Hola! Que tal?
Off to an excellent start. Unlike my previous experiences, the teachers in this school plan mini trips in Tlaquepaque, to Guadalajara and Tonalo to tour a museum, historic site or other points of interest.
In my first class today, after tranlating an introduction to a legend, earning a 10+ :-)
we went into the streets of Tlaquepaque. There is a large mural by Diego Rivera on a wall of a building in Calle Juarez which is a fascinating illustration of the Mexico's Revolution with Spain. My teacher, Raul, took me to it and explained it at length. Then we went to several upscale shops - all the while speaking in Spanish.
Carmer my 2nd teacher of the day, took me by car to Guadalajara. We spent 75 minutes in a museum. She explained at length the various panels by Jose Clemente Orozco which illustrates the history of the treatment of indigenous people by the Conquistadores and then later initial Presidents (corrupt) of Mexico. A totally fascinating experience & to my delight I could understand about 85% of what she said without having to ask her to repeat or explain.
For my friends who come to Latin Ameirca to study Spanish, I recommend esta escuela.
Now I'm off to volunteer at the orphanage. Tomorrow morning I take a local bus into Guadalajara to meet my Raul for more sites & conversation!
Hasta luego!
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