Who hasn’t known a sarcastic friend or co-worker at some point in your life? 



Enjoy friends!

Signed E

I’ve never really been one to keep current on fútbol (soccer).  However, this year was a little different for me.  Not sure if there was just nothing else on the tube, but I was keeping  a closer look on my favoite teams.  I’ve always rooted for  Brazil and Spain. 

Here in the US, we aren’t quite as extreme as other countries.  I remember hearing of many riots in other countries after their teams were sent packing.  It amazed me that people would be so upset that they would cause public damage and harm to those in their way. 

However, those who win, play hard afterwards.  This year, when Spain won the World Cup in South Africa, it seemed like the country partied for weeks.  It was so great to see a country gather and celebrate together. 

Have you had any experiences with this sort of thing?  I love to hear from you!

E

I loved the descriptions in this week’s newsletter.  Ensenada, Mexico sounds beautiful.  I have never been there, but now, I just might put that on my list of places to visit.  Horseback riding on the beach, a warm climate and someone special to share it with sounds like heaven.

Have any of you been to Ensenada, Mexico?  If so, what did you like most?

I’d love to hear about your experiences.

E

This weeks topic is on more hand gestures used in Latin America.  Now the gesture that we are talking about today is one of those that I just can’t get the hang of.  My husband spent some time in Brazil and he is very good at this.

Bring your thumb and middle finger together at the tips.  Make sure the index finger is loosy goosy.  Throw your hand in a downward motion and quickly back up again as if you were cracking a whip.  You should hear and feel your index finger snap again the middle finger.  I’ve spent a considerable amount of time praticing and still have been unsuccessful.  I can only imagine what others who might peep in on my practice session is thinking.  Needless to say, I had to abandon my efforts.  I’m pretty sure my wrist will be sore for the next couple of days.   I guess I’ll need to find another way to express getting in trouble or ándale (as Speedy Gonzales used to say).

If you want to try this gesture out, watch the video below.  Hopefully this helps you out. This kid gets a little fancy but I think you get the idea.