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A time of sunrise and personal practice✨️

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A time of sunrise and personal practice✨️

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A wonderful experience)A big responsibility!Dance classes with children🤗

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A wonderful experience)A big responsibility!Dance classes with children🤗

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our bus came to pick us up at 3:10 and i was so so tired and really didn’t want to leave. I have met the most amazing people over there and valencia is such a beautiful place, i am so grateful i got the opportunity to experience this. My mam and my little brother got me from the airport and it was so good to see them

both again.

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A very early start on Saturday meant it was time to head home, it was also my birthday which worked out perfectly as I got to reunite with my family. We headed to the airport at 3am and made it home by 8am. It was so sad to say goodbye to my home for the last three weeks but I was mentally ready to go home.

I am so grateful for this amazing opportunity and I can’t wait to share everything i’ve learned with my classmates in Bife. I will always remember this experience and be eternally thankful that I decided to go.

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It was sad to say goodbye to everyone in work today, they were so lovely and gave me presents when I was leaving. I got a big hug from everyone I will miss them when i’m home.

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Tonight I went out for our last night in this beautiful city, we had lovely tapas food. So sad to say goodbye

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On thursday we got to go to an amazing flamenco show, it was so lively and passionate I had never seen anything like it! Afterwards we went out for dinner with everyone from Bife and had a nice meal.

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Today I saw the most beautiful sunrise on my way to work.

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After work on Tuesday, me Ana and Orla made our way to beach because it was such a warm day. The beach was lovely and not very busy, I went for a swim and the water was not too cold.

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On Sunday we spent the day in the Albufera National park seeing the beautiful landscape and going on a very interesting and cold boat trip on the lake, we then had paella for lunch and afterwards some of us walked along the beach before getting the bus back to the city.

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This city is so beautiful you could easily spend the whole day just walking around, people watching and seeing what’s around the next corner. That is exactly what I did this Saturday, I spent almost four hours just walking.

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Valencia has such a vast range of foods, they have amazing tapas, italian and even ramen. That’s what I had for dinner on friday this week it was so nice.

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On Wednesday I got to make a mountain of muffins and decorate them all, it was great to see the whole process from the batter to the glazing.

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On Tuesday I visited the silk museum with Ana and Orla, it was a very interesting experience and I got to learn a lot about the history of the city.

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Today in work I got to decorate the mini pizzas and they showed me how to use the machine that flattens the empanada dough.

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Today we went to the Centro de Arts Hortensio Horrera and got to see loads of beautiful artwork, we then went out for lunch which was delicious. Afterwards I went to visit the cathedral which was beautiful and very interesting.

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A shop displaying a plain women’s fallas underskirt/petticoat and rolls of fabric that would be used for the main skirt.

Absolutely mouth wateringly decadent. The dandy in me was already picking out rolls of fabric. At about €60 a metre in the city centre shops… I left it where it was

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One version of Men’s fallas wear

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In reference to my previous post.

These are ligas.

2-3 layers of ribbon sandwiching an elastic chord with decorative flair of your choosing at the front

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The seamstress in me and my inner child absolutely jumped for joy when I visited the round market and was greeted by only stalls purely dedicated to trimmings.

I visited here multiple times.

I looked at many shops selling Fallas wear which is like the Valencians St. Patrick’s day. I researched more into it and as someone who nerds out about fashion and costume history I was in heaven. The shops in the city centre were selling their ligas (fallas decorative sock garters) for €30. I took one look and said… I can make that.

So I visited the market, allí of these ribbons and trimmings are designed for sexing your own fallas wear essentially.

So I picked out several colours and patterns to make my own ligas for myself and friends.

Excited to get home to my sewing machine 🫦

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Botanic gardens of Valencia.

Nice, but I kinda forgot how spoilt we are in Ireland with our beautiful gardens and horticulture.

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Back at Totart work continues in film production. Working on an interrogation scene in the thriller ‘inocente’

Working with absolutely no budget yet the acting is superb and the finished scene came out looking shockingly professional. Super inspiring. Excited for the completed short film.

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The finished flag. Ready to be hung outside the studio… once the wind has calmed down.

