I love book clubs! I was in three different ones back in Nashville. So when Mariel suggested that I start a faculty one at UAS, I jumped on the opportunity to read interesting books and discuss them with my peers from all cultures and walks of life. I chose the satirical book I'm Judging You: The … Continue reading Book Club: I’m Judging You
Author: mscoyleabroad
A little Throttle, A little Choke
It wasn't enough I had to learn temperature, weight, and speed conversions. No big deal subtracting two every time I looked at a clock past noon. (F-you military time!) The United States has screwed me over once again by having automatic cars! I know. I know. Manual DOES exist in the US, but let's be … Continue reading A little Throttle, A little Choke
WANTED: Seventh Grade inhibitions
Dear Gram and Papa
Moving away, I knew there would be events I would have to miss - birthdays, Thanksgivings, anniversaries, etc. However, when I signed up for this I did not anticipate missing my grandparents' memorial. Two days before school let out for summer, my grandfather passed away. He had been sick and miserable for a very long … Continue reading Dear Gram and Papa
Noche De Nostalgia – August 24th
A night of Nostalgia. At first it sounds somber - A longing for the past. A yearning for what has been. But in Uruguay, the night before the recognized Independence Day is one of celebration for nostalgia. It is a celebration of the past decades of music and what once was that brought us to … Continue reading Noche De Nostalgia – August 24th
Just another Parrilla Sunday
One of the great Uruguayan traditions is the parrilla. Translated to barbecue, the parrilla is a large grill filled with delicious cooking meat. And you eat the meat with friends and family. You can have a parrilla at any time, but Sundays are the big days. Most people in Montevideo spend time with their families … Continue reading Just another Parrilla Sunday
I Should have been a Thief
I am so bummed! I mean I feel like a really missed my calling! I should have been a thief. I have learned about some of my very interesting hidden talents since moving to Uruguay. One of which is my inability to be finger printed. Everyday we have to clock in and out of the … Continue reading I Should have been a Thief
Uruguayan Billards
The MVD Mujeres (as the beautiful Ana has coined us) decided to treat ourselves to some good food and some good fun. We went to this restaurant two blocks from my house called La Perdiz. It is one of the delicious staples in Montevideo where you can get the traditional Uruguayan meal - from Asado to … Continue reading Uruguayan Billards
The Wine Experience
The amazing Tavis organizes wine events through the ever fabulous Internations, which brings international people together through community events. This month the Wine Explorers of Montevideo went to a little wine bar in Mercado del Puerto called The Wine Experience. This is an amazing venue! It is well decorated, super open for mingling and conversations, and … Continue reading The Wine Experience
Roller Babes!
So Katie had the brilliant idea to jump on the Montevideo bandwagon and buy some rollerblades. We have this beautiful Rambla and see the roller gangs all the time. It looks like a fabulous workout and fun! Our friend Mariel has a neighbor who is super into the sport. He is a part of a … Continue reading Roller Babes!
Teach Abroad Coyle-Gamero 