Hola, soy maestra en Texas y he estado en Espana varias veces de vacaciones y me encanta como la gente disfruta la vida , sobre todo los adultos mayores. Me pienso jubilar en Granada me fascina esa ciudad, su historia, gastronomía y sus paisajes. Otra ciudad que me encanta es Málaga. La mejor decisión para tus hijos fue mudarte ❤
It’s really terrible people make you feel like you need to explain yourself so much or try and put you down. I think it’s great you all decided you wanted to move and did it. You’re with family and doing what you love. It shows your kids not to be afraid of change and adventure. Thank you for being so genuine. Keep being you. That’s why I started subscribing. Anyone who feels the need to be negative can kick rocks.
Yes, please complete Part 2. Learning about cultural differences intrigues me. Your apartment is perfect! I enjoy the sense of coziness and contentment.
I left Miami and moved to Portugal. Best decision ever. You made a right move. You gain quality of life and need less material things. Will wait for part two
@suzanne296 the healthcare questions always get me. A lot of European countries have universal healthcare. My father has been through 8 years of cancer including treatment, surgery etc and it has cost essentially nothing.
LOVE how down-to-Earth you are ! I lived in Belgium for several years & the cultural differences are similar. I had to chuckle when you said that about Sundays & everything being closed. It has changed some in bigger cities in Europe, as you know, but a definite change. Your videos are very refreshing, so keep them coming!
I learned a long time ago from my friends from Pamplona: work to live and not live to work. When we get to visit Spain we enjoy very much the walking and public transportation. Food is healthier, my gastrointestinal issues are nonexistent while visiting Spain. I love Spain 🇪🇸
@@WonderfullyAle So happy for you and your family, quality of life is the most precious gift. Please keep us posted, I enjoy very much your blogs. Gracias 🙏
I moved here from the Uk 13 years ago and it was the best decision I’ve made….i love your videos as you’re going through everything I went through…..I live just up the coast from you and I love it 😊
I love the path you and your family have chosen, and i love that youre remaining true to yourself and handling the culture differences so gracefully. Love from Australia 🇦🇺 🦘🐨
You made a wonderful choice!!! Having a cookie cutter home in a place that is defined by car culture and Disney is so restricted compared to what you have chosen!!! I lived all over the world and will forever be grateful for the perspective I have on the world. Moving to the US has been an eye-opener. I don't have a car and ride a bike or use transit and people look at me like I am crazy without realising what a privilege it is to be able to actually live in the world whilst moving through it.
New subscriber! I lived in East Asia for 4 years, and during that time I became such a minimalist. I realized how little I truly needed to be happy. I also fell in love with walking everywhere and good public transport! Now that I’m back in the US, it’s often hard for people to understand when I say this 😅 Thank you for sharing your Spain experience, it is very helpful to those of us who are interested in living abroad. Haters gonna hate, live your best life!
Haven't read the comments but.....have you considered buying a fold-up shopping push-cart to maximize on your efficiency when grocery shopping. When I lived in Chicago, before buying a car, that's what I did. I could even wheel it onto the bus. Made all the difference in the world!
I think ur adjusting g very well. We ate still so used to USA and needing more more more. U look very happy. Closing on Sundays is terrific. Ppl get to spend time together. Seems like there is so much mire respect for the ppl there. Enjoy ur new life.
This was a fun video. It's so interesting to hear about the differences. I commend you all for making this move and you have great attitudes about this big life change. Your boys will be so grateful for BOTH experiences. Would love to hear more!
I would love to have you do more videos just like this where you talk about what your life is like there and how it’s different. Please please don’t get discouraged by people leaving mean comments!!! I’ve enjoyed your videos for years and whatever you want to share with us is wonderful!!!
Listen don’t worry about the vlogs being boring or that you have to do “stuff” or activities to make it interesting…you talking to the camera, washing dishes, telling us your thoughts is enough. You want to know why? Because we tune in for YOU not the activities. The activities and your profession may be what brought us to your channel but we stay because we’re invested and interested in you! I could watch you organize your spice cabinet as long as you’re talking to the camera expressing your thoughts about your family, the books you’re reading, the people you’re meeting, the frustrations you’re having, etc., etc. Just talk to us like you’re talking to a good friend or your mom…that’s what makes us connect with you ❤
Love that you are sharing this with us. I did a semester in Valencia and it was probably the least stressful semester I took. I wish the US would slow down and be more in the moment. I recently talked to my husband too about moving abroad to live a slower life.
Aly, I have only been to Italy once and all of the cultural differences you noted, I also felt. I LOVED the differences! Such a healthier way of thinking, of living, especially the shopping/buying mindset & how walking allows you to interact with your world & people. I was very sorry to hear people left comments that said how could you leave a big house in FL for what you have now. It’s not surprising, but very sad to me. Your life looks incredible and something I would jump to if I could. Some Americans have a very surface level way of valuing life. You are amazing and a gentle person. Please don’t be dismayed by those comments. They just don’t get it 🤷♀️
hi Ale, finally got around to watching this. It's amazing how different things are done in Spain to the States. So, yes a part 2 would be great to see.
