3 Years Later...My Thoughts About Living in Dominican Republic
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- Опубликовано: 3 окт 2024
- In this video, I share my thoughts about living in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic after 3 years. From the culture to the food to the lifestyle, I'll give you an inside look at what it's like to live in this beautiful country!
#santodomingo #dominicanrepublic #americanexpat
I am Dominican and I am so glad that you feel that way and that you can afford to live there God bless
Thank you. I appreciate that.
Hey Jay, I’m Dominican-American and I’ve been in the states for almost 20 years. There’s no one day that I don’t think about going back there and you just nailed it on all the reasons why DR doesn’t get out of my mind. I just found your channel last week and I’m loving it. But I’ve been watching your wife since she started.
Watching your videos proves me that my thoughts are right and that I’m not alone! 😅
Yessiirr. Brother, if its financially possible it's a great place to live. It's definitely a country that its all what you make it. And if you come and live here for all the right reasons there's nothing not to enjoy about.
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@@JayAbroad how can I get in contact with you?
The wife and I are really considering the DR. It would just be hard to leave the kids and grandkids. That's really our only issue. It really is about quality of life. 💯
That's understandable. I have my thoughts about this but we really know what we need to do deep inside.
leave them grandkids in the wind, you can visit them or they can visit you!!!!!
You said it...lol
Listen, my 5 year old granddaughter wants to spend her birthday in DR in June. She loves it just as much as we do. Them kids and grandkids can visit 😂
Y'all are funny. 😅
Thank you for the advice. Much appreciated. 💯
Hey Jay. I know people who live in Ghana for over 30 years who wouldn't move back to the US under any circumstances! It's the same in many other nations where expats have moved and lived long term. Black and white! Once we get a taste of what life is really like in other parts of the world its mind expanding and mind changing. Safer, cheaper, more enriching on multiple levels. Peace out.
Facts, it's a lot of propaganda that all immigrants are dying to get to America. Well that maybe true to are certain extent but what they don't tell you that many of them once they realize what going on head back to their country. And many more would leave if they knew they could afford the lifestyle in their home country.
It’s very educating to see a foreign live and talk about the Dominican Republic. I learn things than even I as a Dominican didn’t know because haven’t had the opportunity to experience due to not having financial freedom.
I appreciate that homie. Glad it's been helpful.
Is funny how u actually look Dominican🇩🇴🇩🇴 so u fit right in
Thank you for sharing your personal experience. I agree with you 100% I plan to move over there when my condo is completed in Punta Cana. Do not let the haters get to you
they are misable back here in the USA. Again most haters have never traveled outside of the USA. I am not a hater of the USA but agree with what you have said completely.
You're welcome. Bro, Keyboard Kenny can't discourage me, I got it out the mud for real. No amount of characters can stop me form living this life. I too am not a hater of the US but nowadays anytime you have a critique about something you have to be hating or angry. I'm just pointing out the obvious and don't want to deal with it anymore. Congrats on your condo in Punta Cana.
In the WOKE USA now days... if you give your personal opinon or speak the truth someone is going to get hurt or disagree with you. Everyone has their own
openion and if you dont agree with it move on... dont have to down grade nobody for sharing the personal openion. Keep up the good work!! I will continue
watching you both YOU and your Wife!
@@orlandov6689 Thanks bro!
MY BROTHER LIVE YOUR LIFE MAN. YOU MADE A GOOD DECISION. NEW ORLEANS ✌️
Thank you and yes, I will
Bravo Jay you are a natural Podcaster! Keep up the excellent video! ANKH-ASE!
Much appreciated! Will do.
That was my joint Harlem nights..lol..great video and much love and respect bro🙌👍🫵🙏😎
Thanks💪🏾💪🏾
I’m glad that you are able to live how you choose to.
I don’t get why people hate on people living an honest life.
Thanks.
You are more than welcome! This is just the place to be. So glad you feel safe in my country
Thank you.
People love to hate. Their miserable
Jajajaja yeah
You landed in the best country in the Caribbean 🇩🇴🇩🇴🇩🇴.
