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Hola.

So, I’ve made it to Spain. I haven’t really slept since I woke up Tuesday morning at 9am, so I’m sure that this won’t be the most eloquent post I’ve ever written. I feel considerably better than expected, though I might just be lying to myself. 

I managed to navigate through the Heathrow and Madrid airports with relatively few snags, save, perhaps for Madrid airport’s pictographic signs, which, frankly, are not deciphered with ease when jet lagged. I managed to befriend several other study abroad students on my flights, and, for the most part, avoided befriending several strange, inappropriately friendly men (so, it’s begun).

I’d love to describe Madrid, where I am currently located, but will do it more justice after a good night of sleep. I will, however, let you know that I have never seen such well-attired dogs in my life. So far there’s been a variety of bows, ribbons, sweaters, and even a full denim jumpsuit. I was a bit taken aback to see a woman walking three small dogs donning bows and ensembles, each in their respective color. I must admit, there’s a distinct unnaturalness to coordinating your outfits with your dogs. Admittedly, I find most of these dogs’ dresses to be atrocious and usually unnecessary.

I hope to be more engaging next time I write. By that I mean, I hope to be more capable of thinking of the words I’m looking to use and recalling the descriptions I had intended to write.

All for now.

Love,

Natalie