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I took this photo from my balcony yesterday afternoon. It was a sunny day with a light breeze. Earlier, I could see in the distance on the terrace on the left two neighbours sunbathing in swimming trunks. On the terrace next to it, just on the right, other neighbours have a cage with canaries that give a particular sound to my afternoons at home. It´s a friendly sound.

I share with all of you this song by a Latin American songwriter that I really like. Las Transeuntes by Jorge Drexler. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aU9gzRy2dQc

Greetings to all and take care!

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I can see many buildings with thei windows, balconies, and   big  terraces.
In the morning I see people going out on their balconies  to water the plants and doing the lining.
At 8 o’clock, I can see people applauding the health care sector. It’s wornderful to see it!
This is my life from my window.

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Hello everybody!

Today is a beautiful day. I can see the birds and the people walking with their dogs, some just working. My neighborhood is quiet at night and during the day I can see less traffic than usual.

And the song I really like dancing and makes me turn up the volume is Bon Jovi - Livin' On A Prayer

https://youtu.be/lDK9QqIzhwk

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Our balcony!

Now, our balcony is our universe!

Our neighbours are now our family. We share rainy days and sunny days. We are happy when we all applaud doctors, nurses and other people, who help us all in these moments, they must work very hard in these difficult times.

We contemplate and are amazed at the small details in the buildings, houses, balconies. Beautiful spring flowers bloom.

Now, in front of the house, the workers return to work, they are noisy, but we are happy because they can work again. We hope to see you soon. We miss you all.

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These days I've discovered a lot of things on the terrace.
Before I just watered the plants and removed the weeds.
Now I see that there are a multitude of different herbs, that not all are bad, and some become flowers that grow spontanously,
And I can also see animals; snails ladybugs, and birds of different sizes and a variety of colours come.
I've learned to see life through the window .

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From my window, I see some houses with their small gardens. The road is near. I can also see the mountains far. The landscape is green and very quiet.

Nobody is walking. Sometimes one person comes with his dog over the road. Few cars are travelling, I don't hear any noise.
I have a strange feeling and sometimes I’m afraid, but I try to think positively. We have to make a big effort to get over this situation.
I think it is important to do the same routines every day.
In my case; I think it is essential to do the same routines every day. In my case; in the morning: I do gymnastics, I have breakfast; I work in my garden, I do my English homework. After lunch, I watch TV, the news and films of the mystery of Agatha Christie. Before dinner, I walk in my small garden. Before sleeping, I read some novels.
And I always look through the window to see what is happening in the world.
There is a song and a singer that I like very much and I want to share with all of you. My way by Frank Sinatra.

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Hello everybody!. Today is a rainy day. I see from my terrace a little vegetation, the greener grass, other buildings around, all wet. The sky covered by gray clouds. There is silence.There aren´t any people in the streets. Some vehicles circulate from time to time. These are rainy days, these are rainy times. I remember this song "Who´ll stop the rain?" It is from Creedence clearwater revival, and I would like to share it with you. A big hug and courage for everyone!. This is my photo and the video from youtube (to watch it to the end).

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WHO"LL  STOP THE RAIN / CREDENCE CLEAR WATER REVIVAL   SUBTITULADA  INGLES Y ESPAÑOL

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From my terrace I can see other terraces, balconies, two palm trees, and the tops of some other trees. On the balconies and  galeries I see boys and girls dancing  and others  doing exercise.I also hear a musician playing jazz, it is a pleasure to listen to him. Best of all is seeing the sky and the sun.

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From my window I see a garden  in front of my home and other buildings in the background.

There are diferent  trees, palm trees, chairs and benches for seating and also a playground.

In the past, there were always people running, walking or sitting, and children playing. This is what I miss the most, the voices from people and especially children playing around.

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From my window, I see trees like lemon trees, other buildings with balconies and terraces, and the sky. Parents sunbathe and water the plants. Children play. Dogs lie on the floor, sunbathe and play. I also see birds like collared doves and blackbirds, the sun and the rain.
One of my favourite songs is Dancing In The Street by David Bowie and Mick Jagger (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HasaQvHCv4w)

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Days that we will never forget.

From my terrace, today I see the rain falling and the empty streets. What day is it today? We are now entering the fifth week of confinement and I need to feel the rain after the last sunny days. Today I do not see anyone on the balconies or terraces, it is as if the rain, suddenly, has stopped the little activity these days in our streets. Hopefully this rain would also cleanse our lives and eliminate forever that virus that is doing us so much damage.
But it will be one more day, like Groundhog Day...
Thank goodness we will always have music and songs like Ain't no sunshine, by Bill Withers, to help us in these difficult days.