No argument from me on that💪
Nah Jamaica 🇯🇲 is but I love Dominican 🇩🇴 Republic beautiful country 😍
@@giniolamy Jamaica 🇯🇲 is beautiful as well but DR is levels above my brother no disrespect.
@@ReyPereztv Facts! There's no comparison.
@giniolamy i can't compare them because i haven't lived in Jamaica. I did enjoyed my vacation in Jamaica. I felt like i was in dr. But the expenses are higher in Jamaica. I loved Jamaica though. It felt like home.
OMG! I am retiring this year & God knows I was born & raised in US…namely Miami….moved to Ft. Lauderdale, & I sincerely don’t want to waste my retirement years struggling. Also, things have changed so much in USA, & I’m sure it’s only going to continue to decline. So grateful to see you and your family are really enjoying quality over quantity of life. Best of the best to you & yours. I will continue to keep my sights on DR. #SincerelySeekingABetterLife!
First of all congratulations on your upcoming retirement. And yes, the US is on a decline and the good thing about people like you and I is we acknowledge it and want be proactive about a solution. Definitely give DR a look in your search for the right place for you.
@@JayAbroad ♥️🙏🏾👍🏾
Real kudos out to you. You are a brave man whose speaking the truth. You are the most practical person who speaks from heart and my respect to you for speaking out the truth of today's America. . Don't bother at all about the guys writing you nasty stuff they're just jealous of the fantastic life you live and have secured for your family!! . Your videos only reiterate this message for me :: God created this planet. Man created international borders and handed out passports!! Remember that you are a global citizen, You're humanity first and then a citizen of an xyz country later!! God bless you!
Yessiiir, thanks!
I’m trying to move there too
Have you visited here before?
@@JayAbroad No I’m coming in May to Santiago. I’m good on Sosua and the tourist scene. My buddy is from there I’m coming with him
I feel ya, stay away from Sosua. Especially on your first trip, it's not a good representation of the country at all. Santiago is nice. That's my second favorite city here.
So true
You have inspired me to move to the DR.
Keep making videos. I am vicariously living my life through you until I retire.
Thanks fam. I appreciate that. 🙏🏾
Haters gonna hate what can I say 🤷🏾♂️ lol. But I’m honestly considering a visit to the DR now since I seen your channel. Man it sounds soo good.
You should at least check it out and see if its for you.
Knowledge is Power!! Thanks for keeping it Real. God Bless
Yesiir. I appreciate that.
I moved from Santo Domingo to Mexico last year and I agree with every bit mentioned in this video. The healthcare is affordable. I spent $80 monthly for two people on health insurance. I had some minor procedures without any issue. For the most part, the people are great. Though Mexico has some advantages over DR, I would still recommend DR to people who are looking for a slower-paced, laid-back lifestyle in the Caribbean.
Would you mind mentioning some advantages of Mexico 🇲🇽 over Dominican Republic 🇩🇴? I’m also considering Mexico!
I mean how can you beat $80 for 2 people? Couldn't happen in the US.
Very good video i live in Louisville Kentucky. Im 36 single no kids. Im moving to the D R are another country beginning next year.
Congratulation on you making that decision. I wish you the best homie. Definitely give DR a look and see if you like it.
Straight 📠. Keep it pushing! God bless you.
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I don't know why people get so upset when other's decide to leave this Matrix. I want to leave too and don't give a damn what others have to say about it. I use to leave the country for vacation and now traveling outside of the country is scouting to see which country is going to be my next home.
That's good you are putting a plan into motion. 💪🏾
I subscribed to your channel because you sound very sincere. I'm Dominican raised in the US. I got to the US back in 1969 I live in DR now and I wouldn't change it for the world.
I hear ya. It's funny when you hear some Dominicans like you say you love DR and other say they would never move back. I be confuse like this place is great!
Hi Jay,
I visit D.R about two months ago and was taking away by the kindness that I encountered and the support the people give each other which a lot of times is different from the states. I plan to visit again soon and would like to relocate there. Any suggestions on the best way of obtaining work. I prefer working remote.
One way is finding a company in the States that allows you to work remotely. Or join some of the online freelancer platforms and create a profile like Upwork.com. This is where I got my first online gig. Another way is create a business around your skillset and become a subject matter expert and provide a service.
