Looks like a triffid but this is actually part of the Vertical Garden at La CaixaForum
After trying to purchase a new pay as you go phone from the larger stores in Madrid and failing spectacularly, I decided to shop local last night. There is in fact a tiny Vodaphone store in my area and it is a slice of retail heaven. I wandered in at 8.20pm and was out of the door in 20 minutes with the perfect, cheapest little phone. It was exactly 19 euros and it is a Samsung so I can easily navigate it. The Spanish girls in the store were delightful and enjoyed dealing with the English lady! They even gave me a red Vodaphone sock to put my new baby in. So thank you Angelica for being such a star and don't worry, if I have any problems I will be back!
Now I have a Spanish number I can really get started on advertising for private students. This is going to be interesting. I have to get my head round where to promote myself and when and where to hold lessons. I am also actively promoting my publishing skills and I am optimistic that some work will come that way as there must be lots of proof reading required!
It is not easy to stay positive but I keep at it and stay living in the present moment as far as I can. I remind myself that being here is what I have wanted for a long time. I can't explain why Madrid called me and no other city. Something to do with the climate and the people - plus the art and cultural life. It is a great city!
Now I have a Spanish number I can really get started on advertising for private students. This is going to be interesting. I have to get my head round where to promote myself and when and where to hold lessons. I am also actively promoting my publishing skills and I am optimistic that some work will come that way as there must be lots of proof reading required!
It is not easy to stay positive but I keep at it and stay living in the present moment as far as I can. I remind myself that being here is what I have wanted for a long time. I can't explain why Madrid called me and no other city. Something to do with the climate and the people - plus the art and cultural life. It is a great city!
