My boyfriend is English, so I had to come for the fourth time to visit, this time for our anniversary. England is a particular country, it rains almost all the time, but in the short period of time that it’s not raining, you can admire the landscapes with the omnipresent sun. It certainly looks likeContinue reading “I feel like Pocahontas in England”
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Rondeña
The rondeña is a flamenco palo, included in the group of so-called cantes de Málaga. It has its origin in the Malaga fandango, specifically in the bandolás (a cante from Malaga), of which it is a part. According to some authors, its name comes from the nocturnal rounds that, in the past, the bride andContinue reading “Rondeña”
My origins pt.2
In the last post, I talked a bit about part of my origins, now I’m going to tell you about the rest and the culture with which I grew up. I was born in Venezuela, but my mum is Spanish and my dad Portuguese, and yes, every time I say this everyone says “What aContinue reading “My origins pt.2”
Fandangos
Fandango is a tree with roots that reach across Andalucía and with branches that keep growing. Originally, the fandango was a dance that began to become popular in Andalusia at parties, musical numbers or in theatre tonadillas. That original fandango has little in common with what is known today. He was instrumental and danceable atContinue reading “Fandangos”
Woman
A golden woman doesn’t need someone to make her a trophy. She already is and feels like a trophy, And as we all know, trophies are earned, not given away. She carries fire in her soul, a heart that shoots bullets full of strength and power. She is not afraid of anything or anyone, becauseContinue reading “Woman”
Caracoles
Origin Los Caracoles, are included in the group of Cantiñas (a flamenco style with a 12-beat compás that originated in Cádiz). The Caracoles, have certain musical similarities with other flamenco styles such as: Las Alegrías and Mirabrás. They are a baroque cante, that is to say, with some “ornate” nuances that allow the singer toContinue reading “Caracoles”
Caña
The caña is a flamenco stick, which has historically been considered the most important of them all. Estébanez Calderón, in his Andalusian Scenes called the caña “primitive trunk of Andalusian songs”, and Professor García Matos claimed that it came from an ancient Andalusian song. However, other authors dispute this musical etymology, at least partially, relatingContinue reading “Caña”
Night thoughts with my boyfriend
“Are you busy?” – I asked “No, I am here”- He said “I like to be alone, the feeling of emptiness creates an atmosphere of ideas and of my whole beingI don’t like people in general, in fact being in a crowded group creates me anxiety, all the voices all loud annoys me, I onlyContinue reading “Night thoughts with my boyfriend”
Human delusion
The human being is disappointing, we always talk about how much we are capable of creating and innovating, but it is incredible how all the beautiful things that unite us and must guard our legacies are the first to be destroyed including life and respect for each others. What is the point of war? What’sContinue reading “Human delusion”
Mental Reminder
I tried, it was not enough, No, you don’t understand, How it feels this burning inside, Your dreams chased and crushed after lots of effort, But I will get up again. Even if I am tired, I save the hope I will become who I want to be, not sure when, However, I will fight,Continue reading “Mental Reminder”
Dancing Giglio 