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Mar owner of the Valencia Print Workshop was in the middle of printing thick fabric when I first walked in, I asked about the project and she explained she was making a flag/banner. Upon further discussion I found out she wasn’t super well up on sewing and that perhaps I could lend some assistance.

And so I offered. Few days later on my siesta from Totart I dash to the other end of town and here I am in the studio sewing up a flag for the incredible Mar!

Artists are always a community whether in Ireland or in Valencia it would seem. So it’s super nice to feel any way involved or helpful. I’m Pictured here with past artists in residence, Dylan and Aoife from Mayo!!!

They weren’t the first and not the last Irish folk I found in Valencia either haha.

My world has expanded but it’s still a small one it appears hahaha

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Attended the open door exhibition and printing demo for the printmaker Markus Dénommé. An endlessly charming man from Nova Scotia Canada whose grandmother was originally from Valencia and so has family out here. I as a patron of the arts simply had to buy one of his prints. So nice to make new friends in new places!

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Today we woke up at 2:30 in the morning to be ready by 3:00-3:10 am. We arrived at the airport without any problems. They made me circle around a bit, but everything worked out :). The flight was fine too; I slept for about an hour and was awake for the rest of the flight. When I arrived in Ireland, my parents and my older brothers greeted me, haha. Then we waited for my sister who was arriving from Malaga, also to participate in Erasmus.

I am very grateful for the opportunity given, I took full advantage of it, learned a lot, and enjoyed everything I could. I feel so fortunate to have worked at the Horno Panadería Masanet (bakery), to have had such wonderful roommates, and to have been in this country. Thank you so much for giving me this opportunity.

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As a semi retired printmaker I simply had to visit the Valencia Print Workshop!

Super beautiful printing studio. I’ve never been so envious of a work space in my life. I met all the artists currently on residency there and made friends with them and the owner of the studio. Hopefully I can return for my own residency some day. Never felt so welcome and at home.

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Valencia playing a home game at estadi de Mestalla!

Right next to our apartment. Super exciting, absolute floods of people. And I’d be able to tell you the final score before you’d know back home 😌

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Catch of the day… Oh and he’s holding a fish too 😜

A little posey photo from the boat tour out to the rice fields of albufera. The birthplace of paella!

Our tour guide was an absolute legend. So knowledgeable and friendly and fun.

Honestly might do it again when I return!

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Visited the Cathedral and got an audio tour.

Absolutely thrilled to see my first ever Goya in person!!!

Such a nice surprise.

They also had a huge portrait of Saint Sebastian who has a special place in my heart.

Honestly so much to look at in the cathedral you could nearly go 4 or 5 times to soak it all in.

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Visited the central market.

Sooooo amazing and delicious.

The hustle and bustle was very exciting. Great spot for anyone who loves cured meats 😋

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A little daunting at first.

But within my first week I was using the metro everyday.

It’s so satisfying to feel confident traversing a new city. And even though everything was in Spanish I got the hang of directions. Platform. Times. And which trains will take me where!

this is Alameda station. My favourite visually

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I visited the silk exchange.

A hugely important building in Valencia that was built in the late 1400s!!!

It was kind of the original stock exchange. A market for products like silk, but it was quality checked and price controlled. Concepts that we still use to this day.

Super interesting and not to mention beautiful

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Today at work I completed my daily morning tasks for the last time: putting out the pastries, making the salad for some sandwiches, and finishing making the other types of sandwiches. Then they put me to work making cookie dough, and when I finished we made Roquetas and the shape of croissants. As my departure time approached, I shaped the cookies and when I finished filling them, I helped with the empanadas.

Before changing, I took a picture with the owner and his wife. They told me I had done a good job and that I adapted very quickly and well. They even invited me to come back and work with them when I visit Valencia again c:

I got home and packed my suitcase. For dinner, I went out with Jessica and Orla. We had a great time :').

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After 3 amazing weeks it was finally time to get on that flight home. i really had such an amazing time on my erasmus+ and was sad to be coming home really going to miss it. Big thankyou to everyone.

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On Thursday I was put in charge of making a batch of cookies: one matcha tea cookie and one filled with dulce de leche. They also left me sort of in charge of the new guy, so he was helping with the morning chores.

In the afternoon we had our last meeting in Esmovia, and I brought them some croissants I make in the morning. Then we went to the flamenco show, which was incredible. We enjoyed the show 💃🏽.