I grew up in NYC and didn’t drive until I was 30 after I had my first child and we were getting ready to move out of the city. I took trains, buses, taxis and walked everywhere before that. Now we are in the southern US and while I can walk in the neighborhood, I miss walking to go run errands and even to go to work.
@@WonderfullyAle All of the United States had what were called Blue Laws. It prohibited what could be done on Sunday. They mostly ended in the 80s but not everywhere and not at the same time. I remember having to go to the grocery on Saturday night for anything we might need on Sunday.
Regarding the Amazon packages I left instructions that they can leave it in my doorstep, just ring a neighbour's bell and leave it in front of my door, but I know my neighbours pretty well, and we're just 8 units in my apartment building. And still the delivery guy usually calls to make sure if we're home or if he can leave it :)
I think for the schedule u just have to keep in mind is that eveything moves forward comparing to usa, like small grocery stores open later in the morning but they also close later in the evening. Same for dinner at restaurants if that makes sense :)
Why is different worse to people? Living in Europe would be a dream to me. I love to travel, so I can enjoy different food, meet new friends and just enjoy a new culture. Those making ridiculous comments are just jealous.
I so admire how you have learned to adapt to all the changes there. You are an amazing wife & Mom . I love your channel & have followed you for some time now. Keep up your videos on TH-cam please.
Another wonderful idea ale and I appreciate you so much and ur incredible mom wife and inspiration 🤎🖤❤️❤️🖤🍃🖤🍁🍁🧡🎃🍂🍂👻👻🍁🧡🎃🍂❤️🤎🍃👻🍂🎃🧡🧡🤎🍃👻🍃🖤🖤🤎✈️✈️✈️✈️✈️✈️✈️✈️✈️
So, I was curious as to the package you received while filming this video. I thought you would share it 😂 I love watching these types of vlogs. 🙌🏼 you look so happy 😁
Very interesting!..it would be cool to hear any cultural shocks from your husbands side too, I know he isn’t on camera but maybe you could share them. Does he work from home or in an office? If office, I would like to hear about any cultural differences there!
Lovely to see you again Ale 😊. First i hope your all ok after the horrific weather conditions over there 🙏. I can understand what your say about the “ changes you adapting to I moved from the uk. Many many years ago to Europe , of course everything is different you learn along the way to adapt ,sometimes you don’t ( it can be hard ) but i went with the flow . Be very interesting to hear more of how your finding everything, have you a time scale when you will go back flying ? Or are you waiting until your settled in a bit more ,boys at school etc . Most definitely getting your steps in 😜. Have a Good weekend 🥰
Your kitchen is aesthetically pleasing and cosy. Your flat in the centre of Alicante is marvellous. People are jealous of you living in Spain, which beats the USA any day! If you eat dinner at 9 p.m. that’s considered early in Spain, it can be 10 p.m. or even later! Amazon will leave parcels with a neighbour or nearby business, if you have a chat with them beforehand. You can also offer to reciprocate for your neighbours' packages. Disfruta!
I would much rather live in Spain than the U.S. My reasons are different from others, but I would not miss having a car for one. I loved taking the train between Madrid, Sevilla, and Malaga ❤ I also like walking around the city and discovering new places! Love this vlog Ale🎉
puedes pedir las cosas a domicilio en los supermercados si no las puedes llevar en coche y si vivis en Madrid, podeis ir a las afueras a los pueblos de alrededor o al resto de Epaña tanto en autobús como en metro o tren
Hi Ale👋🏼LOVE your new hair! And that color blue looks great on you! I absolutely love your videos even more so since you moved to Spain! YAY for you & your sweet family! 🎉🎉🎉Sending much love to you all💕💕💕
Completely understand living with less is the ultimate contentment. We downsized and I live in a much smaller and “older” space but we’re happy and content also. 😊
Since they do everything later there do their work schedules and schools start later too? I would love that because it would give more time to relax or do some things at home before starting the day.
Tener una enorme cocina para usar menos de la mitad, con un automóvil para hacer de todo menos caminar, espacios enormes para nada, y desear cosas que no se necesitan, puede ser un sueño en USA pero es una pesadilla en España, como por ejemplo que cualquier inútil pueda comprar un arma.
Living in Spain is healthier...You exercise more and eat better...And you don't have to worry about the doctors bills like here in the US if you get sick
Due to all that walking done daily , you’ll see senior citizens walking without any assistance.i love Spain and is my dream to live there at least part time, not sure which part yet.
The US isn’t what it was anymore and that’s the hard truth, anyone saying otherwise is completely blind, I’ve visited Spain countless times and have family there and I absolutely love it, as soon as I can I’ll leave the US and move over there, I love it, it’s a different world.
Places change nothing stays the same. I am from Los Angeles and most places have changed or don't exist anymore which makes me sad. However, I have traveled to many countries and I am always glad when I return to my city. The rest of the country is a different story, I would never live in any other state or city in the US. The only other city I have loved almost as much is Tokyo.
Part 2, 3, 4 and so on Please! I LOVE hearing and seeing the difference of Cultures. THANK YOU FOR SHARING Your Life there❤. Thank You, Thank You, Thank You Ale!!!
