The Araucania Tree

The Araucania Tree
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Monday, May 3, 2010

Spinning in Chile

I decided to take my Spanish to the next level and attempt an aerobic class here, well actually not an aerobic class, a Spinning class. Clearly I feel lost not working in a gym and needed to revisit that chapter of my life, unfortunately they don't sell protein shakes at this gym so I am having a rough time getting sufficient amounts of powdered protein, dang.
The class was hilarious, the instructor had no idea what to do with a gringa (the polite term used to describe English speakers here) and so he just kept coming right up to me and yelling in my face. I laughed pretty hard, sweated, remembered why I like group fitness classes, and sang my heart out to Cher. I was the only one in the room who understood the lyrics and yes I do believe in life after love, thank you very much Cher.
I thoroughly enjoyed myself and believe that during those classes will be the only times I am warm in this city since they do not believe in central heating.
Also, does anyone know what a widget is? I feel left out of the 21st century because it baffles me.

1 comment:

  1. Here's the link to Wikipedia's definition of Widget, and there are several meanings.

    http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Widget

    It's not even listed in the pocket dictionary in my office. Hope you are having a good day.

    I love you,
    Mom

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