Hi everyone…
Name’s Rui, 23 yrs old. moved to Madrid about 5 months ago from California where i grew up, although i’m originally Portuguese. Came to Europe for a fresh start and new opportunities, although u guys can imagine just how nicely that’s worked out thanks to the current economic situation here in Spain. My eventual goal is to move to London, which i love, although right now i’m just trying to get financially settled, maybe attend university, who knows…
I have to say that Madrid is not exactly what i envisioned. Well, the city itself is whatever, but the people on the other hand… Different story. What i miss most about California is the cultural-melting-pot atmosphere… Oh, and actually getting real customer service when i walk into a store/restaurant. I moved here with a friend who was completing her degree but she’s now finished and has returned home. To be honest, i’m really just quite lonely, and working as a private English tutor an hour or two a day, with kids and teenagers, plus looking for a job everywhere else, i haven’t had time to meet many people and make friends.
I’d be interested in getting to know other English-speaking expats, just regular people to grab a coffee with or go out on the weekends. If anyone’s feeling friendly, PM me! I’m the nicest person i know in Madrid, so i think i’d make a cool friend =P lol
