Mom and I were invited over to my friends Javi and Carla's house for a friends and family Christmas Eve. Christmas day in Uruguay is not a very big deal. Most of the big presents are given to the children on the three kings day (Jan 6). In addition, the magic of Christmas comes at … Continue reading A Very Special Christmas Eve
Montevideo
Biking in Montevideo
Biking in Montevideo is an amazing way to see the city and enjoy some fresh Rambla air. It's a fabulous way to get from point A to point B efficiently, especially during rush-hour traffic. There are numerous bike-rental places in the old town where visitors can go and enjoy the advantage of biking around the … Continue reading Biking in Montevideo
Mugging in Montevideo
Montevideo has Pride
Glitter, confetti, rainbows. This must mean one thing...Lisa Frank!...Just kidding...PRIDE WEEKEND! I was curious what pride would be like in this city of progressive political policies. Uruguay legalized same-sex marriage back in 2013. It is one of the few places in South America that celebrates and embraces sexual differences. I was looking forward to seeing … Continue reading Montevideo has Pride
She’s Got A License to Drive!
Before I was about to leave for Uruguay, I realized that my Tennessee license was going to expire on my 30th birthday. So my dad and I headed to the Texas DMV to get a new Texas license. Long story short, the process was way more tedious than we thought, AND I would have had … Continue reading She’s Got A License to Drive!
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
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
Teach Abroad Coyle-Gamero 