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Brian and Shannon’s adventures

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Month: March, 2009

Snow Days in the Albayzin - Shannon

28 March, 2009 (00:55) | Granada, Random, Spain | No comments

I remember snow days growing up in Denver, Colorado with a nostalgia bordering on romanticism. I remember awaking in the morning and first noticing the absolute and almost deafening silence that a few feet of snow brings. Out my second story window I’d see tree branches wilting to the ground under the weight [...]

You’ll Poke Yer Eye Out - Shannon

25 March, 2009 (01:06) | Spain | No comments

Brian’s just too tall for Madrid, Granada, and probably most of España. The poor man is continually whacking his head on all manner of awnings, street lights, hanging plants, flags, and of course, most often, cross walk lights. I honestly don’t remember how low these things hang in the US but I don’t [...]

Local Recommendations for Tapas in Granada - Shannon

9 March, 2009 (02:58) | Granada, Spain, Travel | 2 comments

Eating your way through tapa bars in Granada is one way to really experience what life is like in this town. Hit it right and you’ll find the locals laughing, smiling, and really loving life. You’ll be pleasantly sated yourself and all for less than a dinner out in the US or even [...]

Wax Jesus Feet - Shannon

6 March, 2009 (11:55) | Travel | No comments

A few weeks ago wandering around the neighborhoods of Oporto, Portugal we came upon a store selling all manner of religious paraphernalia and artifacts.  Among other things, wax feet and heads were for sale.  While we recognized much of what was for sale there I couldn’t figure out At All what you do with the [...]