For dinner we met up with Janice and spent some time with her :).

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After work I went to do some Latin American shopping; now I have to figure out where to put it in my suitcase and calculate the weight correctly. D:

Then I walked back along the river because it was a nice day, and I stayed there sunbathing. I talked to my parents for a while and then went home.

PS: I finished my crochet sweater :D.

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Have loads of photos i’ve took that i don’t think i can post them all or id be here all day but made a little group of some photos that i have and haven’t posted so i can try fit a few more.

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Today was our last day which is very sad as i love it here i think we all really do. It’s been such a beautiful journey getting to explore the city of valencia and see the different culture and traditions. For our last day we decided that we would take a walk around the city where we found a little market with lots of home made things like candles and makeup bags and loads more. it was all so beautiful. We then made our way more into the city were me got some food and went to some souvenir shops to pick up some presents. I just want to say thank you to everyone who organised this all for us and everyone i came here with making it memorable and made it feel like home.

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unfortunately this morning i started off with packing 💔 and then had to go to esmovia to get my certificate scanned and along the way we went to pick up some more bits for loved ones and got our last lunch date. I am so glad i got to experience the 3 weeks over here and am so grateful for it i have enjoyed every second and honestly dont want to leave…

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had my last day in my work experience which was very hectic as it was sooo busy i was only in for 5hrs but we had 5 customers in that’s space and a 6th came as i was leaving. I also had to get all my work experience forms filled out and signed so it was very difficult to do as it was busy and she didn’t have great english when writing and reading. Once that was all done chloe was waiting for me as she had come to the salon and we strolled over to the esmovia for our final meeting which was giving all out feed back and certificates to them and then we got a group photo taken before we headed home.

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we had a follow up meeting our final one and we went to a flamenco night it was so good but very loud, we then went to a lovely dinner with janice and it was so good to have a catch up!!

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i was just washing and cleaning in work all work and the girl who speaks english went to ireland so it was much harder to talk but i got my salon owner wine and a nice letter to say thank you since i couldn’t say it in person. it was really sad saying goodbye since i had gotten so close to everyone in there

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i went on a boat trip and tried pella for the first time aswell as having a tour through the woods

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went to the flamenco night last night which was really good and interesting to see. After that we went for food with our group and the other group with janice and had a really nice time talking and chatting with everyone and then on the walk home spotted some lovely buildings which i just had to take photos of for memories as the design and architecture of them were beautiful.

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i got to facetime my mam and my brother at home which was lovely and look a little walk around to get some fresh air

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Unfortunately i was a bit unwell this day and couldnt make it to work so i just chilled in the apartment all day but in the evening i gathered with cody and meave to have some snacks and drinks for galentines!

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all my days in work are very repetitive so i don’t some more root tints, washes, cleaning and watching. At this point i had made a very close bond with the girls i am working work even tho the language barrier was hard to overcome

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i was back in work on tuesday and i washed more clients aswell as watching how the team does there work and picked up some new bits to do at home!

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Yesterday was my last day at work at Vico Market! I got to finish some designs in the morning and then my tutors took me out to the market and for some tapas and a drink to celebrate our time together! I had such an amazing time working there. Julia gave me materials to make mandalas at home and enrolled me in one of her courses! I also finished my punch needle and it looks so cute! Ill always remember my time spent working with them.

Then we headed over to the esmovia meeting for the final goodbye. I had all my documents filled in and Ana had brought some lovely pastries from her bakery for us to try!

Then we scrambled to get ready for the lovely Flamenco night! It was absolutely amazing! It felt so intimate and truly breathtaking!

After that we walked 15 minutes to a lovely restaurant and had dinner and drinks with Janice and the other two groups from Bife. It was such a wonderful night!

Then today I explored the markets with the girls and had some lunch and scrambled to buy what souvenirs i could find.

It was much warmer today!

Overall I had a wonderful time here in Valencia. I have my bags packed now (19.5kg! Thank god!) and im ready for the airport!

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me and cody went sightseeing aswell as doing a shop for the apartment and got some nice food

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today was my first day off work and i had a very chill day in with the girls just ordered some starbucks and watched some movies!!