You are living a dream of many American people. My husband is ready to move to Spain any day! Don’t listen to haters with no manners or life experience. Big kitchen can’t make you happy 😂 I am proud of you and how you are embracing the change 🤍🤍🤍
Nice! Thanks for satisfying some of my curiosity. Yeah, the majority US economy is based on consumer spending. Especially in Orlando with addition to their services industry. So, I can imagine the cultural change in that aspect.
Ale as long as you and your family are healthy and happy that is all that matters. I do think people are more contented in Spain, late lunches families can get together eat and chat. Lovely that everywhere is closed on Sundays. Definitely more family time and talking. I think you are settling in very well and cooking lots of lovely meals. Enjoy your weekend. 🙏💖🌠🇨🇦
Me gustó mucho el video! Tengo muchas ganas de visitar España, desde que vi el pan con tomate que comes, hago algo parecido en casa, muy 😋. La gente que piensa negativa y hace ese tipo de comentarios negativos , es por q nunca han visitado otros países, entonces tienen una mente cerrada. Bendiciones 🙏🏼
Seguro que los cambios a veces son difíciles pero siempre hay algo positivo en ellos y pensando como madre podrás estar tranquila mientras tus hijos están en el colegio sin peligro . No todo es perfecto en 🇪🇸 pero sí somos personas acogedoras siempre con las excepciones de cualquier sociedad
I’m happy to watch any and all of your videos but I was curious if you’ll be flying again with your American carrier. Stay well. Enjoy your new country. I love seeing all the new things you and. Your family are experiencing 😊
Hi @wondfullyale I just found your channel. My adult kids n I want to move to Europe hopefully next year. Have you been to Italy? We were thinking of Italy.
May I say, you are speaking Spanish, maybe not Castillano but it’s still Spanish. South American Spanish is different, slightly, there are some nuances in Grammar and general vocabulary too. One word I remember was car. In Castillano it is coche and I remember mySpanish Teacher at Secondary school in Trinidad 🇹🇹 saying in S America it was caro/carro. Don’t know if it’s changed but that always stuck with me. Anyway, good luck and best wishes.
Nyc and Madrid is not that different in some ways . I also lived in the U.S. City with the most People from Madrid in the World. MIAMI Opportunities in general are better in the U.S but that depends so does the Lifestyle (allways depends on the area wherever you are) I would argue Spain is Great Not Perfect but I feel at home there Lots of Festivities often with a Religious background , the small and huge Events like no other I love that there is authentic Culture instead of Multiculturalism. And I like the Regional differences. I assume you are in Madrid That is good Choice for a young Professional.
Are you at Swallow coffee shop? That looks like this cute coffee shop my husband and I went to in June on our trip to Alicante! We love it there so much! I love watching your life there. Also hello from a United flight attendant! x
Same way in Mexico ..... I would go to stores and they were closed from 2 to 4: 00pm ..... Now this was in small towns in Mexico I'm not sure about the big town but I'm sure it's the same!!
More than culture when it comes to eating hours and lifestyle, it is a historical fact that comes back to spanish Civil War and the dictator Franco and Hitler being very good friends. Franco wanted Spain to be synched with Berlin so he decided to use their time zone (before that we were using the correct GMT). Yes those little rarities despots and dictators tend to have. This affects us in the time we just...live. Time zones are synched with the sun and our lives too. When in Berlin the morning starts (usually around 6am) it is still dark night (not Dark Knight) in Spain but because we use their time (I don't know how to name it in English) it is 6am for us too but physically it is 5am. That's why we start our day between 1 and a half (average) hours later than most countries. And that's why we eat, finish working, go to sleep equally later.
Spain is lovely. Thank you for sharing. Please share healthcare practices in Spain. Would love to see that. The USA isn't what it was. Not to mention retirement in the USA is super expensive. So happy for you Ale!
Saludos. Solo informar que en España hay cinco comidas al día. Desayuno, ligero, almuerzo a media mañana mas contundente. La comida entre 1 y 3. merienda a media tarde y cena a partir de las 21 horas. Saludos y que la felicidad te acompañe.
The walking thing. We have just got back to the UK from Orlando on vacation. I am used to getting around in my electric wheelchair, everywhere. but Orlando was definately set up for cars and getting the wheelchair in and out of a car to just go a couple a minutes down the street just because there was no pavement or you didnt know there would be a pavement was very hard for me to comprehend. Also I dont know if this is a cultural thing but here in the UK when we walk our dogs we alway use Poopy bags and pick up after them. While staying at a dog friend hotel in Orlando just after the evacuation I saw multiple dogs walked and their owners never picked up after them is this a "thing" in the USA and what about Spain?
👋😎 Greetings from across the pond. I've seen news articles about rain and flooding in Spain. I hope you all are safe. By the way: Does the rain in Spain fall mainly on the plain? 😂
part 2 please. I have a question. how much is the rent for a 2 or 3 bedroom apt over there compared to the same 2 or 3 bedroom apt in USA? I'm asking because I don't know what size apt you have there. I know there furnished there and not here. but just the difference between Apt's. a big shock is you have to take the boys on a city bus to school. and here they ride a school bus. also there school day is shorter. Is the school year the same amount of months? thank you for sharing.
it's hard to say, because there are a lot of factors that play into this. but when we were looking for apts, they would range between 700-1300 euros. depending on the area, and if the owners were trying to take advantage because we were coming from the US.
