So a week ago, I was invited to spend my day off at myfriends house a bit outside of Santiago. It was definitely an appreciated change from the energetic city pulse. Although the trip only takes about half an hour from the city, I still found myself amazed at the complete noise-free environment. Just bird-singing and a refreshing breeze. My friend Orion and I both work at California, and on our days off he does his best to drag my collapsed body out to do things, like a true champ!
As we arrived at his house, we enjoyed a bit of a mate with his family in their living room before preparing dinner. I was happily surprised to meet the two cats that live with the family, very much so as I miss my cat Zukie back home in Sweden! - After a warm meal of home cooked food, a cup of coffee, and a relaxed moment after dinner, it was announced through the hall that Elevenses was being served!! ..which is actually quite a common tradition in Chile. So there we go, toasts with cheese and ham, cup of tea, or in my case a cup of hot chocolate before retreating to one´s own personal hobby of the evening. We enjoyed a calm evening watching a few movies on the TV!
The backyard of the house offers a good view of the Andes even though the smog clouds most of the peaks. In the summer, the planted tress supply a great variety of fruits and veggies; everything from olives to apples and pears!
I look forward to the next visit; enjoying a good Chilean artisan beer, in a quite afternoon, over a game of chess. Sounds like a good break from work!
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Although I very much enjoy living in the city, I think I will always miss the tranquil atmosphere of the country side.
2 comments:
Qué gusto verte tan pero tan contento. Ojalá este viaje te traiga hasta México amigo!
Un abrazo grande grande :)
jajaja! Me conocés muy bien Cristi!! En el campo es otra cosa, no se como explicar! :P - Te mando un abrazo muuy grande!
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