suggestion. I appreciate you mucho!
Bruh, I'm all for 'independence' and all that. Keep your eyes on them like a hawk during this stage of their lives. I dont care what nobody says. And keep her OFF the pole. No Lord.
On the flipside, i'm very proud of them and you. They are blossoming well. as young teenage girls.I've been watching ya'll going back to Colombia years ago.
Wish ya'll the Bless.
Blessings from Oakland, Ca
Only watched half so far...but just wanted to say, your daughters are GORGEOUS! Coming out their shell. They seem to be free spirit, artsy types ... love music, dance, painting, etc. They'll find their "tribe"...others gifted like them. Hey WHERE IS WIFEY??
Thanks for watching. Appreciate ya. She may come on another video
The fact that they didn’t have much to say shows you they really feel very comfortable and don’t feel too disconnected from the US but that the people are more patient and friendly. That’s good.
Absolutamente. Thanks for watching
I have taken pole dance classes in America, but Im not sure what a Mexican pole dance class routine looks like. But I’m with mom. None of my dollars would be going towards any pole dancing classes. I don’t want you to get it twisted and get any ideas in the future. Period!
I know what you mean for sure :)
What delightful young ladies! Hope to see more of them!
Gracias.
Beautiful girls!! my sister and I have been in Merida for 2 months and are enjoying it here!!
So cool! Where are you all staying? Are you here longterm?
Thank you for sharing and being honest 😊
Thank you for sharing!
Thank u for the support.
Great video man and thank you for allowing us into your lives and giving us a real perspective of how life can be in Mexico. Your daughters are beautiful man so remember how you were when you were a kid and what they are exposed to at this age. I think letting her hop on the pole at this age is setting a bad tone for the future. Whatever happens I wish you all the best. Stay safe my dude!
Beautiful family. Thank you for the content.
Our pleasure! Thank u for watching!
Congrats on 1 year! I have just started researching/fact finding on moving to Merida and you and your beautiful daughters insight on living there was refreshing & much needed. I appreciate the honesty, openness & transparency from you. Can’t wait to tune in to the live & new subscriber here!! Continued success & many blessings to you & your family!!❤
Proud of you guys!! The best is yet to come my friend. Just keep pressing!!
I appreciate you mucho young lady!!! When I'm back in Georgia, I'll swing by to say hello. We should be making a trip soon.
Haley comes across as very intelligent. Nurture that intellect.
Thank u mucho.
Loved the video with your children, I remember watching some of your videos when you were in Colombia seems like Mexico has had a good effect on you as well. Keep up the good work.
Awesomeness. THanks for watching and for the support. Much appreciated.
Congratulations on a great journey for yourself and your lovely family. Sticking together is paramount to success and you guys show it well
Thank you so much!
Hi Cartess...wow! I haven't talked to you in years. I am moving to Mexico myself in about 1 year. We have to catch up.
Beautiful family
You are so kind. thank u
19:30 I have big respect for Pole Fitness. You should check out the competitions, BIG RESPECT!
Wow your dtrs are amazing! they input were well elaborated...
Thank you for sharing.
Thank you
Great info! The girls are Beautiful and happy to hear some perspectives from them. Blessings to you and your family.
I hope u enjoyed :)
Your daughters are very encouraging about not being afraid to try to speak Spanish with locals. I have been living in Mexico more years that I would like to admit. I am very timid about speaking Spanish because of pronunciation. I tend to take the easy way out which is not good. Because I live in a Mexico town close to the USA border most people speak English I don't try to use what I have learned in Spanish. Culturally it's better to speak the Spanish language. I am surprised the UBER drivers will take Teenagers without an adult on Uber rides in the USA Uber drivers won't take teens without an adult.
I butcher the Spanish language daily and these folks are happy and eager to help you practice it lol. I was timid in the beginning but now I'm not. It's the only way to learn; get in and screw it up lol 😂😂😂
We will be in Quintana Roo tomorrow - maybe we can meet in person! Great segment as always.
Sounds great! I'd prefer to do a video interview with you all that way (in-person)!
I believe you have my whatsapp?
Wow. Super happy for you. Haha. Happy Anniversary!
Thank you!! 😁
The kid's stories are actually super insightful. Like what happened in dance class, or the "poop" story.
🤷♀️🤣💩
Gracias
your girls are soooo pretty!!!
Hey girls
what is your favorite holiday?
how did they celebrate?
for your kids if they go to the local CASA DE LA CULTURA (HOUSE OFCULTURE) they offer free activities like dance, music, painting, culinary arts etc, etc
Wonderful video and thank you and the ladies for sharing. Question, are the girls in school in Mexico?
