A lifetime of encounters with Spain.
Posted in Reflections on Spain on Sep 12th, 2011
When our family founded La Tienda fifteen years ago, Ruth and I imagined we were putting together a cozy mom-and-pop business in our retirement so that we could work together with our sons while sharing our love for Spain. The first days of La Tienda began with our son Jonathan working in our basement every [...]
Posted in Corners of Spain on Mar 1st, 2010
Over the years we have formed bonds with pilgrims from all over the USA. Especially since the College of William & Mary and others in Williamsburg were some of the early movers to establish a gathering and format for fellow pilgrims whose hearts were draw to Santiago and the Camino for reasons best know to themselves.
This kind of bonding has grown with regular gatherings. The next one is 16-23 March at Winter Park Florida. You might find it a remarkably renewing experience. Check out www.americanpilgrims.com.
Posted in Corners of Spain, Fairs, Feasts and Fiestas, Reflections on Spain on May 14th, 2008
Children, with all of their exuberance, are to be enjoyed and treasured within the family and all whom they touch; and a Spaniard’s home is thought of as an extension of his greater family. Perhaps the Jamón Serrano resting on its stand is a symbol of the hospitality that is the essence of the home.
Posted in Reflections on Spain, Tesoros on Jun 14th, 2005
Creating a delicious paella is well within the reach of a regular cook. If you use authentic ingredients to start with, you do not need to be a master chef to prepare something delightful for your friends and family. I know you will have fun experimenting – it can even be a common project, with everyone pitching in to prepare a perfect feast.
Posted in Corners of Spain, Fairs, Feasts and Fiestas, Reflections on Spain on Jul 15th, 2004
As distinct as these two patriotic celebrations may first appear, the essence of each is the same: the affirmation of a common bond. Americans, of a nation of immigrants, experience the unity of a common dream — out of many we are one: e pluribus unum. Spaniards revisit the spiritual roots they hold in common on the feast day of Santiago who led them into battle.
Posted in Reflections on Spain on Jun 11th, 2004
What a joy it is to be a father and see your sons grow strong as they themselves become husbands and fathers. Fathers provide a foundation to their children, whether they are farmers plowing fields, kings governing nations, or regular men teaching their children what they value in life.
Happy Father’s Day, from our family to yours — con un abrazo!
