I have a sedentary job. I always have. It got worse during the pandemic because I felt that the proof of my productivity on the job was to respond to Teams messages immediately…. At home I usually walk or hike and do yoga. So I tried to do both here in Chile…
Fifty percent of the reason I’m here is to meet people with whom I can practice speaking Spanish. And I have! And I’ve met interesting and charming English speakers as well. It takes a lot of effort. And often I’m astounded it works.
On occasion, when I have traveled like I am now, staying in one place for an extended period, I’ve found myself drawn to the same couple of haunts over and over. The people there start to recognize me…
Importantly, I AM navigating this little town. I’ve even been to a neighboring city twice! But it is definitely not by knowing how to do it. So far, I credit pure dumb luck. DAY 1…