Thank u. HOme school for now but will be putting them in school this fall (likely public)
Congrats on one year, your daughters are so cute. Great video, which other neighborhood would you have chosen?
Thanks for watching. Other neighborhoods would easily be: Montejo de Francisco , Juan Pablo II, Chuburna, Colonia Mexico, Itzimina, Canek, Altabrisa, Maya, Las Pinos, Jardines del Norte
Congratulations on having almost 10 thousand subscribers. 👏
Thank you! 😃 I crossed over the 10K yesterday morning.
Beautiful family!
Thank you!
What a beautiful family! Would you say as a parent, with all that freedom, it’s harder to set boundaries? Our little guys are too young for tattoos and piercings haha, but would love!! 😂
Thank u. Boundaries haven't been an issue. We still have curfews and they still need to get permission before they go anywhere. And the 'freedom' is more around the fact they can go on their own without us having to take them every place like we did when we lived way out in the sticks in the US. They needed a ride everywhere
Do you have a website with info on Merida? Homeschool play groups also maybe? Thx..
Love this segment! Good job Dad teenager's are tough🤣🤣
:) Thank u for watching.
We love your family! Such beautiful young woman you have. You should get them more interesting in doing videos with you. They have great insite!
Thank you! Will do!
I agree..shop local. American and other national brands are more expensive because they have to be imported.
Absolutely. Agreed
You have a beautiful family Cartess. Thank you all for sharing your thoughts and experiences with us. My question is: If I apply for temporary residency for Mexico before I leave the US, will this impact my ability to work remotely for a US company? Thank you!
Thank u. It shouldn't affect your ability to work remotely for a US company. Ideally, find a remote job before you leave just to make things easier but nope, shouldn't affect your ability to work remote
What about bringing your PETS with you to Mexico. ???, Dogs/Cats, etc....
People bring them all the time. Shouldn't be an issue in most cases.
Aww...three sweeties.
Gracias!!
Being black from New York was really hard I had to go back to the USA 😢I don’t want to say, but I was batter off in Asia because there I was treated like a king, the Asians people loved blacks men.😊
Congrats
Thank u. I appreciate you watching.
I've consumed your content since you're "Be Outrageous" video in Medellin, Colombia. It's so encouraging to see your journey and experience your transparency.
The long-form videos are informative and paint a broader, more realistic picture of Merida. Thanks, Cartess!
Wow, thank you! I appreciate ya!
Are there insurances that expats can buy into to help cover/offset medical expenses? If so, do you can you discuss this in a video or provide link to information? Also, do they have mental health care there? How does that work?
THere are options for insurance. I'll cover it in the Live. Thanks for your question.
Great insights! Thanks! I have a question to contribute for the live....If you had to leave Mexico for some reason, which other country do you think you would choose to live in?
Colombia AND i still have plenty more to go see, which I will resume traveling after the summer to profile other countries
@@MoveAbroadandThrive sounds awesome!
Hey there! I was wondering how you got to be comfortable with the girls going out alone and things with trafficking on the rise in the Yucatán?
Hello. It took a minute for me to get comfortable but as time went by, i felt more at ease. Fact is, crime is everywhere, no place is 100% safe, not even the US. I teach them right from wrong and teach them to trust their instincts and talk about safety measures, etc. I can't keep them locked away forever. And mine are a little older (14 & 16). I still keep tabs on them and have them give me live locations when they leave, etc. They usually go together most times. I'm no stricter here than i was in the States. Always a constant worry in the back of my mind.
Nice Nirvana shirt...............
I love their relationship and how they communicate with each other. The girls are beautiful and I’m loving the natural hair. They’re going to go from being confident and independent young ladies to confident, independent, and cultured women!!! Great video, great upbringing!!!
Gracias. THank u for watching.
Great video having your kids on. I have a couple questions, do you plan on staying in Merida or looking at different states in Mexico. I just went on my first trip to Mexico and I stayed for a week and I am ready to move there permanently, but I will not make the make for Temp visa. Also, how did you get your wife on board, because my wife is not wanting to sell the house or moving abroad.
We'll visit other states soon but this will likely be home for at least the next few years
The girls are so beautiful. Most Black is Most Beautiful.
Thank u kindly :)
Cartess, how does emergency healthcare work if you are an expat in Mexico by yourself, and you have a health emergency where you are unresponsive or unconscious? Will they treat you without the upfront payment? I've heard other countries which operate the same way, which may let you go untreated if you come in unconscious and don't have someone to cover the payment.
I'll try and find an answer to that. Great question
@@MoveAbroadandThrive Thank you Sir.
What cellphone provider works great out there... should I get our phones here or wait until I get to Mexico?