Do you find yourself trying to live/eat etc the way you did in the US? Do families that are from Spain live the same ways generally that you guys are or are you living an Americanized version of Spain? If that makes sense
Not having a decent clothes dryer would be hard for me to deal with, and not having a shower curtain or glass door is shocking. Not sure about Spain but I was shocked when we got to Florence and there was a shower and NO curtain OR door. LOL My niece had a "we room" bathroom in Copenhagen where the hand held shower head was hung on the side of the sink and the bathroom was all time and it was a wet room. Hilarious. You can see I pick the MOST important things. Don't worry, there is a gal on here that lives in France and explains differences all the time. She also says it's not good, or bad, it just is. That's how it's done in France and WE in the US do it differently. Frankly I LOVE the public transportation in Europe. It is so great to be able to get around and it's easy to use and if you are careful how you do it, it's pretty affordable.
In spain we have shower curtains and glass doors, yes. Im surprised other places dont have that 😮. The clothes dryer thing... I never had one and never needed it😅 also why waste electricity for that when I can just simply put it outside? It may take a little to dry, but I mean, I have more clothes haha. But yes, its how you said. Its just different ways of doing things.
ALE, ANY VIDEO YOU POST DEAR IS GOING TO BE WONDERFUL 😍. I ❤ TO WATCH THEM ALL. DAY IN THE LIFE, GROCERY HAULS, VACATIONS, FLIGHT ✈️ ATTENDANT ONES....ALL GREAT 👍. YOU'RE AN AMAZING MOTHER AND WIFE. TAKE CARE DEAR AND GOD BLESS YOU 🙏✨. PS I'D ❤ TO SEE SOME OLD CHURCHES AND MUSEUMS WITH PAINTINGS FROM THE LOCALS AND MASTERS.
The US is one of a kind it’s beautiful. We have so many unlimited amount of resources I go back-and-forth between Europe and the US I live in the US but the lifestyle that I have here in the US is minimalistic so whether I’m here in the US or Spain/Europe they’re both the same for me. :)
As someone who speaks both, I can still understand British english with no problem (besides a few words) but I can get by with no problem. Spain spanish is so different. Things are articulated differently, different words etc.
@BobelSilencioso-g2i you’re telling me I’m not bilingual? 🤣 I am fluent in Spanish, I grew up I. A Spanish only speaking household. I stand by what I said. Also, I went to school in El Salvador as well.
Hola, soy maestra en Texas y he estado en Espana varias veces de vacaciones y me encanta como la gente disfruta la vida , sobre todo los adultos mayores. Me pienso jubilar en Granada me fascina esa ciudad, su historia, gastronomía y sus paisajes. Otra ciudad que me encanta es Málaga. La mejor decisión para tus hijos fue mudarte ❤
It’s really terrible people make you feel like you need to explain yourself so much or try and put you down. I think it’s great you all decided you wanted to move and did it. You’re with family and doing what you love. It shows your kids not to be afraid of change and adventure. Thank you for being so genuine. Keep being you. That’s why I started subscribing. Anyone who feels the need to be negative can kick rocks.
Yes, please complete Part 2. Learning about cultural differences intrigues me. Your apartment is perfect! I enjoy the sense of coziness and contentment.
Agree, it’s fun to find out the differences.
Part 2 would be awesome 🎉 it's interesting to see the world thru another country's eyes
I left Miami and moved to Portugal. Best decision ever. You made a right move. You gain quality of life and need less material things. Will wait for part two
Agree about material things but what about health care.
there's universal healthcare or private. We have private and it's waaaaaay less than what I paid for in the US
@suzanne296 the healthcare questions always get me. A lot of European countries have universal healthcare. My father has been through 8 years of cancer including treatment, surgery etc and it has cost essentially nothing.
You seem content and at home. Strange that some people assume bigger is better. Thanks for a lovely video xxx
I agree! Bigger and newer isn't always better.
LOVE how down-to-Earth you are ! I lived in Belgium for several years & the cultural differences are similar. I had to chuckle when you said that about Sundays & everything being closed. It has changed some in bigger cities in Europe, as you know, but a definite change. Your videos are very refreshing, so keep them coming!
Thank you!
I learned a long time ago from my friends from Pamplona:
work to live and not live to work.
When we get to visit Spain we enjoy very much the walking and public transportation.
Food is healthier, my gastrointestinal issues are nonexistent while visiting Spain.
I love Spain 🇪🇸
Living to work is definitely one of the big reasons we decided to leave the US.
@@WonderfullyAle
So happy for you and your family, quality of life is the most precious gift.
Please keep us posted, I enjoy very much your blogs.
Gracias 🙏
Definitely would be interested in part 2
Thank you for sharing your life with us! If you and your family are happy, that’s all that matters! ❤️More videos on this topic please!
Thank you so much!!
