JM,
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There were a lot of reasons for this, the least significant of which was that she was desperate to cut a deal. In fact she had a good life with a job, friends, and family that she was loathe to give up. Her seeing beyond my immediate past had more to do with her ability to see the big picture, and her confidence that she could teach me a thing or two.
I made it clear from the beginning that I intended to move south as soon as possible after I put my retirement papers in. I realize that many latinas would prefer to move to the US, get their green card/citizenship, and live a life of perceived luxury. This is not the case with my novia. Like your wife, she is loathe to give up what she has back in her homeland, and told me she has no desire to live permanently in the US. In the long-run, I believe this will work out well for both of us. I K*D her about when she finally gets to the States early next year for a 2 - 3 month visit. "After
two weeks in South Jersey, I bet you will be packing your bags for Antioquia." We'll see.
As far as changing me, my novia says she loves me just as I am. Even though I believe her at face value, I sometimes feel the subliminal tap of a rubber mallet for "adjustment" rather than the full weight of a sledge hammer felt by other guys. I guess this is OK. Do I need it? Yes, probably. Can I live with it? Yes, I can. Will I make some changes? Most likely.
RM3,
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Perhaps one day in the future when I can spend significantly large portions of the year in Medellin perhaps once again I can find something more serious in a relationship like you guys have found although I do worry about bringing a sweet Colombiana over here only to watch her become gringalized in a short period of time.
Not to worry, Rainman! Compared to me, you are just a young pup with many good years left to romance latinas.

When you finally do reach the waning phase of your mongering career... and get settling down in your brain... you will know it.

I, too, share your concerns about transplanting a sweet paisita and watching the transformation. Maybe it's something to do with the water that makes the women in our country so unhappy.

From my perspective, I think it's best to keep her in an environment that maintains her sweetness and freshness.
Enough said before this thead gets moved to the "Rules of Engagement and Novias" forum!
Peace, out...