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New Kid in Town
This is the view on the street outside our apartment. I’ve always liked tennis shoes hanging from a power line. I am flexible with change and blend in with most environments. Before I arrived in Buenos...
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Bambino Mio
There is much Italian influence in the Buenos Aires. I’ve noticed that many portenos, or native Argentinans, have an Italian appearance. Also, when I hear the older men talk, I’m reminded of the...
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Stranger in My Blood
“But here, absolutely everything conspires to keep me staring into the dark.” –Frances Mayes, Under the Tuscan Sun This was my feeling when I first arrived—learning the subtle movements and navigations...
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Barrio Exchanges
Ricardo sat on a vegetable crate across from me with a wide, cheshire grin. “I would love to practice my English with you. I am traveling to New York in the week after next.” I mustered a half smile. I...
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Don’t Pet the Cats
Photo Credit: Andshewas In my Top Ten Things post, I mentioned that it’s worth your time to visit the cats in Parque Carlos Thays in Palermo. It’s surprising how tame the cats are. They are used to cat...
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Looking Towards Summer
Photo Credit: silkegb It’s raining today in Buenos Aires, a steady rainfall perfect for grading papers and catching up with favorite blogs. I’m contented, as yesterday afternoon I sat in Parque Las...
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Tonight I Can Write
Photo Credit: Bracani….Antonio Tonight I can write the saddest lines. Write for example, ‘The night is shattered and the blue stars shiver in the distance.’ The night wind revolves in the sky and...
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