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Does sleeping separately strengthen a marriage — or quietly reshape its intimacy? A few weeks ago, sitting with a group of moms, I overheard a conversation that quietly pulled everyone in. They were talking about sleeping in separate rooms from their spouses. The tone wasn’t dramatic. It was practical. Curious. Even empowered. Snoring. Work schedules. […]
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If you’re an English-speaking expat living in Mérida, you already know that navigating life in Mexico comes with a learning curve. The culture is beautiful, the lifestyle is relaxed, and the opportunities are exciting — but when it comes to legal matters, clarity is everything. That’s why having an English-speaking lawyer in Mérida who understands
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A conversation about intention, partnership, and what actually works. While at lunch the other day—with the most eclectic, mixed company—a very interesting topic came up around a recent research study that suggests: Same-sex (male) relationships may be thriving differently than heterosexual and women-with-women relationships. I’m not here to rewrite the wheel or jump to quick
Designing Love Instead of Defaulting: What Relationship Research Is Really Saying Read More »
Deep in the Yucatán jungle, beneath the heavy green hush of ancient trees, I had the chance to attend a talk at a hacienda by Stephen Jenkinson — author, cultural activist, former palliative care worker, and a voice for a different kind of wisdom. His work, grounded in elderhood and grief literacy, speaks to something
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When sparks fly between two people at different stages of life, age becomes both irrelevant and impossible to ignore. Here’s how to keep the chemistry alive and the connection grounded — no matter the number on your driver’s license. By Assata Akil, Sex in Mid City Let’s talk about it — dating across age lines
November in Mérida is a month alive with music, art, and flavor. From jazz nights and open studios to pairing dinners and cultural festivals, the city fills with energy and creative spirit. Whether you’re sipping wine at a French soirée, discovering new art in Santiago, or dancing the night away at 500 Noches, here’s your
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By MID CityBeat Lifestyle In a city known for its rich cultural heritage and rapidly evolving urban landscape, a new chapter in real estate development is being written—this time, with a woman at the helm. MID CityBeat had the honor of attending the dazzling inauguration of Armorán Plaza back in May, Grupo Foret’s newest mixed-use
Woman Entrepreneur of the Month: Ana Correa Building with Purpose in Yucatan Read More »
In a city known for its rich cultural heritage and rapidly evolving urban landscape, a new chapter in real estate development is being written—this time, with a woman at the helm. MID CityBeat had the honor of attending the inauguration of ARMORÁN PLAZA, which, I have to say, was a seriously fun party—there was a
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From October 24–28, 2025, the quiet village of Telchac Pueblo, Yucatán will transform into a stage for art, design, and cultural dialogue as NEPANTLA unfolds amid the raw beauty of the Yucatán jungle and the ruins of a partially restored henequen factory. Curated by Nadia Guitteau, founder of ALRATITOstudio, this immersive exhibition takes its name
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