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I do recall posting a similar string about synthetic men on a post a while back. Here's an example: https://spartanlover.com/products/511-male-sex-doll-lucian?variant=46010979254530&country=US&currency=USD&utm_medium=product_sync&utm_source=google&utm_content=sag_organic&utm_campaign=sag_organic&srsltid=AfmBOoq7u27r7LPxM8W36jIWBunRthjVXhaHQ5iKxcfwN-u8Eu96hWphyGs https://spartanlover.com/collections/male-sex-dolls

While staying physically active certainly helps, and I either walk at least 3 miles/5 km and/or swim 30 laps every day, eventually time catches up with anyone who lives long enough. My step-mother is in her mid 90s, and her accumulating orthopedic problems have also made her look for a place at Belmont Village (in her area), as it's becoming very difficult for her to get around and prepare meals. My oldest friend, who's now 106 (yes, she was born in 1919!) also needs help, although she remained fit even in her old age, windsurfing in the Potomac River near DC into her late 80s, and playing tennis into her early 90s. However, age catches up to everyone eventually, even if we follow our physicians' advice diligently (especially with respect to diet, exercise, etc.). My old friend was proud of winning windsurfing competitions in her 80s--although she was the only person in the octogenarian category! 😉 Quite a person with amazing stories to tell, including climbing over the Pyrenees Mountains to escape Nazi-occupied France in 1940, eventually making it to the Belgian embassy in Madrid, and later to the Congo, to wait out the war (she had both French and Belgian citizenship).

If I'd have to guess, I'd guess that those Americans who avail themselves of those services are somewhat comfortable in Spanish, though the facilities are bilingual. The cost of assisted care in the US exceeds $50,000 per year, so if you don't have that meager income, you'll be destitute quite quickly. Many people don't realize that after Mexico, the US is the country with the greatest number Spanish speakers. Certainly in Los Angeles, it seems to be a language one uses often (and when I was working in northern California, one I used every day at work). You are right Ajijic and San Miguel de Allende aren't the place to get advanced cancer treatments, etc., but those are available under Medicare in the US. What Ajijic and SMdA offer are assisted living for people who have memory problems, or are wheelchair bound and need assistance with transfers (i.e. bed to wheelchair), etc. My father suffered a stroke in his early 80s and would have been in deep trouble if his wife weren't physically capable of transferring him and cooking his meals. He did eventually lose most mobility, and ended needing extended care. My mother had memory problems and couldn't even tell time, much less cook a meal or take care of her basic needs. She had long-term care insurance and spent her last days at a pleasant assisted living facility. If I need only assistance with transfers and/or meals in my old age, I trust my husband would provide these for me. I've told him that if I lose my marbles, I have long-term care insurance, and he should get me a place at Belmont Village. https://www.belmontvillage.com/losangeles/ If I didn't have those options, Ajijic and SMdA would be good options I'd consider (and yes, I'm fluent in Spanish).

It's fairly common for US seniors who need assisted living to do so in Ajijic, a lakeside community not far from Guadalajara. One does need to get Mexican residency (not too tough to obtain) and Mexican healthcare insurance, since Medicare isn't valid abroad. San Miguel de Allende is another common place for assisted retirement. I personally have long-term-care insurance, which will pay for in-home care (and my husband hopefully will also be able to help when the time comes). https://www.nursinghomelakechapala.com/servicios

And the man's 24, not 19: https://aintstraight.com/2026/04/30/undercover-twist-barber-arrested-after-allegedly-sexually-assaulting-client-who-turned-out-to-be-police-officer/?fbclid=IwY2xjawR0To1leHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFrdVNTNjRGYjJDUTdwZU9Rc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHs_WKk0F8UzDxIaooVYF6XV6H1Csjn-rgtdvq74HVEVd6j5ipmQ1Omphu0mI_aem_vZwIOlhJXTy1u4tFfX5eSg

Well, I just looked it up. It turns out the man was arrested in San Ysidro, near the border with Mexico--some 3 hours from LA. So not really near LA at all. https://www.facebook.com/groups/566574660122119/posts/26758308593855368/

By any chance, does anyone here know where he cuts hair? 😉

I'm probably in the minority, but I get turned on by the body odor, especially the armpits. If I ask my husband if he might be in the mood for sex tomorrow, that's his code word to know not to apply anti-perspirants or deodorants or scents after showering in the morning. If I hire an escort, I request that they not put on any antiperspirant or deodorant after showering in the morning, and specifically ask them NOT to shower before seeing me. If possible, in fact, I'd prefer if they go to the gym or work out before the meeting. I once paid an escort to meet me at the top of a steep hiking trail near my house so I could buy his sweaty T-shirt for a good price.

Well, to be fair, most Americans disapprove of this war. November is 6 months away... https://www.instagram.com/p/DX1sEkqF_Tt/ https://www.pewresearch.org/politics/2026/03/25/americans-broadly-disapprove-of-u-s-military-action-in-iran/ "...About six-in-ten Americans (61%) disapprove of Trump’s handling of the conflict, while 37% approve...".

That reminds me of that episode in M*A*S*H in which one of the soldiers proposes to another with a ring which was supposed to read "Over Hill, Over Dale, Our Love Will Never Fail," but the Korean ring-maker wrote "Our Love Will Ever Fail" by mistake. 😄

Well, these are the latest results, according to AI: As of early May 2026, the California governor's race is highly competitive and fractured, with Republican Steve Hilton [15%] and Democrat Xavier Becerra [18%] tied for the lead in recent California Democratic Party polling. The race is wide open following term limits for Gov. Gavin Newsom, with a large, divided field of candidates and roughly 26% of voters still undecided. Key Candidates and Poll Standings (Approximate)Steve Hilton (R): 16% – 18%, Xavier Becerra (D): 10% – 18%, Tom Steyer (D): 12% – 15%, Chad Bianco (R): 10% – 14%, Katie Porter (D): 8% – 10%, Matt Mahan (D): 4% – 5%. If I were to vote for my favorite, it'd be Matt Mahan, but California has a system in which the top two vote-getters face off, and it would be a disaster if it were a Bianco-Hilton face-off. Trump endorses Hilton and, Bianco is a complete nut-job. Out of fear of having a GOP vs GOP final election (although a Democrat could win as a write-in), I'll vote for Becerra. Steyer comes off as a complete sleazebag, Porter is abrasive, arrogant, and condescending. According to AI: Key criticisms from her detractors include: Poor Temperament: Critics argue she has an "unhappy" and combative demeanor, highlighting incidents where she shouted at staffer or acted rudely in interviews. Abusive Management Style: She has faced accusations of being an "abusive" and "racist" boss, specifically in reports about her treatment of staff, according to a POLITICO article. "Arrogant" and "Condescending": Opponents argue that her "whiteboard" style is condescending and that she acts with a sense of moral or intellectual superiority, according to a National Review article and the Medium article. Self-Destructive/Weak Candidate: Some critics, such as former state controller Betty Yee, have labeled her a "weak, self-destructive candidate unfit to lead California," particularly when facing pressure or difficult questioning. Political Missteps: Critics have described her as overambitious, pointing to her decision to run for the Senate instead of staying in the House as a move that let down her party

OK. I apologize for the confusion. Not mentioned in the OP was that there are now about 157 yen to the US dollar.

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