Well, seems Saturdays are my day to post. It really feels like Spring here today...things starting to bloom...people out taking walks and in cafes. I spent the morning going for a run on the ocean right by the house. It's really so lovely here and so nice to be able to walk out your door and see the ocean. Everyone's reaction to Molly living out here is "Why would you EVER live in Estoril!!" But I tell you, one morning sitting in the sun by the ocean and you get it. Yeah, it's a schlep to the city every morning and it's a pain to come back tipsy at night on the train. But, it's worth it all for the amazing sea air and views!
Last night we went again to this cute restaurant/bar/performance space that is perched high above Lisbon with amazing views of the city and the water. Too much wine and not enough food later Molly and I stumbled to the train and made it home having sobered up along the way. Ahhh life!
Today is for hanging around. On my run I found this amazing little cafe that's perched above the ocean on cliffs and tucked in amongst an old fort. It's easy to miss...which makes it so great!!
My days are filled with running around. I start out in the morning with Portuguese classes and usually make it to the library by about 12:30 or 1 pm. Then home in the evening or off to meet Mols some where for um copo de vinho.
Lisbon is just amazingly beautiful...everywhere you look the buildings are like eye candy. Even in all their falling-down-ness the old splendor still comes through. It's a little bit hard to figure out where everything IS...not like Paris or New York where it's all out in front of you. But once you do find places, they are amazing and the people are fun and friendly. For example on our way to the bar last night we were walking up a HUGE hill and saw this amazing old house with an enormous courtyard. Of course I had to snoop around a little bit so I walked in. The entire courtyard was an enormous garden and the building was beautiful. As we looked around more we realized it was actually an art school and all of the huge picture windows were studios. Just amazing!
Well, that's it for now. Think we might try and take a few day trips next weekend to Sintra just outside the city.
Hope everyone is well!
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Dearest Kate,
Totally cool, Sarah says, me too. We miss ya and hope that all is well. We look forward to your pics and stories. We saw Matt for a short visit two nights ago and hopefully he'll grace us with his presence for dinner soon. By the way, congratulations on the arrival of your new niece, Scarlett! Happy Trails Susan and Sarah-Hadley
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