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Hola!
While in Spain, I feel like the most touristy person here as I take pictures at every ornate, important looking building but at the same time am beginning to feel more a part of the city that I now have a bus pass and a hand painted fan.
Yesterday a group of us went to see Alice in Wonderland at the local cine (movie theatre). It costs about 5 euros with my student discount. Popcorn only costs 3 euros for a large, which we all split. My appetite has grown with the amount of food our family feeds us, but not to the large popcorn extent, yet. I will try to attach a picture of the marketing sign for the movie “The Last Song” in Spain.
At dinner tonight my family tried to feed me two hamburgers after they packed me three sandwiches for lunch. One of my bocadillos (sandwiches) went to a lady begging for money on the train. Nonetheless, there was no way I could eat anymore. Our sisters have exams this week and have been at the library until about 9:30pm each night. Only three days left for them – I really want to start a countdown in the kitchen and make them something when they finish. However, every recipe here uses the metric system.
McDonalds here serves beer and McFlurrys come with a sauce (caramel, chocolate, white chocolate) and a choice of four candies. They have actual apple pies and chocolate brownies.
We went to the Prado Museum today. I am gaining a huge appreciation for art. I believe it is due to the combination of studying the painting or style in class and then seeing it tangibly. The Prado is on the same level of prestige as the Louvre in Paris. We had a tour today that lasted only an hour and a half. I am planning to revisit the museum and take some more time to view the art. I love Velazquez, especially his most famous painting, Las Meninas. I will try to attach a picture of this painting from the internet because we could not use cameras inside.
I have a test in Arts and Museums class tomorrow and have had a cup of strong Spanish coffee to keep me going.
Talk to you soon!!
Kristina
I hope you manage to stay under 70kg with all you are eating. How was "Alice in Wonderland", other than the 5L popcorn? Does the Prado have a Picasso exhibit? Is the beer at McDonalds self serve? I bet the McDonalds here would get more business with beer than with a playground.
ReplyDeleteLove you blog. You should devote a few more microyears to it.
Hi Kristin! Loving your blog. Your personality and passion for your experiences permeates your stories and is a joy to read. Google the metric system conversion and you will be able to cook some recipes for your family in Spain. Love you, Mom
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