Thanksgiving and Lack Thereof

I almost didn't post this because it's a little behind, but the pictures were already loaded, so here we go...

Spain, along with the rest of Europe, does not celebrate Thanksgiving (therefore, Viernes Negro, Black Friday, means nothing here too!) However, since I came with an American study abroad company and I'm studying at a school for foreigners, Thanksgiving managed to weasel its way into Spain for us.  To start out with, our morning Spanish class had a Fiesta!  There was tons of food and snacks, juices, and even champagne for mimosas!  You know when your teacher drinks with you in a morning class that you're just not in America anymore.  

It was Lisa's birthday as well, hence the Spanish Birthday greetings!

My super awesome room-mate, Natalie, and our Thanksgiving outfits!

At night, our study abroad organization took us out to dinner... and surprised us with a full American Thanksgiving spread!  

Barcelona Photos!

I live for the day that I can get personally crafted dresses....

As the pictures above and below depict, please don't drive a Vespa Internationally if you don't already know 1) how to drive a vespa and 2) your way around the city.  Rental places make it seem soooo easy and like such a fun time.  No.  False.  If you drive a vespa in a new place, you could end up on the freeway... illegally... although you will get some fun stories out of it, I would recommend walking ;)

Fashion's Night Out

ALSO, I worked the Fashion's Night Event at West Town Mall (my previous internship was through the mall.)  It was the first event of it's type in Knoxville, to my knowledge, and it was awesome. There was a red carpet, VIP lounge, swag bags, giveaways, free champagne and chocolate, and live models throughout the mall.  Talk about an event. 

As soon as pictures are up I'll be sure to share!

Beach Post!

Well I'm finally back! Here are some snapshots of my week- including many pictures of food. Prepare to be hungry. 

I called this the sebastian sandwhich.  Obviously it was Greg's

Fresh markets for food each day?  Yes, please. 

lunch.  so good. 

What's the beach without a seafood boil?

Duck Donuts.  If you go to the Outer Banks, this should be a definite stop for you!

Creepy crawlers.

mi padre :)

Dolphins!

Scallops, mashed potatoes, and some sort of sauce. Delish.