I moved here from the Uk 13 years ago and it was the best decision I’ve made….i love your videos as you’re going through everything I went through…..I live just up the coast from you and I love it 😊
wow 13 years ago!
I love the path you and your family have chosen, and i love that youre remaining true to yourself and handling the culture differences so gracefully. Love from Australia 🇦🇺 🦘🐨
You made a wonderful choice!!! Having a cookie cutter home in a place that is defined by car culture and Disney is so restricted compared to what you have chosen!!!
I lived all over the world and will forever be grateful for the perspective I have on the world. Moving to the US has been an eye-opener. I don't have a car and ride a bike or use transit and people look at me like I am crazy without realising what a privilege it is to be able to actually live in the world whilst moving through it.
New subscriber! I lived in East Asia for 4 years, and during that time I became such a minimalist. I realized how little I truly needed to be happy. I also fell in love with walking everywhere and good public transport! Now that I’m back in the US, it’s often hard for people to understand when I say this 😅 Thank you for sharing your Spain experience, it is very helpful to those of us who are interested in living abroad. Haters gonna hate, live your best life!
Haven't read the comments but.....have you considered buying a fold-up shopping push-cart to maximize on your efficiency when grocery shopping. When I lived in Chicago, before buying a car, that's what I did. I could even wheel it onto the bus. Made all the difference in the world!
I have a shopping cart 😊
@@shareea202 9:30 In the background
I think ur adjusting g very well. We ate still so used to USA and needing more more more. U look very happy. Closing on Sundays is terrific. Ppl get to spend time together. Seems like there is so much mire respect for the ppl there. Enjoy ur new life.
This was a fun video. It's so interesting to hear about the differences. I commend you all for making this move and you have great attitudes about this big life change. Your boys will be so grateful for BOTH experiences. Would love to hear more!
Definitely multiple videos please…they are really fun and informative ❤
Yay! Thank you!
I would love to have you do more videos just like this where you talk about what your life is like there and how it’s different. Please please don’t get discouraged by people leaving mean comments!!! I’ve enjoyed your videos for years and whatever you want to share with us is wonderful!!!
Listen don’t worry about the vlogs being boring or that you have to do “stuff” or activities to make it interesting…you talking to the camera, washing dishes, telling us your thoughts is enough. You want to know why? Because we tune in for YOU not the activities. The activities and your profession may be what brought us to your channel but we stay because we’re invested and interested in you! I could watch you organize your spice cabinet as long as you’re talking to the camera expressing your thoughts about your family, the books you’re reading, the people you’re meeting, the frustrations you’re having, etc., etc. Just talk to us like you’re talking to a good friend or your mom…that’s what makes us connect with you ❤
this comment made me so emotional! Thank you so much for being here!!
Love that you are sharing this with us. I did a semester in Valencia and it was probably the least stressful semester I took.
I wish the US would slow down and be more in the moment. I recently talked to my husband too about moving abroad to live a slower life.
Just like I knew. People are very much material with possessions. Yes part two.
Aly, I have only been to Italy once and all of the cultural differences you noted, I also felt. I LOVED the differences! Such a healthier way of thinking, of living, especially the shopping/buying mindset & how walking allows you to interact with your world & people. I was very sorry to hear people left comments that said how could you leave a big house in FL for what you have now. It’s not surprising, but very sad to me. Your life looks incredible and something I would jump to if I could. Some Americans have a very surface level way of valuing life. You are amazing and a gentle person. Please don’t be dismayed by those comments. They just don’t get it 🤷♀️
hi Ale, finally got around to watching this. It's amazing how different things are done in Spain to the States. So, yes a part 2 would be great to see.
Keep the videos coming! Enjoying everything you share!
I grew up in NYC and didn’t drive until I was 30 after I had my first child and we were getting ready to move out of the city. I took trains, buses, taxis and walked everywhere before that. Now we are in the southern US and while I can walk in the neighborhood, I miss walking to go run errands and even to go to work.
The closure on Sunday is how I grew up in the US. 👍🏻
what part of the US?
@@WonderfullyAle Florida and Tennessee 👍🏻 Publix used to be closed on Sunday too! 😮😮
@@WonderfullyAle All of the United States had what were called Blue Laws. It prohibited what could be done on Sunday. They mostly ended in the 80s but not everywhere and not at the same time. I remember having to go to the grocery on Saturday night for anything we might need on Sunday.
Yes, I grew up this way too -in of all places, New York City. So, yeah, it used to be a thing in the States too.
@@LifeStirredUp so interesting! That wasn’t my experience in the US. I grew up in California
Regarding the Amazon packages I left instructions that they can leave it in my doorstep, just ring a neighbour's bell and leave it in front of my door, but I know my neighbours pretty well, and we're just 8 units in my apartment building. And still the delivery guy usually calls to make sure if we're home or if he can leave it :)
I usually get a call, but, they definitely will not leave it at my doorstep.
I think for the schedule u just have to keep in mind is that eveything moves forward comparing to usa, like small grocery stores open later in the morning but they also close later in the evening. Same for dinner at restaurants if that makes sense :)
Why is different worse to people? Living in Europe would be a dream to me. I love to travel, so I can enjoy different food, meet new friends and just enjoy a new culture. Those making ridiculous comments are just jealous.