Also absolutly true about the food everytime i'm in DR i feel my energy is just incredible and noted that also food taste 💯 better.
100% taste better.
@@JayAbroadSo Brother You Were Paying $700 A Month For Healthcare In The US? 😮😮😮 Man Oh Man!
Yep, for a family plan and the type of job I had, they didn't have a good healthcare plan. It was a small company.
People send you hate comments because, they fear what they don't understand and are afraid to learn something new. So they are stuck in that endless cycle, and want you to stay stuck there too! Misery loves company, keep doing you thing, and keep the videos coming. I love your channel.
Yep, most haven't even left their block let alone travel outside the country. Thanks!
I spent two years in RD as an American "black man" and since giving up my last apartment in Punta Cana, Bavaro area, for the dirty shores of America "florida" I miss Dominican Republic and actually had a log conversation about it last night again. Time to return to peace and healthy thinking down there soon.
So I'm a fan of your choice to move there, and has followed you/your wife's channels for a few years as well.
Well done
Brother, sounds like it's time for you to come on back😅
Thank you bro!
No problem!
I had a major surgery in Santo Domingo in 2021, it was a great success and drastically improved my life quality.
That's good to hear because people like to say Healthcare here is bad. Thanks for sharing.
@@JayAbroad yes brother 🙌🏽, I had a broken spine and multiple complications that would’ve taken me away from the active life I had, and after recovery still have. I play a lot of sports in private leagues and clubs, couldn’t imagine my life without being able to be physically active.
That surgery truly saved my life! If you’re wondering, I had a prosthetic lumbar spine reconstruction!
Knowledge bound!!!!! Im here now and im adapting. Such a fly move a lot of us have made. Im definitely looking forward to linkn up with others who are positive about living here. Tired of them "passport" videos...smh thanks champ
Yessiir, I feel ya. That's why I decided to start this channel, I wasn't tired of seeing guys make the same ole videos about women and all the BS. That's not real life here for 99% of the people. You live here in Santo Domingo?
I’m feeling happy for you. God bless you.😊 enjoy your life don’t pay my to nobody.🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉
Yep, thank you. Well said.🙏
Bro, you spoke a mouth full in this video. Everything you said, is the truth. When I visited Santo Domingo last year, not one time, did I feel unsafe. I also liked the fact, that I didn't have to constantly be looking over my shoulders worrying about being racially profiled by the police like here in the States. And yes, the food, is actually real food. While in San Domingo, not once, did I eat at a fast food restaurant. I ate at local mom-and-pop restaurants, and the food was absolutely delicious.
All facts. 💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾
I live in USA since I was 7 I'm 50 last time I went to Dominican was 30 years ago, but I'm going back soon USA is not the same no more I need Peace and happiness
It's not the same and people get upset when you point that out. DR with all It's flaws has a better quality of life in my opinion.
Congratulations on having the courage to improve the quality of your life. Some would rather judge or hate instead of taking control of their own peace and happiness.
Thank you.
🤗💯@@JayAbroad
I think it's amazing! I'm getting myself together right now to make the same move! I appreciate your videos. Blessings to you and your family my brother!!!
I appreciate that brother. Congrats on getting your plan together.
I'm preparing as well to move abroad...
I really enjoy your videos bro keep up the good work
Thanks, will do!
People are so crazy. How you mad at someone for living where they want to live lol. My 1st time there I stayed for over 2 weeks between SD and Boca Chica. Some days we didn’t leave the house. We ate good home cooked meals and chilled on the balcony. My daughter and I ate so good we thought we would have gained weight when we got home but nope. The food is fresh even the McDonalds looks and tastes different. Not overly greasy. I’ve never seen a lot of overweight people there. I always feel safe and I move about the city in Uber as well as walk to local spots alone and Ive never felt unsafe. I don’t hate the U.S. but I’m definitely leaving at the first chance I get
Lol...I know you are planning your escape.
Same experience I have been here since Dec 19, my best choice so far.
Life work Balance is real.
Healthy Eating / Vegatables and Fruits; You can buy for a full week with less that $15 USD per person.
