Thursday, September 24, 2009

Oh the joys of internet!

So for the last week and a half or so, my home has been without internet. We have absolutely no idea why, but when the repair guy finally came, he fixed it in about 30 seconds. Anyways, that's why I haven't posted.

On the topic of less than advanced technology, Argentina is a very modern country in some ways, and very ancient in others. Some examples are:

The house keys look like they would open the door to a medevial castle.

Not even the very wealthy people have clothes dryers, or dishwashers. (But they may have a mercedes)

Ford Falcon's are one of the most common cars on the road. But there is also an abundance of brand new Ford and GM vehicles, that do not exist in the U.S. apparently, the most popular car in Argentina is the Chevy Corsa, it is sort of like a Honda Civic. And also, these funny little Ford KD's (I think thats the name, i dont remember) that look like a smart car.

The milk comes in bags.

This morning, I saw the garbage truck. It was a very large wagon, being pulled by a horse down the street.

Well thats all i can think of now, here are some other things i've been doing.

There is a lake very close to the city, about 20 minutes, and many people have lake houses there. There is also a few resteraunts and stores and that sort of thing. Last weekend it was students day, which meant everyone went to the Lake on friday night, and came back Monday. Except me and my brother, we weren't allowed to stay the night, and i think for good reason. It was just a couple hundred houses full of teenagers and beer, and not an adult in sight. This is Argentina.

I also made french toast for my family and they loved it! except syrup dosn't exist, so it was just butter and powdered sugar.

Other than that its all been pretty much the same around here. Until next time!

2 comments:

  1. Wow! The milk comes in a bag? The milk here comes directly from the cow in bottles, bags are much cooler! Hope you're having a lot of fun Chad! The lake sounds great!

    Madison

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  2. chad man, I am a grandfather again. "Mabel Rose" she is home and fine. Born 9/20. Enoy the blog, very cool.

    Uncle Jeff

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