The First Days

¡Hola a todos! I have arrived in Spain. And I have made my way to Valladolid.

As of now I've been here for about 39 hours. And what a time it has been so far. Well… it's been different and vaguely Spanish. (I don't know why that is). But it has definelty been fun and interesting at all times.

I took a 2 hour and 30 minute bus ride with a cool Floridan (shoutout to Bianca Cancio) who is staying in the same city as me (Valladolid) and also is attending the same school (wow). When we got off the bus I was picked up and have been living the Spanish life since then.

That night I played futból and padel. I accidentally kicked the ball over a very large wall and we have yet to get it back. Oops. Padel was really fun, and for those of you who don't know what padel is but understand what racquetball and tennis are… combine the two in your mind. Then, go look it up. It's awesome. I am pretty okay at padel if I do say so myself. No applause necessary. Thank you.

Tonight I went and hung out with some friends of my friend Miguel Morales. It was a very good time. And then we all went to watch a modern dance show. I think. There was a lot of hip hop dancing. I think. I'm not too sure. Everything but the music was in Spanish.

Also,  just know this America. You obviously make the best movies and music because so far, everything except the commercials have been American made. Like seriously if we sold this stuff, we could have way more things labeled "Made in America".

So far I cannot complain about the food at all. It has been very delicious. I have tried and liked pretty much everything. (Yes, it's true Mom). I ate some very good vegetables (also true). So far so good on Spanish food.

Well, everything is all good here. I am digitally sending hug and kisses (in word form) to everybody in the EEUU…sorry…USA.

XOXO
Un saludo, Miguel

New School (en España)

Well I finally learned what school I will be attending in Valladolid, Spain. Yay!

It is the Colegio Santa Teresa de Jesús. I will be taking the 1st Bachillerato. That is like the first year of post-16 schooling. Ehh so like junior year? I guess? Whatever, we'll see. 

Some of the children in my host family attend this school too, as it is like 400 meters from their flat. (A lap around the track for those of you who are bad at distances).

Un saludo, Miguel

Miguel #2 "Morales"

This summer my family has taken in a boy from Spain, as a sort of foreign exchange, except, well... there is no "exchange" per say. He will not be taking my place in New Mexico as I go to Valladolid. :( Sorry, he's just here for a month.

His name is Miguel Morales Sampedro. (Yes... Sampedro). He is from Valladolid, Spain, and a family friend of my soon-to-be host family in Valladolid. 

We've been dragging "Morales" around New Mexico to show him the sights and teach him about America, as this is his first trip to the States. Although, he speaks excellent English, having been to the UK a few different times before this trip. 

My family is having an awesome time showing him the people, area, and some sports in the US. Here's some pictures. 

Un saludo, Miguel

News on School(s)

So... I'm set to leave on September 8th, which is like 4 weeks, I think, into the American school year, and my mom has talked to the principal at PV. He said that I should come to school for like a few weeks and then "dis-enroll" and then I would be set to go to Spain [as if I needed his permission], and that would be best for my American education.

And, well, let's just say, I'm not thrilled. That means I'm going to be enrolled at two different schools for the same year, in two countries, on two continents, so I guess that's okay?! Well, whatever, at least I'll see some friends before I leave.

Great, extra school, like from August to June in 2015-16. Haha love you Mom.

Un saludo, Miguel

Departure Scheduled

Looks like I'm set to leave on September 8, 2015 from JFK International!

Un saludo, Miguel