All the Haps

Hands down one of the coolest things I have done in Buenos Aires was seeing a movie in one of their movie theaters.  I saw Valiente (Brave) the other night and the whole movie was in Spanish.  This is what I was expecting until one of my friends told me that many of the movies here are shown in English, but have Spanish subtitles.  Anywhoo, I LOVED IT!! #1 it is a Disney movie which are always good #2 it is mainly for children which is a check plus for me because it was easier to understand #3 well I don't have a third reason...just go see it!

A couple days ago my friend, Brittany and I were stumbling across websites on the internet and we found this pilates studio 2 blocks down from our homes.  We decided to drop by yesterday and see what it was all about.  The told us that we could try out the class for free sometime to see if we would like it and then we could join if we wanted.  Well folks, today was that day! I tried out the pilates class. It caused quite a stir when my friend and I walked in because I could tell what everyone was thinking, "These girls are definitely not from Argentina." It might have been my hot pink work out top that gave it away.  Sidenote --> everyone wears darks clothes here in the winter! The only acceptable colors are black, navy, and gray.  Missed the memo on that one and stuffed my multicolored clothing in the back of my closet.  Ok back to the subject at hand...pilates.  This quite possibly might have been one of the funniest experiences I have had while in Buenos Aires.  My friend and I ended up being the only ones in the class which meant special attention...at let me tell ya that was definitely needed.  I don't know if any of you readers are avid pilates class attenders, but it is HARD! First of all all the technical vocabulary in spanish was a rough beginning and then to throw in the exercises.  Woah I needed a siesta after that one.  All in all, I totally recommend doing an exercise class while abroad because 1) I am eating so much food and sweets here and 2) It helps you get to know the local people.

This afternoon I met up with a guy named Alan who lives in Buenos Aires.  Alan stayed in the United States with my Uncle Scott and my Aunt Deanne a year and a half ago! My aunt messaged me on facebook and told me about Alan and how I should meet up with him.  Today we went to a cafe and it was so funny to hear him talk all about my family who lives what seems a world away.  Here are a few remarks he said:

1. Gosh I miss that Dr. Pepper nothing compares
2. I met your grandfather. (He immediately points to his chin as he forgot the word "beard") For those of you who do not know my grandfather, he looks very similar to Abraham Lincoln.
3. I gained 15 pounds in the U.S. because I always ate Sonic, McDonlads, Whatabuger and all the fast foods.
4. I miss it very much and your family was so kind! He wants to return so get ready Aunt Deanne and Uncle Scott!!!