I realize that my blogs have been suuuuuper detailed. Sorry if it seems boring, but yeah that's what I do - I observe people, things and details I find interesting. Here are a few that I think are worth commenting on:
Groups, most of us have been traveling in groups, packs if you will. The afternoon at the Plaza Mayor was crazy. Nothing says "turistas que no saben nada" like a group of 20something jovenes with backpacks, looking around trying not to get lost. We also tend to pack an already crowded place where the workers/servers have to serve everybody. Seriously, people must hate us.
Speaking of groups, I've been floating around a bit, trying to talk to different people. Roomies are good and we generally hang together, but hopefully I'll get to know other people in the group better and get to do stuff with them.
The other day I walked to Citibank to withdraw money, BY MYSELF. I know it doesn't seem like a big deal, but it was the first time since being in this huge yet wonderful city. One small step down the street, but one giant leap for my adventurous spirit.
People are at least semi-fashionable here. Apparently people go all out at the discotecas, but I Haven't seen for myself yet. Its been chilly but everyone's got pretty nice jackets, and I'm glad I brought a couple of my fave ones.
Spaniards must love the Beatles. Not a day goes by that I don't hear someone playing a Beatles song somewhere, mostly the estaciones. Either that or they're just pandering to a more international crowd. Either way, my dad would be very pleased.
The people pandering in the estaciones. Typically guys with some sort of musical instrument. The guy at our estacion kinda has karaoke machine and he just sings. Not bad though. Los mejores: Guy with the harp - A HARP. That is legit. Also, one man sitting and playing the violin beautifully while another woman (his wife?) holds the music piece for him to read. :)
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