Rain rain rain. Sevilla is getting more rain that it has in 60 years. Jackie and I already have a hard time getting out of bed and hearing rain in the morning definitely does not help our situation. It's been a bit frustrating because 1) walking 30 minutes in the rain is not my favorite thing 2) I did not pack for rain whatsoever, in fact I'm realizing I packed with the firm belief it would never be cold and 3) I haven't beeen able to explore the city as much as I would like. But I hear things should calm down soon. I went to the Andalucian town of Cordoba this past Saturday with my school and we were blessed with a beautiful day. Cordoba has a very famous mosque that is also a cathedral (I could explain but I'm not sure I understood our guide completely) and it was AMAZING. It reminded me of when I first walked into Westminster Abbey and had to catch my breath. Such detail in the architecture and design blows me away.

Jackie and I also had the opportunity to see a flamenco performance. It included two guitarists (absolutely incredible, I've never seen fingers move so quickly), a man who sang a few songs, a male flamenco dancer and a woman flamenco dancer who danced separately. I happened to see it advertised in the local paper and when I saw the word "gratis" (free) I knew it was meant to be. We ended up taking the bus to a beautiful old building that has a gorgeous little chapel, which was where the performance was held. Ah it was wonderful. The dancers were incredible. So passionate. It was a great night, it felt like a very Sevillano thing to do.

Spain is such a fun place. The other night some friends and I went out to some bars and discotecas and met a bunch of spainards. It feels so easy to meet people here. I'm sure the fact that we're American helps spark interest in conversation, but we've met some of the nicest, funniest people. I couldn't believe it because we went out last night and I figured the bar would be empty because it was a Wednesday but it was absolutely packed!! And most of the people I talked to told me they had to work or go to school the next morning. I really don't know how they do it.

This weekend my family and I will be going to their summer home in a town called Arcos. Jackie went last weekend while I was in Cordoba and she says it's lovely. We have a three day weekend because Monday is the Dia de Andalucia. Right now we're also in the process of planning our spring break. We want to start in Barcelona, travel around in the north of Spain and end up in Bilbao. Ryanair is not functioning for us though. Quite frustrating. Nonetheless we will get there! Can't wait....