So today was my first Sunday at church, which was great. Have had to get used to the very un-English tradition of everyone here saying hola + ciao with a kiss and a hug to absolutely everyone they see... Certainly helps you remember faces, but not necessarily names.
I had lunch today with Danny and Ary Morrison, the pastor and his wife, and their kids today which was great; we had 'completo' which is sort of an advanced hot dog (Dad: take note, you'll love this!) - a frankfurter in a huge bit of bread with onions, mashed up avocado, seasoned tomatoes, mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, and spiced chili flake things if you fancy... So good. Apparently they're the Chilean equivalent of fish and chips.
Then took a trip to the mall, which was huge and shiny and just like something you'd find in the states or the UK... Ary said 'you'd find it hard to believe this is a third world country while you're in here...' Very true.
Saw the beautiful beach as well. Sadly it was not such a nice day today - because the weather here is pretty mild it actually gets really quite cold at night because I suppose the ground doesn't get the chance to retain any of the heat of the day. Still, summer comes in a few months so can't complain!
My energy from yesterday has certainly depleted despite a great night's sleep last night. I think the new information is starting to tire me out now, but enjoying every minute.
Have spoken only about an hour's worth of English in the last 2 days, can already feel my ears adjusting to the accent and the like which is good. I'm starting to feel very excited about getting better at Spanish here. Or Chilean to be more precise as it really is not the same!
Lots of love...
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