tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2367834014770669778.post933032824595085871..comments2024-02-06T15:08:22.613+01:00Comments on Mitchell is Moving: Still in the Dark and Making FacesMoving with Mitchellhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12954028272162285597noreply@blogger.comBlogger14125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2367834014770669778.post-77185997215187076232011-08-20T09:00:16.119+02:002011-08-20T09:00:16.119+02:00Travis:
No bribes and no indication of that expect...Travis:<br />No bribes and no indication of that expectation. (The hotel maid wouldn't even accept a tip the other day when we asked her to clean our room off-schedule.)Moving with Mitchellhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12954028272162285597noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2367834014770669778.post-80540230070946319242011-08-20T08:55:46.269+02:002011-08-20T08:55:46.269+02:00Walt the Fourth:
Yes, everything definitely slows ...Walt the Fourth:<br />Yes, everything definitely slows down here in summer. Especially August. Lots of places closed for vacation. Shorter hours. But we're still trying to have a good one.Moving with Mitchellhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12954028272162285597noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2367834014770669778.post-14436918527454692802011-08-20T08:25:52.328+02:002011-08-20T08:25:52.328+02:00Are you maneuvering your way through these install...Are you maneuvering your way through these installs with or without bribes?Travishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10412791502458194037noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2367834014770669778.post-42165951622116768842011-08-20T07:55:02.819+02:002011-08-20T07:55:02.819+02:00Well, it is the middle of August. Things slow way ...Well, it is the middle of August. Things slow way down in summer time. At least in France. Maybe in Spain, too?<br /><br />Or maybe it's "because of you." LOL<br /><br />Here's hoping the "luz" gets turned on sooner rather than later. You guys need to get into your place!<br /><br />Have a good one! (I, too, always wondered, a good what?)wcshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00551283829616757577noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2367834014770669778.post-33559382822976404292011-08-19T20:00:02.456+02:002011-08-19T20:00:02.456+02:00David:
It's already worth it. Happy day to yo...David:<br />It's already worth it. Happy day to you, too!Moving with Mitchellhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12954028272162285597noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2367834014770669778.post-17802553726855691232011-08-19T19:39:07.384+02:002011-08-19T19:39:07.384+02:00sounds like much red tape, but it will all be wort...sounds like much red tape, but it will all be worth it in the end...n0?<br /><br />happy day my friendAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2367834014770669778.post-6105720240077647282011-08-19T19:09:49.370+02:002011-08-19T19:09:49.370+02:00Scott:
I've been having a mojito every night. ...Scott:<br />I've been having a mojito every night. Missed last night and I am overdue. Our anniversary was wonderful just being together. We realize that every moment is a celebration, especially given this big adventure. Thanks!Moving with Mitchellhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12954028272162285597noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2367834014770669778.post-63194438172662017562011-08-19T18:57:52.364+02:002011-08-19T18:57:52.364+02:00Mitch,
I may need a drink after reading your post...Mitch, <br />I may need a drink after reading your post. Even I am tired and it's only 10 a.m. here in LA. Glad to see you back. I hope you and Jerry had a wonderful Anniversary celebration.<br /><br />Scott<br />www.travelwithscott.comScott W. Lehmannhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07033871150973613009noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2367834014770669778.post-82374182944161887322011-08-19T18:53:47.402+02:002011-08-19T18:53:47.402+02:00Bob:
You are so right. I will behave.Bob:<br />You are so right. I will behave.Moving with Mitchellhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12954028272162285597noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2367834014770669778.post-90063837311510063402011-08-19T18:50:10.219+02:002011-08-19T18:50:10.219+02:00It's probably best to politely say Thanks in S...It's probably best to politely say Thanks in Spanish and keep that frozen smile on your face.<br /><br />When la luz in on, you will have nothing about which to grimace. Hopefully!Bobhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15302478126147924237noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2367834014770669778.post-38218178236802663252011-08-19T18:43:56.323+02:002011-08-19T18:43:56.323+02:00Peter:
I'll have to learn about those sculptur...Peter:<br />I'll have to learn about those sculptures once we're settled. As for Esther, I think she's doing the best she can. We'll see what happens Monday WHEN we have luz.<br /><br />Craig:<br />My toys are still on their way from California (via England)... and we have no idea when they'll be here... or I'm sure I would be throwing them out of the pram.<br /><br />Writer:<br />We came here knowing we needed to change our expectations. Mostly, it works. I never could pull off that Mona Lisa smile -- especially not at work. I admire you for managing to get by with just an eye-roll.Moving with Mitchellhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12954028272162285597noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2367834014770669778.post-29673878146687299682011-08-19T18:39:00.707+02:002011-08-19T18:39:00.707+02:00From everything I've read about American's...From everything I've read about American's moving to Europe, it seems we are very accustomed to quick U.S. efficiency, while Europe is as laid back as a hippie at 4:20.<br /><br />As for faces, I put my Mona Lisa face on daily for work, but sometimes I can't help but to roll my eyes.<br /><br />Hopefully this will all be fixed soon. :)Writerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00445128608422429761noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2367834014770669778.post-11541835675316185992011-08-19T17:53:00.124+02:002011-08-19T17:53:00.124+02:00You have the patience of one of those saints:) I t...You have the patience of one of those saints:) I think I'd have had a tantrum or two by now and thrown my toys out of the pram. It must be getting old and I admire your "take it as it comes" attitude. Lets hope Esther comes through for you in return for all those language skills she has acquired!Craighttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14034726832462755283noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2367834014770669778.post-19285876520293066202011-08-19T17:41:45.128+02:002011-08-19T17:41:45.128+02:00The faces on the Cathedral normally mean nothing, ...The faces on the Cathedral normally mean nothing, it's the attire or the objects, even pets, that tell the story. <br /><br />Hope you have 'luz' soon. [Are you sure Ester is doing her best, as is the lawyer, or are the after something else... one for free English lessons the other for a funny face. ;)Peterhttp://tippinthescales.wordpress.com/noreply@blogger.com