Neighboors you get to know there name and kids get to play like kids.
Yessiiirr, congrats on your move. Definitely a good decision for me too💪🏾💪🏾
Jay! I think your decision to move abroad was a great decisions. I am also from Selma, Alabama and I joined the Navy in 1982 and traveled abroad most of my life. I returned went to school, worked in a toxic environment of the VA and I just shut down and moved to Mexico City, Mexico. I love it here and will not return to the U.S. permanently.
That's awesome bro. I know you are enjoying Mexico City. Salute home team!
Amen, Thank you for your honest review
Yessiiir...my pleasure!
If you haven't already check out a book called Quitting America by Randall Robinson. F them people who don't like how you choose to live your life
Lol...facts💯. Definitely will check out that book.
I left America after retirement. Recently, I went back to visit the U.S and definitely knew I made the right choice! I couldn’t wait to get back on the plane! Family was not even worth the cost of my ticket! 😅
Lol...man I feel ya. Every time I touch down, I'm waiting to leave.
Yo bro you spoke the truth. Those that send hate messages are those that have clue and that are stuck believing the lies are true in the States. I've been married to my wife for almost 5 years in October and when I'm home with my family in DR I just feel relaxed and we always enjoy life. When I was there in DR for 5 months when in the pandemic. I gained a lot of weight. I'm a little dude that couldn't gain weight until I got to DR. So yes the food is definitely better than what we have here. I appreciate the videos.
Yessiiirr, thanks. It's crazy how people are still stuck and believing those lies. Like you, I'm sooooo relaxed living here. Wouldn't change a thing. And congratulations on your upcoming anniversary. If I'm not mistaken I know you comment on Norberis channel too, your family is in SPM, correct?
@@JayAbroad Yeah that's me. I really enjoy y'all videos. Y'all help those who need information. Because there are things my wife doesn't know that I get from watching her videos. Thanks man. I can't believe it's almost been that long.
Shhhhiiiddd... I aint even left yet and I already feel like you.👊🏿💯✈
fa sho
Lol😅
@@autobotdiva9268 Ya dig? It's time to BOUNCE.👊🏿💯✈️(Been time quiet as kept...)
Fantástico y muy honesto hijo Dios te ilumine !
Gracias hermano💪
Wow. Your video is refreshing my brother. Love that you put out facts...so while some people may critique your choice, they definitely won't argue your facts.. 🙏🏾
I appreciate that. Thanks for watching.
I am
Dominican and left the island more than 30 years ago and I have the hope to return back home to live a better quality of life 🙏🙏🇩🇴 but love the 🇺🇸 USA as well where my kids are going to get educated and visit me in the Caribbean ❤
Awesome! Thanks for sharing.
@@JayAbroad 🙏 your welcome
I will be moving to Panama 🇵🇦 in two years. I currently live in Port Saint Lucie Florida. I shared with co-workers that I will be moving to Panama and I got so much hateful comments about living in a foreign country. It was unbelievable to me that people would be so against me moving from the US. On the topic of food I did a test while I was in Panama. I bought some chicken from Popeyes and noticed it didn’t bother my stomach and I did same with KFC and I had no problems so I’m convinced that the food here in America is killing us.
Bro, I'm about to do a video about this. People shaming you for living a life they scared of living. Do you homie, salute and congratulations on the expected move💪🏾
Well said Jay, love your convictions. They are jealous because they can’t take the leap of faith. 😂
My thoughts exactly 🙏🏾
In today's world, you go where you are treated best. Everyone is looking for the best life possible wherever it may be. Matter of fact, I know a few people who left Miami to Santo a while ago and never looked back. The country offers lots of direct international flights, great restaurant options, global entertainment venues, lower taxes, shopping ect..... Not everyone can manage to leave but if you can, why not?
Exactly well said.
🇩🇴 is the paradise in the Caribbean. You can feel the difference when you eat food in the 🇩🇴. I love the food. I want to drink natural juices everyday and the food they cook in the campos 🪵 is the best.
Oh yes I love the natural juices here.
Gm family. Love your videos ! Hope to meet you on my next trip.
