“The population of Madrid, led astray, has given itself to revolt and murder. French blood has flowed. It demands vengeance. All those arrested in the uprising, arms in hand, will be shot.” French General Joachim Murat, brother-in-law of Napoleon, on May 2nd, 1808. In March of 1808, the city of Madrid began to endure occupation… Read More El 2 de Mayo: A Day for Madrid
“The population of Madrid, led astray, has given itself to revolt and murder. French blood has flowed. It demands vengeance. All those arrested in the uprising, arms in hand, will be shot.” French General Joachim Murat, brother-in-law of Napoleon, on May 2nd, 1808. In March of 1808, the city of Madrid began to endure occupation… Read More El 2 de Mayo: A Day for Madrid
As the weather warms up, and terrazas fill, Madrid is changing with another season. I collected a few photos of past scenes, and added few new ones…Madriz, Madriz….
Often, to work as an assistant to anything is to work under the assumption of indefinite mediocrity. Interns, trainees, newbies in general, all muddle through their jobs with the hope that someday there will be promotion, advancement or at least a more decorated CV. The young helper cannot afford to expend all that untapped intellect and potential (reminders of… Read More The Cukoo’s Nest: My Days in a Spanish Elementary School: Part 1
Casual Notebook 