I'm also very happy with the location that I've chosen to live, right next to the cathedral, because it puts me right in the centre of things, and I like how alive the area feels. Every day I hear the "clip-clop" of the horses going past, and the sounds of people walking in the street. Most mornings I grab a quick espresso or ensaimada from the cafe below my apartment, which is something I couldn't do back in Canada. I had to walk much further to the nearest cafe back home. They are putting up Christmas lights right in front of our window, too, which is very exciting. I think it is going to be very beautiful once Christmas rolls around.
One of my favourite things to do so far is go out with my roommate and his friends for tapas and drinks. It is very different for me to eat so late in the evening, but it is also fun that I can have siestas from 7 to 10 in the evening, and wake up at the perfect time to start going out. For someone who loves to nap, Spain is heaven. :)
This weekend I am hoping to go to the castle since it is free on Sundays. It is a long weekend this weekend, but I still have my Castellano classes, so I can't go too far. There might be a halloween party as well on October 31, but I don't know what to expect compared to North America. I'll let you know, though!
