Barcelona has treated us well so far. However, our studio director mentioned that it never rained and we shouldn’t bring any warm clothes because it is always cold; it of course has been rainy and a little on the cold side.

Our apartment is great; however, there are 3 beds and 4 of us. Do the math. Since I am used to no privacy due to my last rooming situation I am cuddling with Hala in the master bedroom. I look forward to my own bed and bedroom on my return to the States. So don’t ask for any slumber parties. They are only opened to Ruby. Trying to get an additional bed out of our landlord but that might be as possible as pronouncing the roads that are around our area. No dryer. The public knows what kind of underwear we wear. Flushing toilets, turning on the sink, or bathing, we always get an interesting firework sound.

Barcelona reminds me a lot of Paris. Same kind of urban fabric. A large mixture of shops and etc. The food that I have had so far is quite good. Glad to find meat here that I am not scared of like in Helsinki. So far I have had some ‘Doner’ meat. Not sure what that is and please don’t write me about it. I will play dumb until it is a needs-to-know-basis.

Studio started today. It is about a 15-20 minutes walk (aka .8 miles) from our apartment which will get us in shape and walk us by some awesome fresh produce markets. Tried some new fruits but not even sure what their name is. Should be in studio 5 days a week which gives me access to internet since naturally there is no internet connection in the apartment; another wonderful American amenity that holds a place in my heart.

Bike tour on Saturday with the class. I sense many accidents.

Finally found black beans.

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