un viejo verde = a sketchy old man
They are everywhere. And girls aren't the only ones who have to watch out for them!
A couple weeks ago, a few friends and I went out for the first time in Triana, my barrio (neighborhood). We went to a bar and got a few beers. So, after I ordered, we stood by the bar and this old man who was sitting there eating peanuts grabbed my arm. I looked at him, and he said, in Spanish:
"You! You're from around here, not like your friends!" -spits peanuts at me-
"No..."
"Then where are you from? Madrid?" -more peanuts-
"No, the United States"
"But you look so Spanish!" -even more cacahuetes-
"Thanks..."
Then I walked away.
20 minutes later, he walked up to us again, and we had the same exact conversation. Then he began to tell me how pretty my friend was and other stuff I did not really understand. One peanut shower and many awkward laughs later, we left.
I guess I do look sort of Spanish. I am short and dark-haired, after all. Wait until they see me with my long hair. But I don't know...You'd think my big Jew Nose would give me away! A lot of Spaniards mistake me for a native. I get stopped on the street by people wanting directions twice a day, and they always look surprised when I talk to them like a three year old. Some talk to me in English, but I just ignore them and pursue in Spanish.
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BRYAN! There is so much hilarity in this. First, the man spitting peanuts at you. I can just imagine your face while that was happening. Additionally, remember when you got drunk before formal and were so excited you looked Spanish (Mexican? <-- can't remember...). (lol @ big Jew nose). Also, I just love that you ignore them and continue in Spanish... so stubborn ;).
ResponderEliminarThanks for stealing my link inclusion idea. PLAGIARIZER JERK.
ResponderEliminarHowever, I agree with Tim. I laughed aloud at the man, who probs just wanted to be your hip friend and have you show him the hot new tunes.
Or your boyfriend. WEVS