Today, I closed on the purchase of my new home, and began the process of getting utilities in my name, ordering and installing appliances and furniture, and obtaining cell phone service and internet connection (a royal pain in the ass).

I just arrived at my new home town of San Miguel de Allende in the state of Guanajuato, Mexico. I love my new city and home!  People are friendly and helpful, my neighbors are absolutely awesome, and the city and its surroundings are fantastic.

Lots to do here:  There is a vibrant artist community, and galleries abound.  Gastronomically, San Miguel is amazing:  you can't swing a dead cat without hitting an incredible restaurant.

San Miguel sits at 6500 feet in altitude, and is generally dry except during the rainy season (July through September).