When we decided to cross into Mexico for the winter, we researched the border crossing rules and regulations extensively. We knew exactly what we could and couldn’t take into Mexico. Heading back into the states, we didn’t. Our only thought, as they were talking about closing borders, was to get across. And hey, we are US citizens, they have to take us…right?
Surprise, surprise, the trip back into the states is just as strict, if not stricter than leaving. And since we didn’t do any research, we got our hand slapped…because we had 1 rotten potato at the bottom of our bin!
We tried to keep a straight face as he lectured us about the rules and regulations and how hiding 1 potato could mean we were carrying much worse contraband.
P.S. The fault was ours, we should have done our due diligence. We have nothing but respect and admiration for the men and women who work the border.