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Bill Withers   Ain't No Sunshine   YouTube

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From my terrace, where I have my little garden, I can see a lot of balconies. It’s the inside of the block. In a quiet evening, the sky is blue and the sun begins to be hidden. It looks as a normal day, but nothing is normal here. We are in the middle of the coronavirus pandemic. The neighbours are confined in theirs flats. In an hour, at the 8 p.m., they will come out at the balconies to applaud workers who take care of our health and welfare. I will applaud from my terrace.

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From my Balcony
On these strange and special days, going out on the balcony is a different experience.

I see the Villa Emilia hotel closed, and its great empty terrace, nobody sings, nobody has dinner, so nobody works. l can see many people, people alone, with children, all in the same situation, all waiting for everything to happen and for everything to go well.

I can see someone sunbathing, exercising or looking at the sky, which is now much cleaner, and every day at eight o’clock we go out to clap other people that we don't see from the balcony. However we know that they are working very hard to all of us. We will resist!
Luis Eduardo Aute - Slowly      https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SZHUTu5yxYk

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From a small terrace that I have in my house I can see a large courtyard that I share with my neighbours.  I also see a tall palm tree that with its movement indicates the direction that the wind blows during the day.  Next to the palm tree I see a nice and pleasant greenhouse designed by the Fontserè family.  And in the background I can see the well-known Mapfre Tower that was built in 1992 and is one of the tallest buildings in Catalonia. These days I only see some seagulls flying desperately without understanding what is happening.

I like this song:
Michael Jackson Tribute - Heal The World - Child Prodigy Cover | Maati Baani"
https://youtu.be/h6d6Yo3DwVIp

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From my terrace you can see many balconies and windows. The day is sad and dark. It rains from first time in the morning.

In the street there are only a few people walking with their dogs.

If I look out and look to the left I can see Sants Station. It is lonely and everything is silent.

But curiously, under my flat I see a line of people separated about a meter one from the other. They are waiting to enter the supermarket.

Everything is strange. There are strange things…

Now, a present for you: a song to put a smile on your faces:
Mamma Mia (2008) Meryl Streep
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DUjB9LTtzGg&t=69s

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Mamma Mia! (2008) - Mamma Mia (Here I Go Again) Scene (2/10) | Movieclips

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I can  see many buildings and also a park (Pegaso Park) and a big school. I'm impressed to see the park and the school totally empty.
The best thing is that there is less polution, if the day is sunny I can slightly see the sea.
But the most different for me is the total silence in the street.
One of my favourite songs:
Tears in heaven - Eric Clapton
https://youtu.be/w102U47kvbo

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♥ Tears in Heaven ♥ ~ Lágrimas En El Cielo ~ Eric  Clapton - subtitulada inglés / español

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From my terrace I can see many buildings, with their windows, balconies and terraces.

In the morning, if it's sunny, I see people come out onto their balconies to look at their plants, look at the sky or just breathe the fresh air. That is also what I do.

At night, I see the lights on in the flats and the movement of the people who are confined inside. At 8 o'clock I can't see people who go out onto the balconies or open their windows to applaud health staff, but I can hear them.

When I go out to my terrace I can see the Tibidabo mountain in the distance, and I remember that the weekend before confinement I was there.

When will I be able to go back there?

I like to wake up with this song: What a Wonderful World by Sam Cooke

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R4GLAKEjU4w

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I can see many blocks of flats, a hotel and some terraces. At 8 pm lots of people follow the Clap our Carers campaign and clap their hands together from their balconies and windows to  to thank all doctors, nurses, carers, general practitioners, pharmacists and other NHS staff working hard to help those affected by the coronavirus .
This is my song: Walk out to Winter by Aztec Camera (1983) https://youtu.be/3HXnhXGLEaA

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From my balcony these exceptional days I have the feeling that a new system of life is originating, with greater solidarity among people and better knowledge of the priorities of our day to day.
I have birds that sing in the trees and the sky is more transparent.
I hope to be back soon to be with all of you

My song: Danza Kuduro por Don Omar ft. Lucenzo
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7zp1TbLFPp8&ob

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Met in the summer and walked 'til the fall
And breathless we talked,
it was tongues
Despite what they'll say,
wasn't youth, we hit the truth
Faces of strummer that fell from the wall
But nothing is left where they hung
So sweet and bitter,
what we found
So drink them down and
Walk out to winter,
swear I'll be there
Chill will wake you, high and dry, you'll wonder why
Walk out to winter,
swear I'll be there
Chance is buried just below the blinding snow
You burn in the breadline and ribbons and all
So walk to winter, you won't be late, you always wait
This generation,
the walk to the wall
But I'm not angry, get your gear,
get out of here and
Walk out to winter,
swear I'll be there
Chill will wake you, high and dry, you'll wonder why
Walk out to winter,
swear I'll be there
Chance is buried just below the blinding snow
Walk out to winter,
swear I'll be there
Chill will wake you, high and dry, you'll wonder why
Walk out to winter,
swear I'll be there
You blind, snow blind, this is why, this is why

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I can see from my balcony the building opposite and Casanova Street.

