This past January, I found myself in Spain for the first time. I know Spain is well loved by most who visit, but I didn't really have expectations aside from the hope of some sun. Spain did not disappoint. Not only was there so much sun that I spent every day I was in Malaga at the beach or pool, but oh man...the whole country was incredible. I made friends at restaurants, botanical gardens, and on the street. I ate so much incredible food and became more appreciative of a good bottle of Tempranillo or Verdejo. Sevilla is one of the most beautiful cities I've seen. I went to a circus performance in Barcelona and was one of the lucky patrons who was called into the ring to perform a pantomime (I do not speak much Spanish and I made a huge fool of myself haha). I truly felt like I vacated my life there even though I had been traveling for over a month by the time I made it there. I can't wait to get back to this country and see more of it. Hopefully I can make it to the donkey sanctuary in Malaga another time...