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Some of the products on sale in the bakery 

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We had a lovely evening watching passionate flamingo dancing ladies and listening to emotional signing. The guitarist was amazing. We also had our last meeting with Esmovia and I think everything went well for our group and Margita was lovely to talk to. As I was ending my Valencia bakery experience, I took a lot of photos of the bakery itself and their products. The bakery offer a range of products and my favourate sweet pastry is pastelitos de bonnato - they have a sweet potato mix inside and are crunchy too as have a cinammon and sugar topping - they are cool to make also as folding the pieces is nice! A picture of them is included above. I got the recipe so will attempt them at home - probably won't look as nice as don't have the propher machinery to make them so smooth but will try my best. As I finish up, I feel I learned a good bit, was delighted I could 'keep on top' of it all in every sense and anticipate after a while on what I need to do next in terms of getting ingredients, clearing trays, mixing and then finishing products. The team were very friendly. Tomorrow I intend to get another swim in and get some more small presents before finalising packing and then deciding whether I will try and get a few hours sleep or not before our 3pm pickup. Many thanks BIFE for this great adventure in this truly beautiful city.

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Today I have interesting project on my workplace.I do my own design for nice memories about this 3 weeks of working together.

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Wednesday was nice whether.And it was long and nice walk in Park .In last moment I decided to do my haircut.And it was great decision.New experience ,new haircut.

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The bakery was as busy as ever. Got to use the laminator again which I love using!. Made a lot of pastries today and even did a mix of chocolate muffins by hand as it was a smaller amount then normal. I watched the two ladies working on the croissant mixes in awe - very physical work and no let up. Tried to find out more about what my co workers do for holidays etc but didn't get much information. However, I know more now about the Fallas next month. Very busy in the centre of the city especially at 2pm where they do a fire display. The main event is when they burn an effigy. Apparently it is not religious festival. There are wonderful costumes worn during the festival. After work I did pilates and each time I do a class we do different things than I do in Ireland. We were told it was Yullia's birthday so we just had a small happy birthday song and bit of cake.

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A new guy started working on Tuesday (he's also doing an internship) and he was making bread and helping them. On the other hand, I was part of my daily routine, helping to make sandwiches and putting pastries on trays.

Since it was such a beautiful day, we went to the beach with Orla and Jessica. The day was very cheerful :).

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At Tuesday I decided to spent morning near the sea.It’s amazing to have possibility to see this beautiful sunrise.

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Monday-Day of Shopping.Spain have really nice brands to by and bring at home like presents.

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Laminator for rolling croissant and pastry base mixes

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Yesterday and today I continued to mix bakes and then make little pastries from the mixes and also make tartlets. It is amazing how many small pastries they make daily. Have also made muffin mixes - and also laid trays with the muffin cases. The tradys are absolutely black and they do not clean them, do not know how many trays I have got rid of loose bake pieces and then put baking paper over them - we don't do this in BIFE - we use the dishwasher all the time. It seems like the bakery make the same things daily - they do not seem to go in for special occasions - the other bakery in town apparently bake more cakes - nothing special was done for pancake Tuesday today or indeed for Saturday's Valentines Day. It is great to have used the laminator (see picture above) to roll the dough to make the croissants - so much easier than rolling by hand but the staff still take a lot of care with the final product. Today one of the bakers was trying out rye bread and I mentioned that often caraway seeds are scattered on top of the bread- he had not heard of these - maybe he will look at it or maybe he won't! Continue to be amazed how hard the core staff work on the floor - making the same things day in and day out. There is a good bit of banter on the floor amongst them which is great - I obviously haven't a clue what they are saying.

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Laminator for croissant and pastry base mixes

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Personal Notes.         Immersing into the World of Flamenco💃

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Personal Notes.         Immersing into the World of Flamenco💃

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Center for Dance and Art is a space that is not only about dance techniques, but also about values and morals that unite a group of people into a community.

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Center for Dance and Art is a space that is not only about dance techniques, but also about values and morals that unite a group of people into a community.

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Little video i took yesterday on our boat trip. was so lovely a lot of confusion and going back and forth not knowing were were meant to meet our guide but we found him in the end.

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had a lovely little day today. went and done some shopping and had little walk around the city and ended the night with a gorgeous sunset.

