The weekend so far...

Weekends are always a good time and this one is no exception. Dinner with Rafa was great on Thursday night. We went to a Gallician place and ate fried pork ears (yeah, I don't recommend). After that, Rafa took me to a really neat Tiki bar where we drank a "Mona Loa."

Last night, I went to an Irish pub with all my academy friends. Jorge came along as well. No, my life here isn't an endless party. The weekdays are pretty quiet-- that whole work thing.

Temple of Debod

My friend Lyndsey and I visited the Temple of Debod in downtown Madrid. It was a gift from Egypt as Spain helped save artifacts when the Aswan High Damn was built. For more info see: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Temple_of_Debod

As for other news, all my classes are going well. I'm really enjoying teaching over. No Child Left Behind can kiss my ass! I also have a date tonight with a really great guy. We've been seeing each other for a few weeks now. I'm taking him to a Gallician restaurant.

House Party!

We had our house warming party last night and it was a huge success. We had lots of food and drink and lots of people to go along with it. Unfortunately, I forgot to take any pictures. At one point, there were 50 people in our house. I wish all my American friends were there as well.

What a weekend...

Well folks, fall has arrived in Madrid and the antics continue. I went out (of course) this weekend . On Friday I went with Jorge to a dance club and was there until about 5 a.m. Upon leaving the club, I decided to join some of my friends in Puerta del Sol. Of course, my inebriated ass fell in spectacular style in front of them and the whole of Spain(it involved a corkscrew maneuver). However, I was fine if a little-or a lot- wet.

On Saturday, I hung out with some friends in Plaza de Chueca where these images were taken. We slummed it and drank forties and box wine on the street. I then joined Jorge for some more club action. All in all it was a great weekend and this city is made to have a good time. People are always on the streets and there is always something to see.

Now, I wonder why my kidneys hurt...

Time equals wine x Plaza Mayor

This video was made while a friend and I enjoyed a glass of wine in Plaza Mayor.

A Day in the City

Robin (my room mate) and I spent the day walking around the city. I took a short movie in front of the Royal Palace and put it on here to share... and no, I did not add in the music. A guy was playing the accordion.

An Autumn Update

Well folks, I've been in the Kingdom of Spain for a month now and so far far so good. I finished my TEFL course this week and will begin working next Tuesday. I'm looking forward to getting into the swing of things. I'll also start Spanish lessons soon. This week though, I'm taking it easy. All that means is I simply don't think twice about going out with my friends. This country knows how to party!