Checkin-In

Quickly:

I heard CocoRosie on a television commercial for some sort of aloe vera lotion. Crazy.
Makes me wish I had some of their music on me though...none on the laptop. :(

Visiting with Joey at El Cafe de Joey. These people are too good to me. I had my usual croissant and coffee as those items remain about the only things I can order with any degree of confidence.
He plays mostly 60's Motown and soul in here. Perfect.
There is an employee here that seems rather quiet and nervous. I believe one of my many favorite memories on this trip will be the sight of him raising his fist and closing his eyes on the chorus to "(You Don't Know What It's Like) To Love Somebody".

I have always been one to just stare at the traffic of people that pass in front of me- but not like here. I guess I am suffering/enjoying a culture shock that has me very giddy.
It is truly unfortunate that I can't speak the language. I wish I could convey more of these thoughts and feelings to some of these friendly folks.

Enjoyin' my beer and this weather.