Friday 20 January 2012

Bits about barcelona

We had bundles of fun bouncing round Barcelona as part of our back packing break. OK it might be a challenge to put our bags on our back and the word 'break' doesn't give true meaning to our adventure (which didnt begin with 'B')!

Yesterday we went to see a flamingo show (The kids name) - we call it a flamenco show. We all left tapping and clapping. It was excellent. We also went to the beach. It was hot which apparently was not normal for the time of the year, but you didn't hear us complaining. And then 2 hours in a lawyers to do a favour for a friend - I had forgotten how particular lawyers could be. All I wanted was for the lawyer to do a proof of signature for me!

And i have some good photos to share....

A couple of days ago we went to the home of FC Barcelona. Learnt lots about the history which may prove useful in quiz nights in the future. During what seemed the middle of the night we heard large roars and cries outside. It sounded like an angry mob. Didn't realise until the next day that FCB were playing Madrid with a 9.30 kickoff and that FCB had won 2-1. The Spanish are passionate about their football.




The kids were not sure of the best seat for a decent view..



The aquarium was slightly disappointing. Large euros of smallish aquarium but still quite a bit to see. Including this little beauty..



Finally, the beach. I have been given full permission (sort of) to post these photos, but it has been really hard to add an intro comment. So I decided to list them all and let you choose your preferred one....

1. Esther didn't have time to rush out and save her place on the beach with a beach towel
2. Esther was not sure what the kids were up to but she was keeping an eye out for them - perhaps only a squint
3. The holiday had got too much for Esther and she went to the beach for a quiet drink
4. Esther was keen to avoid getting sun burnt so she sun bathed fully clothed
5. And new Zealand thought they had a problem with whales getting beached








Laters
Alex
PS quote 'in the interests of humor I will let you post the photos and comments'. Isn't Esther a star

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