Gringo Chileno

  • SNOW

    We’re firmly into fall now (Southern hemisphere!). It rained all day yesterday, which means the mountains are gorgeous today. Here’s a view from Santiago. I looked up and then had to reverse-cross the crosswalk to get a better shot. And here’s one on my drive home to Lo Barn.

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  • Entrancing, Tempting Valparaíso

    There’s just something about Valparaíso. It pulsates, vibrates, captivates. A stroll around the narrow streets and steep hills makes you reconsider your place. Even the nerds at UNESCO agree. A common refrain from Chileans around Santiago is that it’s dangerous, but I find that a lazy description. Sure, there’s crime, like most cities. But just…

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