Familia

My family in Sevilla consists of me, my roommate Christy, and our host mom Carmen. Christy is from New Mexico and is in her third year at the University of Tulsa in Oklahoma where she is studying English and Spanish. We seem to have a lot in common and I am so excited to get to know her more. Christy and I left the hotel together and arrived at our house/apartment in Barrio (neighborhood) Nervion to be welcomed by Carmen, a petite, elderly woman. We had about an hour to get settled in our small room with a window that looks out over the tree-lined street before we sat down for lunch. After only a few meals, I already love Spanish cuisine. We had arroz con pollo (a rice dish with chicken and spices), fresh baked bread, and salad. After I asked her, Carmen suggested a few local cafes and bakeries for me to try. I want to find a local cafe with outdoor seating where I can study-- someplace I can become a regular. I am excited to get to know the city-- in Spanish, conocerla, which means to become familiar with, to know personally. I already have done some exploring and am getting closer to knowing her more.