Dear Blog,
I am just sitting here in Starbucks, charging my computer. Our electricity went out again--this seems to be a frequent occurrence lately. Anyway, I used the last of my computer battery watching the most recent episode of Lost. I have to say that I am definitely more into the storyline that has the flight landing safely in L.A. The island is getting a little out there for me, and I can suspend disbelief .
Haven't been up to much else lately. Juan got back last night. I spent the better part of my day yesterday watching the ladies of The View argue on youtube. I love that I can just go to youtube and find clips from television shows. The only problem is that it becomes addictive and is hard to stop watching.
I'm drinking a Tazo Chai, thinking of my dad. If he were here, he would be drinking the same. Of course, it might upset him to discover that this particular Starbucks does not sell oatmeal raisin cookies. He might have to settle for pan de elote (a sweeter version of cornbread). Hope all is well with everyone north of the border. Today would've been a good day for Target and Chick-Fil-A. I guess I'll have to settle for Starbucks and tacos.
Love,
Jenny en la ciudad
Saturday, February 20, 2010
Thursday, February 18, 2010
Today's Forecast: Cold and Rainy
Dear Blog,
It is 52 degrees and raining--it's like the most perfect day ever! Finally, the sun went away and I got my cold and cloudy day. I would prefer snow but whatever. You get what you get and you don't mind a bit. That's what my co-teacher used to always say.
Juan went to New York on Tuesday, so I have been home with the doggies. I've been trying to have the dogs sleep on their dog beds all night. It's an ongoing struggle. On Tuesday night, Monty woke me up around 3 a.m. He was trying to get on the bed and when I didn't let him, he cried like a baby. Needless to say, I didn't sleep very well. He did stay on the floor until 5:30 a.m. I figure that's pretty good since I get up around 6 a.m. anyway. Blu doesn't seem to mind sleeping on the floor, must seem like the Ritz compared to the cold, dirty streets of Mexico City.
We'll talk again soon.
Love,
Jenny en la ciudad
It is 52 degrees and raining--it's like the most perfect day ever! Finally, the sun went away and I got my cold and cloudy day. I would prefer snow but whatever. You get what you get and you don't mind a bit. That's what my co-teacher used to always say.
Juan went to New York on Tuesday, so I have been home with the doggies. I've been trying to have the dogs sleep on their dog beds all night. It's an ongoing struggle. On Tuesday night, Monty woke me up around 3 a.m. He was trying to get on the bed and when I didn't let him, he cried like a baby. Needless to say, I didn't sleep very well. He did stay on the floor until 5:30 a.m. I figure that's pretty good since I get up around 6 a.m. anyway. Blu doesn't seem to mind sleeping on the floor, must seem like the Ritz compared to the cold, dirty streets of Mexico City.
We'll talk again soon.
Love,
Jenny en la ciudad
Sunday, February 7, 2010
Weekend Briefing
Dear Blog,
Even though I am missing all the snow in the Mid-Atlantic, I am not missing out on all the fun. I've had a good weekend here in Mexico City. On Friday, we saw "Up in the Air." I enjoyed it, but Juan thought it was a little slow. If it isn't gory and stupid, it doesn't hold his interest. Ah, I only jest. He does like good movies, but he is always drawn to the trashy horror ones.
On Saturday, I waited for the plumber all day...and he never came. While I was waiting, I started watching "Jersey Shore" on the web. Wow. Wow. I have never seen such trash--of course, I am totally hooked. It's like The Real World on steroids. Wow.
Today, we saw "Invictus." I really enjoyed it. I still have no idea what the hell is going on in the game of rugby, but it was enjoyable nonetheless. After the movie, we took the dogs on a long walk. Monty wore his backpack. That's right, he has a little backpack. He carries his own water and treats and doggy waste bags. It actually helps the little guy to slow down a little on walks. It's harder for him to pull with the extra weight--hehe. I like to call him Packman now.
