Ferias y Regalos

Hello all!
This weekend has been full of trials, as usual, however there have been some very wonderful moments. On Friday, Samantha and I went out with friends and had a good time, although I don't care too much for the club scene here. It's just too loud and too crowded and you don't get to know anyone like you do in a bar or restaurant. My favorite thing when I go out here is meeting people and speaking to them (in Spanish) because it's interesting for everyone and good practice too. 

On Saturday, Samantha and I went to Uruguay by boat and spent the day wandering and sightseeing and being tourists. The weather was absolutely beautiful during the day and got a little chilly at night. We were tired from going out and not getting much rest the night before, so we pretty much went to bed when we got home around 10.

Today was the best day of the weekend. We went to a feria where people hand make almost everything and then sell it in little booths. It is a great place to talk to local people and buy amazing and unique things...aka gifts :) So some of you should be expecting a few little surprises when I return. If there is anything specific that anyone wants from here, though go ahead and tell me. There is amazing Dulce de Leche..basically my new addiction..that I will be bringing back for everyone to try. If you have a chance, go to the store and see if you can find it. My heart is going to break if I can't buy it in the states after I get back. Seriously, it's that good.

Andrew and I are going to Skype now..unfortunately we don't get to talk near as much as I'd like. As for this week, tomorrow I don't have school so Sam and I are spending one last day together before she goes back to the US on Tuesday. Also on Tuesday, I start my advanced spanish course promptly at 9:30am and have it every day until 2:30 pm. I'm not sure if the program has anything planned for July yet since I don't have a schedule but I'll keep you updated!


I'm very happy here, but I miss everyone so much too. I hope you're all staying cool and enjoying the pool and getting tan in the sun. It doesn't feel anything like July here, being around 50 degrees and all. Nonetheless, have fun and think of me when you're poolside :)

besos!
xoxox

allie