Tag Archives: Madrid

A ‘pique’ experience

Posted on October 24, 2013 by stillalife

“What has been your peak experience so far?” asked a Swedish-American tourist sitting with his wife at a table next to us in a sidewalk cafe in Madrid. My husband and I both stumbled around for an answer, but couldn’t … Continue reading →

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The sameness of the world

Posted on October 12, 2013 by stillalife

Europe. The United States. The first is characterized by much older buldings, many statues of dead kings and queens, better bread and pastries, and a better public transportation system, at least compared to the one where I live. There are … Continue reading →

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