Different doesn’t mean worse. It means…different.
I so admire how you have learned to adapt to all the changes there. You are an amazing wife & Mom . I love your channel & have followed you for some time now. Keep up your videos on TH-cam please.
Thank you so much!
Another wonderful idea ale and I appreciate you so much and ur incredible mom wife and inspiration 🤎🖤❤️❤️🖤🍃🖤🍁🍁🧡🎃🍂🍂👻👻🍁🧡🎃🍂❤️🤎🍃👻🍂🎃🧡🧡🤎🍃👻🍃🖤🖤🤎✈️✈️✈️✈️✈️✈️✈️✈️✈️
yes please! do show me Spain, tell me about Spain, lots of that. Hugs to you and your family!
So, I was curious as to the package you received while filming this video. I thought you would share it 😂
I love watching these types of vlogs. 🙌🏼 you look so happy 😁
I share it in the next video. It had to be approved by the brand so it’s out of order 😭
We only visited Spain and loved it and the culture we got to experience . Love your vlogs!
Very interesting!..it would be cool to hear any cultural shocks from your husbands side too, I know he isn’t on camera but maybe you could share them. Does he work from home or in an office? If office, I would like to hear about any cultural differences there!
The boys’ perspectives, as well. With the age differences, they are each looking at the world through different eyes❣️
Lovely to see you again Ale 😊. First i hope your all ok after the horrific weather conditions over there 🙏.
I can understand what your say about the “ changes you adapting to
I moved from the uk. Many many years ago to Europe , of course everything is different you learn along the way to adapt ,sometimes you don’t ( it can be hard ) but i went with the flow .
Be very interesting to hear more of how your finding everything, have you a time scale when you will go back flying ?
Or are you waiting until your settled in a bit more ,boys at school etc .
Most definitely getting your steps in 😜. Have a Good weekend 🥰
Your kitchen is aesthetically pleasing and cosy. Your flat in the centre of Alicante is marvellous. People are jealous of you living in Spain, which beats the USA any day!
If you eat dinner at 9 p.m. that’s considered early in Spain, it can be 10 p.m. or even later!
Amazon will leave parcels with a neighbour or nearby business, if you have a chat with them beforehand. You can also offer to reciprocate for your neighbours' packages.
Disfruta!
I would much rather live in Spain than the U.S. My reasons are different from others, but I would not miss having a car for one. I loved taking the train between Madrid, Sevilla, and Malaga ❤ I also like walking around the city and discovering new places! Love this vlog Ale🎉
So glad you are adapting to the new location and lifestyle. Less is more in a different way of thinking.
puedes pedir las cosas a domicilio en los supermercados si no las puedes llevar en coche y si vivis en Madrid, podeis ir a las afueras a los pueblos de alrededor o al resto de Epaña tanto en autobús como en metro o tren
Hi Ale👋🏼LOVE your new hair! And that color blue looks great on you! I absolutely love your videos even more so since you moved to Spain! YAY for you & your sweet family! 🎉🎉🎉Sending much love to you all💕💕💕
Great video! I hope to see more like this!! ❤
Completely understand living with less is the ultimate contentment. We downsized and I live in a much smaller and “older” space but we’re happy and content also. 😊
Thanks for another great video my dear❤ I wish all the good things
Thank you! You too!
Since they do everything later there do their work schedules and schools start later too? I would love that because it would give more time to relax or do some things at home before starting the day.
yes, most businesses open later and the work day ends later as well.
Tener una enorme cocina para usar menos de la mitad, con un automóvil para hacer de todo menos caminar, espacios enormes para nada, y desear cosas que no se necesitan, puede ser un sueño en USA pero es una pesadilla en España, como por ejemplo que cualquier inútil pueda comprar un arma.
I would like a part 2. Love your content 🎉🎉
Thanks for sharing. Have an amazing weekend. 👍
I'm so glad to see where you are at right now - your not so fancy kitchen, you walking and using public transport, buying less etc. It's real ❤
Great vlog, Ale.
Thank you!!
My mom is french(France) and she has mentioned how different French-Canadian french is from France french.
Yes, please, vlog a part 2.
Living in Spain is healthier...You exercise more and eat better...And you don't have to worry about the doctors bills like here in the US if you get sick
Due to all that walking done daily , you’ll see senior citizens walking without any assistance.i love Spain and is my dream to live there at least part time, not sure which part yet.
The US isn’t what it was anymore and that’s the hard truth, anyone saying otherwise is completely blind, I’ve visited Spain countless times and have family there and I absolutely love it, as soon as I can I’ll leave the US and move over there, I love it, it’s a different world.
@@joseadorno292 I totally agree with you. So sad what our beautiful country has become. I wish you luck in your future move 🙏
@@janebarscz5130Canada is so different these days too. If I were 20 years younger I would consider changing Countries.
Places change nothing stays the same. I am from Los Angeles and most places have changed or don't exist anymore which makes me sad. However, I have traveled to many countries and I am always glad when I return to my city. The rest of the country is a different story, I would never live in any other state or city in the US. The only other city I have loved almost as much is Tokyo.
