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Experiencing the World Cup in Madrid

Posted on July 21, 2010 at 8:46pm Madrid / 2:46pm Cincinnati by Jay Larbes

As I'm sure you all know, Kelly and I had the fortunate timing of moving to Madrid, Spain right as Spain was in the middle of its run to winning its first ever World Cup. And as you'd expect, I jumped right into the mix, cheering on Spain. I absolutely reveled in the experience. Wow, how much fun it was to watch the matches with the locals and partake in the cheering, singing and celebrating. We arrived in [...]

Posted in Life, Madrid, Spain, Sport | 1 Comment »

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First week in Madrid – the good stuff

Posted on July 18, 2010 at 11:28pm Madrid / 5:28pm Cincinnati by Kelly Larbes

As expected, our first couple weeks in Madrid have been a whirlwind. It's inconceivable how much there is to do when you move to a new country. Sometimes I feel like I am running around like a chicken with my head cut off. Through all of the stressful challenges though, we have certainly taken the time to have fun and appreciate some of the good stuff Madrid has to offer. [...]

Posted in Life, Madrid, Spain | 4 Comments »

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Goodbye Split, Croatia

Posted on July 5, 2010 at 9:39pm Madrid / 3:39pm Cincinnati by Kelly Larbes

As I write this I am sitting in Milan's airport waiting to board our plane to Madrid. One flight down and one to go. I'm too tired to really know how I feel about leaving Split and making Madrid our new home. Right now I am just worried about making it on the plane with our slightly over-sized and overweight carry-ons without anyone stopping us to make us check them instead. [...]

Posted in Croatia, Life, Madrid, Spain, Split, Trips | 12 Comments »

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We Are Moving To Spain

Posted on June 13, 2010 at 6:02pm Madrid / 12:02pm Cincinnati by Kelly Larbes

We are moving to Spain. We are moving to Madrid, Spain in July. It just seems crazy to say. I've wanted to live in Spain and to work for a talented innovation and design consultancy for a number of years now. I am so excited that I get to do both! And I know I am super lucky to have a wonderful husband who is enthusiastic for another new adventure. [...]

Posted in Life, Madrid, Spain | 10 Comments »