Lo siento, I haven't updated this blog in a few days. I've been in Spain since Thursday and much has happened. Here are my thoughts on what has occurred in my trip and my observations:
- La Comida: as expected, the food in Spain is quite excellent. From tapas to paella, there are many delicious dishes to try out. If you are willing to splurge a little, get the Iberico ham (or as I like to call it "the kobe beef of ham".)
-The lifestyle: most of what you've heard about Spaniards is true. There is a much more relaxed and laid back culture present in the country. From siestas to people's general demeanor, the high stress environment of NYC is hard to find here. It is also true that Spaniards have dinner quite late (many restaurants only open at 8:00 p.m. or later.) It was fairly awkward being the only ones having dinner at 9:00 p.m.
- My homestay: during my time in Madrid, I have opted to live in a homestay with a designated "Señora." Although my Spanish is not as fluid as it once was, it is fairly easy to communicate with her. With her warm demeanor and excellent cooking, I look forward to staying in her home (her schnauzer also contributes to this.)
- My salud: unfortunately I have been in good health a good portion of my stay so far. The hot and dry Madrid air easily saps the energy and moisture from your body. That being said, I've had to adjust how much water I drink on a daily basis (I already drink far more than the average person.) The fact that I have developed a minor cold does not help either. However, I have been trying to get as much sleep as possible to shorten the duration of my symptoms.
Despite some this problems I've encountered, I am enjoying this experience so far. I look forward to trying new things and meeting new people.
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