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https://www.levante-emv.com/cultura/2026/02/15/centro-de-arte-hortensia-herrero-actitud-negativa-visitantes-desata-caos-126865300.html

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Today I made cookies at work, they let me work alone and everything went well :D, they are very easy to make. They asked me if I had gone out to celebrate the Chinese New Year, but I replied that I hadn't because many activities had been cancelled due to the strong winds.

Today I learned from the radio that the interactive artwork (which I mentioned earlier) has gone to war 😰. Apparently, many people touched it very often, and so they have unleashed the beginning of the destruction. The art now shows the samurai attacking and burning the entire village; it is unknown how long this interaction will last. After the war ends, the village will be left in ruins with no humanity around, but nature will recover what it has lost. It shows that at some point, humans will also reach that type of situation, so it teaches us a lesson.

After work I came home and went out for paella because I was disappointed with yesterday's paella; this one was much better and more delicious. I was really full after that haha. I came home and finished my sweater :D.

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We went to Albufera Park and it was very interesting and beautiful. The guide took us through the forest where he showed us the natural habitats they have and then took us around the lake. He said it is the largest lake in Spain. We went with other people from Valencia, so he gave the tour in Valencian and English. He was surprised when I spoke to him in Spanish; he wasn't expecting it, haha.I understood most of the words in Valencian, it doesn't seem that difficult to understand haha, but I only really understood when he said it in English. I found the life of eels quite interesting; they can live for a very long time; their stomach disappears at some point in their life and the space where their stomach was is replaced by reproductive organs.

We went to eat paella, it wasn't the flavor I expected, I didn't love it completely but it was okay. Then Orla, Jessica, Ksenia, Yuliia, and Tania and I went for a walk in Albufera Park, where the sun finally came out. The weather was beautiful all afternoon. We walked along the seashore for a while and then we went back home where I continued to wear my sweater and rest a little longer.

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Today I created content and managed the totart social media.

I got lots of behind the scenes footage during filming the short film ‘inocente’

Such a great learning experience. Really useful for working in the modern day. Whether it’s self promotion or if I’m working for a dance company, i think it will be valuable.

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A large team, a variety of dance styles, and diverse methods tailored to the age and individuality of each student.             Communication, exchange of experiences, and of course, my new practical experience, both in studying the styles and in the first steps of teaching them to others.                       With gratitude for expanding the world of Dance and  Teaching.

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A large team, a variety of dance styles, and diverse methods tailored to the age and individuality of each student.             Communication, exchange of experiences, and of course, my new practical experience, both in studying the styles and in the first steps of teaching them to others.                       With gratitude for expanding the world of Dance and  Teaching.

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Sunday we had amazing trip to Parque Natural de la Albufera .First we had walk in Park.After it was boat trip and we finished wis tasty lunch with paella.

But was last moment decision to come back there to view sunset.

This was one of the most beautiful moments.

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Saturday was free day.And I decided to have little trip to Benidorm.

It was amazing experience.Spain is so beautiful.

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Friday was really busy and interesting.My project was to create new print designs for cars.

And after they will be printed and sticked on them. Enjoy creating new ideas.

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Open so beautiful different places in this amazing city🤗

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Lovely place to work, and enjoying new experiences every single day 😊🌟

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Today we went to Parque Natural de la Albufera. It was a 30 minute bus ride from the city centre.

There was a bit of confusion as to where we should meet as we were given different meeting points from everyone, but everything worked out fine in the end.

We met our tour guide in a town near by and he showed us the nature reserve. He told us about all the cool animals that reside there and the history of the beach.

We then walked back to the lake where we went on the boat trip. I was scared at first as I get sea sick but I actually found it manageable. It was lovely to see all the birds and rice fields.

We then went to a restaurant nearby and had a lovely meal given to us by Esmovia.

We had bread with garlic aioli and tomatoes , homemade chips with a gorgeous garlicy sauce. Then the paella came out! It was chicken paella which was delicious! We then had lovely coffee and fudge ice cream for dessert.

