The Posthumous Diary of an Expat: A Spanish Journal

In the spring of 2016, I left my home in the United States to move to Spain. I had always dreamed of living abroad, and I was excited to start a new adventure in a country that I had always loved.

I arrived in Madrid in March, and I quickly fell in love with the city. The people were friendly and welcoming, the food was delicious, and the culture was vibrant and exciting. I found an apartment in the Malasaña neighborhood, and I started exploring my new home.

Spanish Journals - The Posthumous Diary of an Expat: Part One - Integration

by A R Lowe

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I soon realized that living in Spain was not always easy. I had to learn a new language, adjust to a new culture, and make new friends. There were times when I felt lonely and homesick, but I also had some amazing experiences that I will never forget.

I kept a journal during my time in Spain, and I wrote about my experiences, both good and bad. I wrote about the challenges of learning Spanish, the joys of exploring a new city, and the friendships I made along the way.

I am now back in the United States, but I still think about my time in Spain every day. I miss the food, the culture, and the people. I am grateful for the experience of living abroad, and I know that it has changed me for the better.

Here are some excerpts from my journal:

March 8, 2016

I arrived in Madrid today! I am so excited to be here. The city is beautiful, and the people are so friendly. I am staying in an apartment in the Malasaña neighborhood, and I am already starting to feel at home.

April 15, 2016

I am starting to get the hang of Spanish! I can now order food at a restaurant, ask for directions, and make small talk with people. I am still making mistakes, but I am getting better every day.

May 10, 2016

I made some new friends today! I met them at a language exchange event, and we spent the afternoon talking and laughing. I am so glad that I am meeting new people and making connections in Madrid.

June 15, 2016

I am having a hard time adjusting to the Spanish culture. I am used to being more direct, but I am learning that it is important to be more indirect and polite in Spain. I am also getting used to the Spanish way of life, which is more relaxed and santai than in the United States.

July 10, 2016

I am starting to feel more at home in Madrid. I have made some great friends, I am learning more about the Spanish culture, and I am getting better at speaking Spanish. I am so glad that I decided to move to Spain.

August 15, 2016

I am going to the beach for the weekend! I am so excited to spend some time in the sun and sand. I am also looking forward to trying some of the local seafood.

September 15, 2016

I am back from the beach, and I had a great time! The water was warm, the sand was white, and the seafood was delicious. I also met some interesting people, and I learned a lot about Spanish culture.

October 15, 2016

I am starting to think about my future in Spain. I am not sure how long I want to stay, but I know that I want to continue exploring this beautiful country. I am also thinking about getting a job in Spain, so that I can stay here for a longer period of time.

November 15, 2016

I am so grateful for the experience of living in Spain. I have learned so much about myself and about the world. I have made some amazing friends, and I have had some unforgettable experiences. I will never forget my time here.

Living in Spain was one of the best experiences of my life. I learned so much about myself and about the world. I made some amazing friends, and I had some unforgettable experiences. I am so grateful for the opportunity to have lived in Spain, and I will never forget my time there.