Category Archives: My Life

Friends in Madrid – day 3

Posted on September 1, 2011 by erinparker75

Retiro again! But this time, there is sun. The following conversation took place between Lana and a seemingly “unknown” bystander: Man: Oh, hello there. How are you? Lana: (a bit bewildered) good… Man: how have things been? Lana: I’m sorry, … Continue reading →

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Friends in Madrid – day one

Posted on August 23, 2011 by erinparker75

It’s really cool when you have friends in Texas, and then they move to Spain, and then you move to Spain, and then you get to meet up in another country and play in each other’s cities! Life is so … Continue reading →

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Rios Rosas is the Best Barrio in Madrid – FACT

Posted on August 18, 2011 by erinparker75

It’s funny what life will give you when you finally decide to stop feeling sorry for yourself and actually do something to activate happiness in your life. Like, an actual activation. Making moves. Being demanding about it. Not accepting no … Continue reading →

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Moving up in Madrid

Posted on August 16, 2011 by erinparker75

So I’ve decided to move out. After much deliberation and one too many fried fish sticks for dinner, this girl has decided to jump ship. I’m leaving these [Hail] Mary’s behind. This in large part has to do with the … Continue reading →

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My Road

Posted on July 8, 2011 by erinparker75

source It has been said that great seeds of creativity and transformation are born from intense emotional upheaval. It’s in the darkest hour that growth is taking place, even if we can’t see it at all. Moving through the sludge … Continue reading →

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Lionel Richie

Posted on June 23, 2011 by erinparker75
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Lonche

Posted on June 21, 2011 by erinparker75

Sometimes it’s the little things. Like, when all you eat every single day is fried food and carbs, and a sweet friend invites you over for an amazing home-cooked lunch. No fried food or refined carbs in sight. Does anyone … Continue reading →

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random things Madrileño style

Posted on June 20, 2011 by erinparker75

I’ve never been a big fan of paella. Because the key to a good paella lies all within the lemon. Lemon, folks! Citrus brings so much depth and flavor out of many dishes, why is it never served with paella … Continue reading →

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Awkward Hands

Posted on June 17, 2011 by erinparker75

Take my hand. It’s my strong hand.  

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Cheyne Stepanski Photography

Posted on June 13, 2011 by erinparker75

Pardon me, but I just have to brag a bit on the talents of my bestie and one of my most favorite people in the entire world – the amazing and talented photographer, Cheyne Stepanski, ladies and gentlemen! He lives … Continue reading →

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