Yessiir, thanks! You can send me an email next time you head this way iamjayabroad@gmail.com
Thanks for sharing your perspective. I really appreciate it.
My pleasure!
Hey Jay ! I met you and your wife with my fiancée back in April of 2023, we had dinner with you all. Good times bro. Yes the DR is really great! We have an apartment in the Juan Bausch area and loving it.I still live in the states and my fiancée is there. Hopefully we can meet up with you and your wife Norberi again. I follow her channel and now I’m subscribing to yours! Looking forward to the content!
Yessiiirr I remember. Glad to hear everything it going great with you and your fiancee. When are you back in the country? We can definitely meet up again.
Well said 💯
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The beginning of the video was hilarious. I loved it.
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I haven’t been there but I heard it is beautiful! Congrats
It is beautiful.
On point !!! 100 ! Aka Raheem
Great
Bro the best desicion you ever made.....
No doubt!
I need that work life balance 💯
Yessiiirr it's important.
@@JayAbroad Bruh I was giving up on women over here. DR gave me hope again.😂😂😂I will be in Santiago next month😂😂💯
James you have not said one word in this video, that is a lie. Nothing I can add. Keep strong; and stay strong all of you. 💪💪💪
Thanks, homie🙌🏾
Great content. And congrats my man!! I'm an Alabama boy who retired here a couple years back (Punta Cana). I'm here in the Capital this week--let me know if you have time for a Cigar and wine.
Yessiiirr what area are you staying in?
Joy 🎉🎉🎉🎉 Fr
Congratulations man. You guys are living your dream. We'll join you one day 😆
Yessiiirr we appreciate it. I'm sure you'll join us sooner rather than later.
Brotha, you are an inspiration. Those attacking you for leaving the USA Inc. have never even left the US. Otherwise, they would understand it is not just D.R. Its Panama, Asia, English speaking Caribbean, Europe, Mexico, certain cities in Africa, the quality of life in those places are way better than the US.
Hands down much better. And you correct these folks have never left the country most of them.
Hello my brother I agree with everything you said man I wish I could move over there and live but I worry about how would I earn income.
But thank you man thank you for sharing your experience and everything you do I appreciate it
Yessiiirr. You definitely need to have a way to earn money when living abroad whether it local currency or US currency. Of course US currency is recommended. Start researching online opportunities. Turn that wish into a reality.
Great video! & is good seen a video about reality and not about the woman in Sosúa! Many blessings
Jay I just retired, I’m 41, and began the process of moving to DR, just bought a car in DR, looking at getting a house and hopefully by the end of 2024 I can move to DR, I was just down there in march going back in June, thank you for all the great information & honesty on all your video!
I appreciate that bro. That was one of the main reason I started this channel because most video from people who look like me was about that nonsense going on in Sosua. I know there are brothers out there that want to know what it is really like living in DR. I plan to provide that content.
What part of DR are you moving to?
@@JayAbroad I have family in La Romana, but I’m looking at this small town that I love cause is very calm and it has the most beautiful beaches in the entire country, the town is call Río San Juan, I’m looking at houses in that are bro.
@@JayAbroad 💯
I'm never coming back again 😮
Great Video, and thanks for this !!!
My pleasure!💪🏾
No seeds made in a lab.....in DR fresh from the tree
Facts!
I put my time in the US and we are getting ready to move back to DR.
I feel ya. Congrats!
Jay, please send me one of them Red Pills.
Lol...yesssiiir! You trying to get out the Matrix, too?
The REAL Red Pill 💯 Great video bro!
Thanks bro💪
Klok Wawawá ⁉️ Can you make a video on which online jobs, gigs anyone could make a living or have permanent income living in DR 🇩🇴
That info would be great!
Yes.
That's my country !! DR !!
Those that would send negativity has most likely never traveled out of the country. Tina Turner moved to Switzerland. Marvin Gaye moved to London for awhile. Josephine Baker (1906 - 1975) moved to France. George Clooney moved to Italy. Jimi Hendrix (1942 - 1970) moved to London for a better record deal. I know of a dude from Atlanta who rents out 4 units there, has 2 Air BnB's in DR and decided to live in Thailand. It's best to understand ones preference rather than hate on the choices of the preference.