I had a wonderful day and really enjoyed myself

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Headed off to get the bus for our day trip. Weather a bit chlly. Had a great guide on the walk around the area and then on the boat. The lake is the largest fresh water lake in Spain apparently but it did not look large..... We then had Paella for lunch and I enjoyed it - hadn't had breakfast so it was very welcome. Afterwards some of us went back to the beach. I ended up walking all the way back to the apartment on the beach and then on the cycle lane - it took a long time and ended up back at the park where I took the picture above of the lady in traditional gear. It really is a wonderful city - all the greener, cycle lanes, easy to walk paths and some amazing architecture old and new.

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This morning I decided to take the time to continue crocheting my new sweater. I finished all the pieces I needed.Then I got ready and went out to lunch at a place that my tutor and his wife recommended. It was packed and there was nowhere to eat, but it was delicious. I think the bread had chimichurri in it; I couldn't quite tell what it was.

I wanted to go to the archaeological park nearby but it was closed due to strong winds :(, maybe I'll go after work one of these days.Then I went back home and continued working on my sweater. I'm almost finished!

We went for a walk at night with Yuliia, Tania, Orla and Jessica and had a good time.

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Went to work for 6am start to see how the bakery makes their bread - they start well below this but this was about as early as I could hack. Got shown how they make the sour dough for the bread and learnt out to shape the breads - 4 bakers showing me so I would not make a mistake - they are proud of what they produce. Left then after noon and made my way to the Valentia market - the food and fish displays were amazing. Rain started afterwards for a bit but then it cleared up. We were all a bit shocked when our phones went off with a red wind alert warning - lots of activities were cancelled. Wasn't too bad. Hired a bike again today and went all around the port area. A good bit of poverty when one goes off the tourist area. Real easy to cycle here - cylce paths amazing. See picture at the port today above. Lovey and sunny.

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So today, after doing our chores in the morning at the bakery, we made pizzas and more empanadas. I've had several pastries to try, and they're all really delicious, to be honest. They also offered to give me a recipe if I wanted one, so I thought I'd ask for the recipe for Roquetas and Magdalenas, they're very good :9.

I've been having a bit of trouble with my right hand because I've injured it several times. But it's nothing out of the ordinary, I've been taking ibuprofen to help and after a few hours it doesn't hurt anymore :).

We received a phone alert about the strong gusts of wind that could occur tomorrow.But we'll see how it goes. We went out for ramen and it was good, I think I'll have to find another place to eat good takoyaki haha.

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I've attached a video showing what the sand looked like when the wind blew.

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Today after work, I went to the beach. It was really windy and the sand was hitting me everywhere, haha. But the weather was good, the sun was hot, the sky was clear, and the sand was soft. I was there for about an hour because the wind was starting to get cold, but the trip home was fine.

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✨️danza & artes                       'Cuida tu salud , exprésate, aprende, relaciónate,rie  permítete bailar...'                ✨️dance & arts                            'Take care of your health, express yourself, learn, connect with others, laugh, allow yourself to dance...'

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Theatre staging and caricature physicality reading today

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Image of unit used to divide pastries - we don't have these at home!

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Lovey sunny day today - went for walk on the beach after work. Learnt more about my bakery - they supply restaurants, El Corte Ingles outlets around Valencia and also have a smaller outlet in the city centre. On my way working to and from work, I pass the military barracks and it is strange to see the soldier standing 'on guard' with a machine gun .... he looks relaxed..... The main person I work with is still out sick so I am doing a lot of jobs from start to finish which is good for me but also I think very helpful for them!

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I finished work at 2 as I've been doing and everything went very well.I had an accident but nothing happened to me, in fact I was the cause 😓.But it wasn't anything serious, I just bumped into some bread shelves and a couple fell, but in the process I hurt a colleague with the tray 😔.

In the afternoon I rested a bit and in the evening we went to dinner with Ray and Gina, it was delicious. Then we went back home because we had to sleep, haha. Even so, the walk back was very nice and enjoyable, the weather was perfect and we weren't cold at all :).

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Today I designed a whole carousel for instagram including information on one of the workshops that my colleague is hosting. I also made her two CVs and did a calendar design for this months events at the studio.

I left at 12pm but didnt finish working from home until about 3:30! I absolutely love designing for them I am learning so much. Especially interacting with a client and catering to their needs and visions.

I also did a bit of shopping today as its my sisters birthday on valentines. I bought some gifts for her and headed to the post office.

