Monthly Archives: January 2009

Random Cultural Observations

Posted on January 26, 2009 by Zeke

Some things I’ve noticed in my first month or so in Spain: I didn’t realize how much of a fixed routine Americans seem to require. Everyone seems to talk about how Spaniards are good about mixing work with leisure, but … Continue reading →

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Granada Update

Posted on January 21, 2009 by Zeke

It’s been a little while, so I figured I’d pop my head in and give y’all a quick update on life over here. I’m through 9 of 15 days of my intensive language course. Things are going well – I … Continue reading →

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Dear iPhone:

Posted on January 19, 2009 by Zeke

We need to talk. We’ve been together for almost a year and a half now, and it’s been great – I have few complaints. You’ve freed up space in my pockets by letting me leave my PDA and iPod at … Continue reading →

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Photos from the first week in Granada

Posted on January 15, 2009 by Zeke

We’re getting pretty well settled here in Granada… Much easier to blend in a bit and feel more like a local. I’m learning the streets more and have a better sense of direction… Today we went for a tour of … Continue reading →

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Things I'd Kill For Right About Now

Posted on January 14, 2009 by Zeke

A calzone Spicy food Cellular internet on my iPhone A drumset Buildings that aren’t frickin’ freezing everywhere Laundry that takes a couple of hours to run instead of the better part of a week. I’ve been wearing the same pants … Continue reading →

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