You can bring your phones here and just change providers we brought our cellphones just make sure they’re unlocked to use for any providers
I'd bring your own phone for sure. It'll probably be cheaper and much newer. Just make sure it's unlocked and then you can switch to local provider. I use both AT&T and Telcel (I have a dual sim phone). The TelCel provider seems to give me more consistent and reliable coverage.
@@Mad-Angel-c6g thank you
@@MoveAbroadandThrive thank you 😊
Question, does your girls go to school online?
Homeschool for 6 years
@@MoveAbroadandThrive oh wow nice. If I may ask do you do online homeschooling?
Love your videos. I would like to know more about the heat. Is it really that bad in Merida? How affordable are places on the beach? Would you recommend a house or apartment/condo as your first place. We are a married couple with 2 small children. How much cash in USD do you recommend having saved before you come? Thank you! I will be contacting you about paid consultations but wanted to ask some general questions for the live.
Got it. Will cover these topics in the Live. I appreciate your questions.
Your videos have really intrigued me and would love to check out merida
My plan is to visit for a month the 1st time to see if I like it and if so do 6 months which is allowed being from Canada
My question is do I need a Visa for a month and and where do you recommend I stay while exploring merida and surrounding areas
Awesome!!! The immigration agent will determine how much time you get when u arrive. They use to give 6 months like candy but now they're not doing it as often. Explain to them what you're doing here when u arrive and show proof that you may be leaving 3 or 6 months later to improve your chances of getting the time you need.
The visitors visa is always for 6 months, 180 days
Hello. There..... great. Video..... btw..... what. Is your source. Of. Income. In Mexico...
Hello, I don't know if Haley would be interested in meditation for her issues, if she's open to it, I would highly suggest Dr Joe Dispenza (his meditations are science based), and she can listen to the audiobook, "Breaking the habit of being yourself", then, she can start meditating.
You can find it in TH-cam and it is about 10 hours long, but really fascinating to read/listen.
Felicidades!, for your first year in Mexico.✌️
Thank u... I"ll definitely pass it on. I'll take a look myself too :)
I loved it, but as a general human. I wouldn’t say it was written to address mental health in that way.
@@JayMineful It is about learning how to change both, your inner emotionally and the actual physics at the cell level (with proof of the changes).
But of course, you can believe what you wish.✌️
Are the girls in school there, just wondering how class room studies going, making new friends.
Home school.
Did you apply for temporary residency or just renew your visa….
Not yet. I'd advise you get it done before coming. It's causing me more trouble than its worth by not having done it. It was not our intentions to stay but now that we have, i have to jump through extra hoops to stay here legally. I meet with my immigration attorney tomorrow. I'm hoping for good news :)
Canada is vastly better as far as medical costs go. We don't pay anything for medical emergencies, operations etc. I went through full cancer treatment twice, where the thieving pharmaceutical companies make a fortune- but our health care covered almost all of it. However service is going down the tubes as we americanize and privatize our system. Mexico sounds vastly better when it comed to having a doctor and the services they provide.
I was mad hearing other americans have told you " Speak proper English". What on earth is wrong with your english? Sounds great and normal to me. Glad you have more freedom in Mexico.
May your family continue to thrive and have happy adventures. Bless you all.
Thanks for talking ... 'Speak proper English' (she was referring to how other Americans treated other Spanish speaking people from other countries; many Americans would get angry and impatient when Spanish speakers didn't speak English good enough and would get upset). As compared to being here where the locals are extremely patient with those of us who don't speak SPanish well.
Where y'all from? I googled Miranda & got u. L
Greenville, SC
Pole fitness is an excellent way to strengthen you core muscles-which a dancer needs. You have to be extremely strong to do a pole routine💪🏽. If you watch a true pole routine, it’s graceful and elegant. It’s true-Americans over sexualize everything🙄
Well said! That's her argument; to strengthen her core.
the best part of mexican life is the freedom of the day to day liberties control if not lost by goverment like the right to blast to music, the right to party legally crazy shit now in the USA if one invite to many ppl to your house they call big brother on you, in here as long as you have the municipality permit your party can run till sunrise but must have that permit.
How are the taxes there?
I haven't gotten that deep into yet, but here's a link on a little more info:
www.greenbacktaxservices.com/blog/expat-taxes-explained-living-mexico/
How old are they?
he said 14 (almost) and 15... :)
13 & 15
That's the right way to get an ear piercing. I got mine done in the 70s and we always used a sterilized needle. Poor, poor USA anything for a dollar. Capitalism on steroids. The old ways are usually the best ways. How many doctors in the USA will ever give their ph#and it's not their fault its just the system.