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vandtor
Joined 2010
Posts: 1065

When am I no longer a guest?

11 years ago

This question came up on another forum. An expat had asked it because he felt that being a resident with the ability to vote should say that he was now a part of society and not a guest. In some respects he has a point but that is if apply North American values. Unlike the US, Ecuador is not a land of immigrants. It is a much older history, culture and people. It has a history of being conquest.

Therefore, the answer is never unless you have a blood tie. You will be a welcomed guest but unless you have family, speak the language and meld into the customs, the guest tag will remain. It is what it is so just embrace it.

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