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8 years ago

Life in Colima

8 years ago
Hi Everyone,
I'm a 59 year old female ex-pat. I moved from the San Francisco Bay Area to Puerto Vallarta in 2009. I (we) lived there 3 years then moved to Tijuana, (long story) where we've lived for 4 years. I am a legal permanent resident of Mexico. I cross the border (to US) every day for work. My husband is a Mexican citizen. I am about 65% fluent in Spanish.
Enough about me. I'd like to pick the brains of those of you who live in Colima (the city).
How is life there? I know "how" to live in Mexico but what I'm looking for is the "ease" of living there, e.g. Is there a Costco/WalMart close?
Are there a variety of restaurants, supermarkets, car repair shops, hospitals, banks/ATM's?
Anything to do during off time?
What's the crime rate?
Any employment opportunities (FT/PT/occasional) for hubby or me?
The reason I ask is that we have the option to purchase a home in the Villa de Alvarez area (2 blocks from the cathedral) from my mother-in-law and I don't want to pass it up if we'd like it there. I know about the heat and humidity in the summer, having suffered through it in PV. I can get used to it again. Thank God that menopause is over.
Are there any gringo groups? Not that I'd have to have that but usually they are connected with humanitarian efforts that I'd like to support.
How far of a drive to the beach?
We are looking to retire in about 6 years. My husband has seen the house a few years ago but doesn't remember much about it. Family will be going there in a month and will send pictures on I phone. I know it's best to see it in person, but, having just started 2 new jobs, that might not be possible for awhile. Any input you could give me would be great.
Thanks in advance and looking forward to getting to know ya'll better.

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