From City Life to Rancho Life

From city life to rancho life: A European's newbie’s journey in Estado de México. Moving from a tourism driven city on Mexico's Pacific Coast to a traditional rancho setting in Estado de México is an adventure like no other. For someone new to this way of life, the learning curve is steep but rewarding. From adjusting to early mornings and farm chores to embracing the local customs and community, every day brings a fresh challenge and a deeper appreciation for the land and its people.

Waking Up with the Sun

One of the first adjustments I had to make was waking up at dawn. Ranch life starts early, with chores that can’t wait. Whether it’s feeding the livestock, checking on the crops - both of the former do currently not apply to me except if you consider a flock of dogs as "livestock" - or making sure the water supply is running properly (boy 'oh boy, did I had there some "unpleasant" surprises), there’s always something that needs attention. Unlike city life, where the day starts with coffee and emails, here it begins with the sound of roosters and the rhythm of nature.