About a family’s life in southern Spain (Andalucia) and integration into local culture after moving to Jerez de la Frontera–the land of Sherry, flamenco and dancing horses–for a family gap “year” that has now turned into 4 years and counting.
AndalUSAns! 😊 Check out a cool pictogram below of "The United States of AndalUSA: proud land of the siesta, tapas, flamenco and chiringuitos. We export the joy of good living!" OK, we're a few days late in posting, but hey. . . life with kids.... So, (belated) Happy Andalucia Day/Feliz Dia de Andalucia (28 February … Continue reading What do you call American expats living in Andalusia, Spain?
#familyfuntime audio and video recording a Rumba Flamenca version of "Joy to the World" in the style of Zambombas de Jerez.
The temperature has finally dropped to an Andalusian wintry chill and the arrival of Christmas is marked by the festive Zambombas, beginning in late November! Now, what exactly are Zambombas? They are traditional Christmas carols (Villancicos) sung in groups, usually in neighborhood gatherings, and in Jerezano style; that is, with festive flamenco flair... and perhaps, … Continue reading Here come the Zambombas in Jerez de la Frontera… Ven, ven ven!
I had been meaning to write about flamenco and share some experiences that may help you navigate through the dizzying number of shows and activities during the Festival de Jerez 2018 (23 February to 10 March). . . but you know, two kids and life have a way of getting ahead of everything else. Then, … Continue reading Dedicated to Women: Saeta en la Iglesia de San Miguel, Jerez (International Women’s Day 2018)
We are free electrons family -- a traveling, semi-nomadic, roaming family. And this is about our little family's search for a happier life. So, we finally did move to Spain from the United States. How did we do it? We'll write all about it here. Ok, OK! We are not exactly like the electrically charged … Continue reading Quit the job, clear out the house, move to another country and live your dreams! . . . But wait, wait! What about the kids?
Everybody knows how precious time is. It is truly "the currency of life". "But unlike money, you can't make more. You can, however, maximize each and every second you spend." I chanced upon the above title and quote from (lifehack.org) after searching for the benefits of Twitter. (And NO, this blog is NOT sponsored by … Continue reading TIME. The currency of life.
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