Tomorrow starts another week and since it didn't snow in Mexico, I will be going to work. Just saw the New Orleans Saints win the Superbowl. Good for them.
Love,
Jenny en la ciudad
Even though I am missing all the snow in the Mid-Atlantic, I am not missing out on all the fun. I've had a good weekend here in Mexico City. On Friday, we saw "Up in the Air." I enjoyed it, but Juan thought it was a little slow. If it isn't gory and stupid, it doesn't hold his interest. Ah, I only jest. He does like good movies, but he is always drawn to the trashy horror ones.
On Saturday, I waited for the plumber all day...and he never came. While I was waiting, I started watching "Jersey Shore" on the web. Wow. Wow. I have never seen such trash--of course, I am totally hooked. It's like The Real World on steroids. Wow.
Today, we saw "Invictus." I really enjoyed it. I still have no idea what the hell is going on in the game of rugby, but it was enjoyable nonetheless. After the movie, we took the dogs on a long walk. Monty wore his backpack. That's right, he has a little backpack. He carries his own water and treats and doggy waste bags. It actually helps the little guy to slow down a little on walks. It's harder for him to pull with the extra weight--hehe. I like to call him Packman now.
Tomorrow starts another week and since it didn't snow in Mexico, I will be going to work. Just saw the New Orleans Saints win the Superbowl. Good for them.
Love,
Jenny en la ciudad
Thursday, February 4, 2010
Six Banderas (a.k.a. Flags)
Dear Blog,
I've got good news--we have internet! We finally got real wireless, so I have a strong signal and everything. Let me catch you up on the goings-on in Mexico.
Monday was some sort of holiday here, so we decided to go to Six Flags. That's right, there's a Six Flags here in Mexico City. I must confess that I was a little concerned about the rollercoasters here, but I didn't fall off or get my feet cut off or anything. Of course, the day started off a little rough. We got there early to get a jump on the crowd, so we got in line for the first big rollercoaster. Well, we waited for about an hour. We were two people away from getting on the ride when they tell us it's gonna take another hour cause there is some sort of mechanical issue. As soon as we left to go to another ride, it started to rain and they closed all the rollercoasters! It seemed like it wasn't meant to be. We spent 3 hours at Six Flags before we went on anything. Finally, the sun came out and we were able to go back to first rollercoaster, Superman Returns. It was my favorite of all the rides. It was a classic (meaning no loops, which I am not a big fan of). We bought flash passes and ended up doing 3 big rollers back to back. After all that, I was totally ready to go. We did a couple more rides and went home. I was wiped.
Not much else to report from the land down under (down under the U.S. that is). It's been raining a lot around here. The darker and drearier the day, the better.
I should be writing you more frequently now that I have the net.
Love,
Jenny en la ciudad
I've got good news--we have internet! We finally got real wireless, so I have a strong signal and everything. Let me catch you up on the goings-on in Mexico.
Monday was some sort of holiday here, so we decided to go to Six Flags. That's right, there's a Six Flags here in Mexico City. I must confess that I was a little concerned about the rollercoasters here, but I didn't fall off or get my feet cut off or anything. Of course, the day started off a little rough. We got there early to get a jump on the crowd, so we got in line for the first big rollercoaster. Well, we waited for about an hour. We were two people away from getting on the ride when they tell us it's gonna take another hour cause there is some sort of mechanical issue. As soon as we left to go to another ride, it started to rain and they closed all the rollercoasters! It seemed like it wasn't meant to be. We spent 3 hours at Six Flags before we went on anything. Finally, the sun came out and we were able to go back to first rollercoaster, Superman Returns. It was my favorite of all the rides. It was a classic (meaning no loops, which I am not a big fan of). We bought flash passes and ended up doing 3 big rollers back to back. After all that, I was totally ready to go. We did a couple more rides and went home. I was wiped.
Not much else to report from the land down under (down under the U.S. that is). It's been raining a lot around here. The darker and drearier the day, the better.
I should be writing you more frequently now that I have the net.
Love,
Jenny en la ciudad
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