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July, 2010

Hasta luego Starbucks

Posted on Jul 28, 2010

The thing that has surprised me most about work is the attitude in the office. Although I have heard that Spaniards are generally much more laid-back about work than Americans, describing the work environment as such does not give it justice. It is true that my co-workers have a much more relaxed work style, yet they are still productive and diligent in getting things done. Desigual truly does combine fun and profit, true to its office motto.

 

Celebrating differences

Posted on Jul 27, 2010

The night before my first day of work, my main concern had nothing to do with my actual job, but rather entailed what to wear to work. Anyone who has worked in teh fashion industry understands exactly what I am referring to, as first impressions based on choice of clothing often precede job qualifications in this field.

Just getting over jet lag...

Posted on Jul 20, 2010

 Some people argue that first impressions are the most important. I would have to disagree. My first impression with Barcelona was less than ideal. Four years ago, my family and I were traveling through Europe on vacation, and we ended our trip by staying in a hotel off of La Rambla for three days before returning home. To be perfectly honest, it was my least favorite part of an otherwise amazing trip.

Hola Barcelona

Posted on Jul 20, 2010

 Countdown to Spain: three days. Currently, I am seated in the back seat of my mother's car with my younger sister, on the way to visit St. Mary's University on the eastern shore of Maryland. My sister and I are four years apart exactly, so she will be entering her senior year of high school as I enter my senior year of college. It amazes me that four years ago, I was in her shoes: knowing that after a busy year full of college visits, applications, and enjoying every last memory with high school friends, I was about to embark on the next big step of my life.