There is very little traffic of cars and people.

Most are drivers transporting merchandise and people walking dogs or going shopping.

At 8 o'clock in the evening people go out to the balconies to applaud the doctors, nurses and health staff in general.

There are also other sectors that should be applauded.

The pollution has decreased and the stars are better seen.

Let's all stay home.

One the my favourite songs:
Long Goodbyes - Camel 1984

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5RJtYjPqmrk

Down by the lake

a warm afternoon

breezes carry children's balloons.

Once upon a time,

not long ago,

she lived in a house by the grove.

And she recalls the day,

when she left home...

Long good-byes,

make me so sad.

I have to leave right now.

And though I hate to go,

I know it's for the better.

Long good-byes,

make me so sad.

Forgive my leaving now.

You know I'll miss you so

and days we spent together.

Long in the day

moon on the rise
she sighs with a smile in her eyes.
In the park,
it's late after all,
she sits and stares at the wall.
And she recalls the day,
when she left home... /A.© Latimer Music

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From my balcony I can see some flats and some balconies too.
In the morning when it's sunny some people go out to hang clothes or take care of the plants.
I can also see people who read.
I still can't see much now because I have scaffolding on my facade.
Also at 8pm lots of people clap their hands together from their balconies and there are also people who play music to thank our carers.

One of my favourite songs:
I want to break free - Queen
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f4Mc-NYPHaQ

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From my balcony these last days I can see the small gardens of the Mistral Avenue that are empty of people and there is no circulation of vehicles; only the authorized vehicles circulate.
Some people walk their dogs, also during the day a long line is formed to go shopping in the supermarket.
In front of the building, you can see people stepping out onto their balconies or windows for some fresh air and looking out into the now unknown street.
Also, as in many cities around the world at 8 o'clock I can see people that go out to their  balconies or opening their windows to applaud the healthcare staff.
We will be able to leave soon and see you again.
The song that i like is because it brings me to emotional moments: Somebody to love, QUEEN
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kijpcUv-b8M

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From my terraceI can see the building where Ferran Adrià cooks and studies the new food elements. This is his laboratory.

I live in Mèxic street near Gran Via avenue.

I can see Spain's square and Las Arenas shopping centre. The building is an old bullring.

There is very little traffic and no people.

At 8 o'clock in the evening, people come out to thank all the medical staff in the balconies or terrace. Many people applaud the doctors, nurses and general staff of the hospital.

In many cities, including Barcelona, there is little pollution because there are a few cars and you can see the stars better.  Let's stay at home.

My song: Sting with Peter Gabriel - They dance alone
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-P9m-3mrflo

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Today the view from my balcony has changed.The wet streets are empty. I can only see open the Bakery opposite and the small Pakistani supermarket on the corner of Gran Via open. The streets were full, but now they're empty.
Like an apparition a boy is walking his dog.
A woman with a shopping cart is heading for the other big supermarket on the opposite side of the street.
The noise of cars and people has given way to silence.The sounds of silence, like the song can be heard.
It's a new setting between melancholia and romantic if it wasn't ..........
Belen de Pedro
One of my favourite songs right now:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bGLHadex0B0

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Simon & Garfunkel | The Sound of Silence | Lyrics

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From my window

Through my window I see Diputacion Street.

Along the street there are tall, green trees.

In summer these trees give us shade and help us to endure the heat.

In front of my terrace there is a big building that occupies the whole street.

On its balconies there are small tables and chairs that fill up with people when the days are sunny.

There are also flowerpots with different colours.

At the end of the street I can see a small part of Collserola and at the top of the mountain the communication tower.

On these days, as there is no noise from traffic or people, we can hear the singing of some birds and the bells of Sant Josep Oriol's church.

Nina Simone  Feeling Good
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D5Y11hwjMNs

Birds flying high you know how I feel
Sun in the sky you know how I feel
Breeze driftin' on by you know how I feel
It's a new dawn
It's a new day
It's a new life
For me
And I'm feeling good
Fish in the sea you know how I feel
River running free you know how I feel
Blossom on the tree you know how I feel
Dragonfly out in the sun you know what I mean, don't you know
Butterflies all havin' fun you know what I mean
Sleep in peace when day is done
That's what I mean
And this old world is a new world
And a bold world
For me
Stars when you shine you know how I feel
Scent of the pine you know how I feel
Oh freedom is mine
And I know how I feel