When most people think of Mexico their thoughts usually go in one of two directions.  It’s either a party destination like Cancun or Cabo San Lucas—or a scary place with drugs, crime and beheadings.  My experience is much different.  After traveling to over a dozen locations in this vast country, I am proof positive that Mexico offers a huge variety of pleasing destinations.  But until Thom and I visited Ajijic (pronounced Ah-hee-heek) this summer, we never really considered Mexico as a viable alternative to life in the U.S.  Now having spent three weeks in this special community, I’ve discovered the top three reasons why so many people call it home.  Whether you are looking to move or not, you might want to compare the benefits of Ajijic to where you live now.  We sure are. [Read more…]