As of this weekend, I have reached the 6 week mark of living in Buenos Aires.
When I used to go to Camp Ramah, we alway semi-seriously joked about "the 6-week slump," that point where just after six weeks, you start to get a little antsy with what you've been doing.
When you arrive in a new place, EVERYTHING new that you try is exciting, but you know that you can pace yourself (at least for this trip), because there are six long months ahead. But slowly, your life starts to take on a routine- when you are a student, the routine is inevitable. Classes during the week, out with friends on the weekend. Classes during the week, out with friends on the weekend. However- in a city like BA, a cultural MECCA, it feels sinful to go on with life ignoring the off-the-tourist-track gems that make this city live up its its reputation. My problem, however, was finding these gems! They stay off the beaten track for a reason!
Last night, my friend invited me a local concert in a cafe about 10 blocks from my house. The music was AMAZING and the atmosphere was so authentic- 4 americans and a whole room full of porteños. It was exactly the type of experience that I had been seeking since I arrived! The art/music scene in this city is so rich, tapping into it is absolutely necessary.
So, i asked my friend how she happened upon this little concert. And she mentioned a KEY website www.whatsupbuenosaires.com to finding all things amazing going on in this city.
So long six week slump! Lets get ready to delve into BA a little further.
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