As I pack my bags, I am thinking of all the things I could say about Buenos Aires. I could talk about the country's shortage of change and how a trip to the market becomes incredibly difficult and riding the bus impossible without exact change. I could talk about the easy going spirit you find even in such a big city. Perhaps I could explain how little chance I ever have of being on time or eating before 10 pm again after living here. I could tell you all about this amazing little traditional music venue by my place, family owned and packed every night. I could even talk about that moment I sat in the front row of a tango orchestra concert and was so moved by the young musicians that I literally could feel myself taken away with the music. But that is what a city is, a collection of stories and experiences that come together to form a life all around you. I have been extremely lucky to have experienced this city as I have and can recognize what an amazing opportunity it has been. I will miss many things, though not the dog walkers or their trail of destruction.
Sunday, April 12, 2009
One last abrazo from Buenos Aires
As I pack my bags, I am thinking of all the things I could say about Buenos Aires. I could talk about the country's shortage of change and how a trip to the market becomes incredibly difficult and riding the bus impossible without exact change. I could talk about the easy going spirit you find even in such a big city. Perhaps I could explain how little chance I ever have of being on time or eating before 10 pm again after living here. I could tell you all about this amazing little traditional music venue by my place, family owned and packed every night. I could even talk about that moment I sat in the front row of a tango orchestra concert and was so moved by the young musicians that I literally could feel myself taken away with the music. But that is what a city is, a collection of stories and experiences that come together to form a life all around you. I have been extremely lucky to have experienced this city as I have and can recognize what an amazing opportunity it has been. I will miss many things, though not the dog walkers or their trail of destruction.
Mar del Plata
I just returned from a few days at one of Argentina's most popular beaches, Mar del Plata. Fall has begun, so this mainly tourist town was quiet and peaceful. I stayed with my friend Ivan and his family. Ivan, being familiar with the States, referred to Mar del Plata as the Galveston of South America. Interpret that as you will, but I have always loved Galveston, in part because many are quick to criticize the brown waters and humid weather. But alas, as quick as I am to defend Galveston, Mar del Plata is definitely not that. It was beautiful and very peaceful. A highlight was the fish market! Besides the amazingly overpowering smell, they were also sea lions. Really unattractive up close, and a bit scary to be honest. But fun to see!
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