Pig Head

So, last night we, Ana and I, went to the grocery store. I really didn´t need anything, I just like to go once in a while. It is fun to see what I might find. I still laugh to myself about the horse shoes whenever I see them at the end of the freezer aisle, or wherever they are conveniently located. This is a cowboy town...lots of Panchos, boots, and hats, of course Huaso style.

Last week I was walking home from school and I saw this man standing on top of a big wagon, holding the reins of the horse that was pulling it. No, this isn´t a normal everyday occurance. My first thought was, hey, are you going to Oregon? But, as I watched him ride on by, he looked more like he was racing an oversized chariot. Ha.

Anwyay, while we were in the store, Ana asked me if I needed anything. One thing about Chileans...they don´t stop asking you if you need something. Like a cup of coffee. I swear I am asked if I would like a cup of coffee or tea every five minutes some days. So, as we were in the store, I decided I might like some juice. So, I find some juice and have it in my hands. Ana looks at me and points to the cart, as to let me know I need to put it in the cart. I looked at her and said, oh no, I can buy this. She says, Jami, I will pay for it. Then she reaches for the juices and we start a friendly tug of war. I jokingly say, now don´t be starting a scene in the middle of the grocery store, as we continue to pull it back and forth. I look at her and say, how do you stay stubborn again? She answers quickly, You! Ha ha...Porfiada, I believe is the term, if I am hearing it correctly. She likes to continually remind me how stubborn I am.

So, we are walking around talking about buying some cheese and right as we are talking about it I catch a glimpse of three pig´s heads in the meat counter! When I say heads, I mean heads! The whole head, complete with eye balls and teeth, even a few whiskers! Aye! I asked Ana, do people really buy those? Can I help you mam? Yes, I would like one pig head, about a 10 lbér if you have it. She wasn´t sure what people would by them for, so she asked the guy behind the counter. I guess they use them for Cheese....which made me wonder if I really wanted to have some cheese for a sandwich.

Gosh, just a reminder to eat and not ask what things are. I had to do that when we had sea food at Pichilemu. I ate a sea urchin...it wasn´t bad...but, it was hard to get passed the appearance.

Alright...I need to head on out! I have an after school class today. It is with 1st graders, which is what they call 9th graders here. 1-8 is basico and secondary, colegio, medio, is 1-4. So, you would say first medio (9th), second medio (10h), third medio (11th), forth medio (12th). I work with Medio. Everyday is a different schedule and, for the most part, a different class. I will give a better school run down when I get the chance, as I know I have been giving a little here and a little there.

Alright...ciao!

jami