The man at the desk didnt speak any English but was so kind and patient with me while we communicated through google translate. Shipping a small box was expensive but worth it for my sisters birthday.

The post office and the buildings surrounding it were beautiful! I sat down on some steps and called my sister while admiring the buildings!

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We went to the Esmovia for our follow up meeting on tuesday. We had to answer questions on sticky notes ; what is one word to describe your experience so far, what is one thing you learned about yourself and what is one thing that surprised you! It was a fun activity. We had to hand up our follow up feedback sheets from our note book as well and received our certificate.

I am really enjoying my time so far! I think it has been a wonderful experience.

Gena and Ray from Bife also joined us for the meeting and it was nice to see familiar faces

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Today we have second Storm here in Valencia.The weather is so nice but a little bit windy.

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The bakery is very busy - still trying to communicate but it is hard - google translate out a bit. Today the person I am most often working with was out ill so I am now queen of the tartlets!. It was busy but good. I keep trying to learn more but understand the staff is very busy - they show you what they want you to do and then off you go. Have had two pilates classes now which have been enjoyable - in different studios. The Spanish teachers are really kind and helpful and luckily I can see what the moves are and then figure out what is expected though the teachers do keep an eye out for new people like me. Yesterday Jessica, Ana and myself when to the Silk Museum which was very interesting and we got to see a lady demonstrating how the loom works and we saw the silk worms!. See lovely dress above. The student group met at the Esmovia offfice yesterday and Ray and Gina were there too. Everyone gave an update on their work experiences to date and it was all very positive.

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Today at work they put me to work making Roquetas and empanadas after the busy morning was over.Everyone is very kind and they explain and teach me if I don't remember how to do it.

It was very hot today, so in the afternoon we walked to Esmovia because the weather was nice and we had time. We had the meeting and then Orla, Jessica, and I went to a silk museum in Valencia. The whole process is very interesting, and how silk fashion was created in the olden days. At the end of the visit they have a demonstration of how silk is obtained I didn't know we had finished right at that time! A lady showed us the silkworms, the cocoon they use to extract the silk, and the process of how the thread is made.

I went back home alone and washed my uniform because it was dirty haha (we don't understand how it gets so dirty) and I talked a little with my housemates

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So today, I was put in charge of making shortbread dough that they use to make decorated cookies with icing and other toppings. The mix was good.

I've been talking to my sister about our jobs.My brothers and I started playing Parcheesi online. It was really funny because then we started playing guessing games, and my brother was so distracted he couldn't guess right! 😂My parents are doing well and I already miss them haha.

I went Chinese grocery shopping, haha. I got some clear sauce to make fried rice and I went shopping at the Chinese store, haha. I got some soy sauce to make fried rice and a couple of ready meals for dinner. I bought some chopsticks that I needed, and everything was really cheap :D. To finish my Chinese shopping I bought a fruit tea and a meat bun, it was delicious.

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Visit to the Hortensia Herrero Art Museum 

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Visit to the Hortensia Herrero Art Museum 

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We went to the museum We went to the museum and it was very interesting. The art was very interesting.

It had an interactive screen depicting a village living peacefully. However, each time it was touched, the village's lifespan accelerated. So they were saying that if it's touched many times at the same time, there could be a time collision and we could see the destruction of the village and its end. So we had to be careful when we touched it because it's been on display for two years (or something like that) and has been touched a lot, so at some point near or far, the destruction of the village could be seen.

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Today I finally got to have a lie in after four days of early mornings! After I eventually got out of bed I made my way to the big food market with Ana and Yuliia, I bought an ice pop and wandered around looking at the stalls. There was soooo much fruit! After that me and Ana wandered around the city and got a horchata to try, I didn’t really like it but at least I gave it a shot.

In the evening we went on our boat trip which somehow turned into a party boat with music and a bar. It was lots of fun and the view of the city from the harbour was amazing. After that we popped back to the apartment for a quick dinner then we all headed to an irish bar which didn’t have many irish people in it from what I could tell :)

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In work today I got to prepare various cookies by portioning, rolling out and decorating them. My tutor gave me some to bring home and they were really nice.

On friday night I went out for dinner with Ana, Orla and Tasiana the food was lovely and the conversation was great too.