Well said...nothing more to add.
Bro you are so right, its your prerogative ...Life is about balance...I will be where you are in another 9 to 10 months..
Yessiiirr, I know you're ready💪🏾
“Misery loves company”
Facts!
Yessir I’m in pop
I know you are enjoying yourself💪💪
Im currently considering moving 2 DR. I need 2 tightened up on speaking Spanish
Yesssiiir. You don't need to be fully fluent. Pick it up as you go while you are here.
Yo Jay just ran into your video and I will definitely share it! I’m currently building a fairly nice house in puerto plata which is my place of birth though I’ve been in south Florida for the most part of my life and I’m a US citizen. Do you have any tips as far as jobs that will make it possible to live a decent life while residing in the DR? 🙏🏽
That information would be great! 👍
@@ChristianGarcia-FinPer that’s the dream for a lot of us
With you being Domincan it probably easier for you to find something. To me all the real opportunities are in Santo Domingo. What kind of work are you looking to do? Are you looking to work in the DR economy or looking to work online?
@@JayAbroad
man I really appreciate you taking time to respond 🙏🏽. I’m looking for something online, I’m fluent in both English and Spanish. I have half of what I need to have a home studio but until music brings in money I have to get a job. I’ve met people in DR who work in call centers or from home but their salary ranges from $2 to $5 an hour. Personally Im hoping to find better pay than that.
True the average call centers pay around $4 per hour. But they get bonuses too, but I understand. There aren't job here that pay like the US. What type of music you do?
Lol 😆 great content OG
Thanks bro!
Say it Sir!!!
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What’s the name of the health insurance? Thank you
We use Seguro Universal
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I am dying to move out there , any suggestions
please help
Suggestions as far as what exactly? Where to live? Or what?
I want to move to Jamaica 🇯🇲
Again, what's stopping you?
@JayAbroad You can't move somewhere without money. a plan 💯 and a little bit of support. That's what's stopping me. I don't come from the same background as you sir
Put a plan together. I did. Nothing is special about me homie.
Hello Jay ❤❤
Hello....
Afrika the best ✊🏾… lived in DR and colombia those are also great places. When I move back to the US it will be puerto rico
It's all preference. Definitely want to visit Africa.
Do you speak 🗣 the language?
A little I'm not fluent.
@@JayAbroad That’s good
I was wondering this
have to agreed with everything u said here
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Good evening.
Do you have any problems in your neighborhood or Piantini with power outages or bad Internet/wifi connections?
Nope! Here for 3 years and no issue ever.
that intro!!!! lol
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people kill me upset because another BLACK MAN has left and living a better and cheaper life. im trying to get my 22 year old to see the same vision even if its within the states. go be happy. when im in the bahamas, i feel so good, blood pressure down, stroll walking, weather, can navigate and hitch a "wannabeuber" lol. thats really nice your daughter can go outside and play. i need to catch a flight to a resort.
#myperogative
It is sad that we are our own worst enemy. Instead of congratulations they'd rather envy you because they can't. It feels good when you can talk to someone that can relate when you say as soon as I step off the plane my blood pressure goes down and I'm relaxed. Most people can understand that feeling. Yes, it seem like it's time to catch that flight😊
Why do people criticize others? Because they're unhappy. If they were happy, they'd have no opinion. They envy you.
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Another great video Jay and on point with every statement. I have always said, we all need to get off the struggle bus in the US. The US has the lowest life expectancy compared to countries with a similar GDP. The US has the highest cost in healthcare compared to similar countries yet it still has an average 8 years lower life expectancy than those countries. In the US you get to pull Social Security at age 62 however you don’t get to pull full social security benefits until you reach Full Retirement Age, (FRA), at 67. That said life expectancy in the US is around 76 years old. Bottom line is that you work to survive in the US and the expectation is that you may never get to live long enough to enjoy the fruits of your labor. Keep the value information coming and ignore the naysayers and nonbelievers. 🙏🙏🙏🙏💪💪💪💪💪
Thanks homie, you are correct. Why people don't see this is insane to me.