Yes they are, if I’m ever in a bad mood because of work, life, whatever, I just go for a little 5 minute walk and the amount of people that smile at me always brightens my day! And I love the eye crinkles of the big genuine smiles too.

I love all of that! How wonderful that you’ve had these experiences, it’s made my day to read your wonderful comment. Thank you so much for sharing that with us!

Aww thank you for sharing that story with me Sheila, I love that! You’ve put a smile on my face and thank you for commenting and sharing it with all of us.

Wow Ronald, 50+ years … I’m such a newbie compared to you but love hearing that your experience has been the same.

Me too Edie, I’m always delighted to help when I can. My dear Mexican friends son wants to be a chef and I love cooking so she sends him to me to learn how to cook, we have such fun together and I’m so proud of how well he’s doing. I’m delighted to have a little cooking buddy and budding chef.

Isn’t it the best?! I’m always very surprised if someone doesn’t smile, it’s a rarity to be sure.

You just made me smile Geoffrey, thanks for commenting and sharing that with me.

I agree and I’m very surprised when I meet someone that isn’t happy living here. it’s such a great place to live and I’ve always felt safe too. And like you, I don’t go dawdling around in the wee hours by myself either, I’m an early riser and love watching the sun rise. Thanks for commenting and sharing with us.

I love that, i too quite regulary end in giggle fits when talking to Mexican friends so I know exactly what you mean. thanks for sharing your fun story with us!

What a beautiful display of warmth and compassion, I love that they were nearby to help you. This countries kind people will never cease to amaze me. Thanks for commenting and sharing that with us.