Tag Archives: Patagonia

Reading English, Hearing Spanish 2


Chapter 2:  Into Patagonia Tuesday, February 9 I slept very lightly, waking up at 4am when asked to move out of my seat and take my proper place next to a lovely, young mum and her baby daughter.  I had … Continue reading

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Reading English, Hearing Spanish 4


Chapter 4:  A Welsh celebration Monday, February 22 Almost three weeks into my travels and I still hadn’t tasted mate, the herbal tea tradition of Argentina.  It was something to look forward to as I bade farewell to El Calafate … Continue reading

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Reading English, Hearing Spanish 5


Chapter 5: El Bolson Tuesday, March 2 A short stroll into town drew me towards a fine-looking guitar shop on Avenida Sarmiento.  I tried out several instruments but the Fonseca guitar had a lovely tone and hold.  A Hawaiian guy … Continue reading

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