Where in Spain?
@@janebarscz5130 Thank you🤍
I see more businesses being closed on Sundays. Like the smaller stores in the US. I live in So cal.
It definitely wasn’t like that for me growing up in SoCal
@@WonderfullyAle maybe it's a new thing recently because I am orginally from Nor cal and it wasnt like that up there
Love your vlog love were you live, you home will always be with your family it’s so true and your apartment is just a lovely home ❤️❤️❤️
You're definitely getting your steps in!!!
Part 2, 3, 4 and so on Please! I LOVE hearing and seeing the difference of Cultures. THANK YOU FOR SHARING Your Life there❤. Thank You, Thank You, Thank You Ale!!!
Will do!!
I'd love to see a part 2. I agree that your new life has so many attractions. What was the motivation to move to Spain?
We've always loved spain, and we just decided to move here! We also have family here, so that helps!
I must have missed the video, are you not working for any airlines now? Still love your vlogs keep them coming.
I'm on leave right now.
Get yourself one of the old lady shopping trolleys. Will 100% help with your shopping....
I have one 😊
You are living a dream of many American people. My husband is ready to move to Spain any day! Don’t listen to haters with no manners or life experience. Big kitchen can’t make you happy 😂
I am proud of you and how you are embracing the change 🤍🤍🤍
Nice! Thanks for satisfying some of my curiosity. Yeah, the majority US economy is based on consumer spending. Especially in Orlando with addition to their services industry. So, I can imagine the cultural change in that aspect.
Well said!
Ale as long as you and your family are healthy and happy that is all that matters. I do think people are more contented in Spain, late lunches families can get together eat and chat. Lovely that everywhere is closed on Sundays. Definitely more family time and talking. I think you are settling in very well and cooking lots of lovely meals. Enjoy your weekend. 🙏💖🌠🇨🇦
Thank you! I definitely agree!
Me gustó mucho el video! Tengo muchas ganas de visitar España, desde que vi el pan con tomate que comes, hago algo parecido en casa, muy 😋. La gente que piensa negativa y hace ese tipo de comentarios negativos , es por q nunca han visitado otros países, entonces tienen una mente cerrada. Bendiciones 🙏🏼
Que rico! A mi me encanta el tomate, asi que el pan con tomate es perfecto!
Seguro que los cambios a veces son difíciles pero siempre hay algo positivo en ellos y pensando como madre podrás estar tranquila mientras tus hijos están en el colegio sin peligro . No todo es perfecto en 🇪🇸 pero sí somos personas acogedoras siempre con las excepciones de cualquier sociedad
I can see how coming from car dependent cities like Orlando and Dallas could be culture shocked by living in a walkable city.
Was wondering what made you want to move? Also, what does George do for a living? Would love to see places in Spain.
I have a whole video explaining why we wanted to move :)
Yo hago una compra grande cada 15 días y el supermercado me lo trae a casa gratis. Todos los supermercados grandes tienen ese servicio
los que me quedan cerca cobran, y no vale la pena cuando vivo a menos de 5 minutos.
I’m happy to watch any and all of your videos but I was curious if you’ll be flying again with your American carrier. Stay well. Enjoy your new country. I love seeing all the new things you and. Your family are experiencing 😊
Maybe at some point, but right now i'm on leave.
Part 2 please
Hi @wondfullyale I just found your channel. My adult kids n I want to move to Europe hopefully next year. Have you been to Italy? We were thinking of Italy.
May I say, you are speaking Spanish, maybe not Castillano but it’s still Spanish. South American Spanish is different, slightly, there are some nuances in Grammar and general vocabulary too. One word I remember was car. In Castillano it is coche and I remember mySpanish Teacher at Secondary school in Trinidad 🇹🇹 saying in S America it was caro/carro. Don’t know if it’s changed but that always stuck with me. Anyway, good luck and best wishes.
Yea, a part 2 would be great....also more flight attendant vlogs would be great 👍
It'll be a while for those vlogs, since i'm on leave right now.
@@WonderfullyAle o ok 👍
I think that your apartment looks very nice.
Nyc and Madrid is not that different in some ways .
I also lived in the U.S. City with the most People from Madrid in the World. MIAMI
Opportunities in general are better in the U.S but that depends so does the Lifestyle (allways depends on the area wherever you are)
I would argue Spain is Great
Not Perfect but I feel at home there
Lots of Festivities often with a Religious background ,
the small and huge Events like no other
I love that there is authentic Culture instead of Multiculturalism.
And I like the Regional differences.
I assume you are in Madrid
That is good Choice for a young Professional.
Are you at Swallow coffee shop? That looks like this cute coffee shop my husband and I went to in June on our trip to Alicante! We love it there so much! I love watching your life there. Also hello from a United flight attendant! x
no, I was at Madness! But Swallow Coffee Shop is in my list of coffee shops to visit.
Same way in Mexico ..... I would go to stores and they were closed from 2 to 4: 00pm ..... Now this was in small towns in Mexico I'm not sure about the big town but I'm sure it's the same!!
I keep hearing that it's the same in mexico!
