Football

Hey everyone..... Today, Saturday 9/13, i woke up fairly late and went to the beach with my roommates and some other friends. We are trying to enjoy the summer weather as much as we can for the next several weeks, as the weather is very similar to Los Angeles. The weather in the winter is not extremely cold, but obviously not beach weather. We have been to the local beach several times, which is about 25 minutes from our flat via metro. The beach is very nice, topless of course, and has an incredibly annoying amount of street vendors. They bother everyone about buying "cola, cola light, and fanta" all day long, so it is not the most relaxing beach.
After the beach I rushed home to change and go to my first Football game (American Soccer). Tonight was the season opener for FC Barcelona, and it was a fantastic experience. A friend named Ryan purchased great seats, and we were behind the goal 15 rows. It was amazing to witness what an integral part of life Football is to Europeans. Anyways.... I am taking the night off and just relaxing. I have been non-stop on the go since I have been here, so it is nice to finally relax.
On a side note, I cannot wait to travel the next few weekends. I am going to the Pyreenes, which is the mountain side of the border between Spain and France. This should be a great experience, and I will be sure to update after the weekend. This week, I plan on starting to work on some school work, and tour around Barcelona. This city is truly amazing, with so much to see/do.
Last note, the food here has been incredibly dissapointing and mediocre. Except for the japonese restaurant i found down the street, it was amazing to have some sushi. I really miss eating at my favorite restaurants, and not dealing with public transportation. The metro system here is faboulous, except for the extreme humidity. It will be fine once the weather cools down, but as for now.... CONSTANT sweat. I miss everyone.... Love my family/friends.... Hope your enjoying the blog, send me some feedback if you want at brandonHfisher@gmail.com
-Brandon