I think your place is great. So close to everything.
Do you plan on going back to flying/working for your airline?
Do they have leases on cars. That would be different
they do!
More than culture when it comes to eating hours and lifestyle, it is a historical fact that comes back to spanish Civil War and the dictator Franco and Hitler being very good friends. Franco wanted Spain to be synched with Berlin so he decided to use their time zone (before that we were using the correct GMT). Yes those little rarities despots and dictators tend to have.
This affects us in the time we just...live. Time zones are synched with the sun and our lives too. When in Berlin the morning starts (usually around 6am) it is still dark night (not Dark Knight) in Spain but because we use their time (I don't know how to name it in English) it is 6am for us too but physically it is 5am. That's why we start our day between 1 and a half (average) hours later than most countries. And that's why we eat, finish working, go to sleep equally later.
Spain is lovely. Thank you for sharing. Please share healthcare practices in Spain. Would love to see that. The USA isn't what it was. Not to mention retirement in the USA is super expensive. So happy for you Ale!
Will do!
Saludos. Solo informar que en España hay cinco comidas al día. Desayuno, ligero, almuerzo a media mañana mas contundente. La comida entre 1 y 3. merienda a media tarde y cena a partir de las 21 horas. Saludos y que la felicidad te acompañe.
The walking thing. We have just got back to the UK from Orlando on vacation. I am used to getting around in my electric wheelchair, everywhere. but Orlando was definately set up for cars and getting the wheelchair in and out of a car to just go a couple a minutes down the street just because there was no pavement or you didnt know there would be a pavement was very hard for me to comprehend. Also I dont know if this is a cultural thing but here in the UK when we walk our dogs we alway use Poopy bags and pick up after them. While staying at a dog friend hotel in Orlando just after the evacuation I saw multiple dogs walked and their owners never picked up after them is this a "thing" in the USA and what about Spain?
En España los dueños ecogen los excrementos de sus perros, suelen existir dispensadores de bolsas en los parques para ello
1.Are planning on staying in Spain long term?
2. Are you still a flight attendant?
3. How far from the beach are you?
👋😎 Greetings from across the pond.
I've seen news articles about rain and flooding in Spain. I hope you all are safe.
By the way: Does the rain in Spain fall mainly on the plain? 😂
Making adjustments to your habits 😂❤
part 2 please. I have a question. how much is the rent for a 2 or 3 bedroom apt over there compared to the same 2 or 3 bedroom apt in USA? I'm asking because I don't know what size apt you have there. I know there furnished there and not here. but just the difference between Apt's. a big shock is you have to take the boys on a city bus to school. and here they ride a school bus. also there school day is shorter. Is the school year the same amount of months? thank you for sharing.
it's hard to say, because there are a lot of factors that play into this. but when we were looking for apts, they would range between 700-1300 euros. depending on the area, and if the owners were trying to take advantage because we were coming from the US.
Do you find yourself trying to live/eat etc the way you did in the US? Do families that are from Spain live the same ways generally that you guys are or are you living an Americanized version of Spain? If that makes sense
Not having a decent clothes dryer would be hard for me to deal with, and not having a shower curtain or glass door is shocking. Not sure about Spain but I was shocked when we got to Florence and there was a shower and NO curtain OR door. LOL My niece had a "we room" bathroom in Copenhagen where the hand held shower head was hung on the side of the sink and the bathroom was all time and it was a wet room. Hilarious. You can see I pick the MOST important things.
Don't worry, there is a gal on here that lives in France and explains differences all the time. She also says it's not good, or bad, it just is. That's how it's done in France and WE in the US do it differently.
Frankly I LOVE the public transportation in Europe. It is so great to be able to get around and it's easy to use and if you are careful how you do it, it's pretty affordable.
In spain we have shower curtains and glass doors, yes. Im surprised other places dont have that 😮.
The clothes dryer thing... I never had one and never needed it😅 also why waste electricity for that when I can just simply put it outside? It may take a little to dry, but I mean, I have more clothes haha.
But yes, its how you said. Its just different ways of doing things.
ALE, ANY VIDEO YOU POST DEAR IS GOING TO BE WONDERFUL 😍. I ❤ TO WATCH THEM ALL. DAY IN THE LIFE, GROCERY HAULS, VACATIONS, FLIGHT ✈️ ATTENDANT ONES....ALL GREAT 👍. YOU'RE AN AMAZING MOTHER AND WIFE. TAKE CARE DEAR AND GOD BLESS YOU 🙏✨. PS I'D ❤ TO SEE SOME OLD CHURCHES AND MUSEUMS WITH PAINTINGS FROM THE LOCALS AND MASTERS.
Thank you so much for your kind comment! ♥️
The US is one of a kind it’s beautiful. We have so many unlimited amount of resources I go back-and-forth between Europe and the US I live in the US but the lifestyle that I have here in the US is minimalistic so whether I’m here in the US or Spain/Europe they’re both the same for me. :)
Spain more similar to the USA compared to Italy or France..
(Holland, Spain, Sweden & UK are very similar to the USA..)
How interesting.
Spain is the opposite of go go go. It’s more meh whenever. It’s great
Yes I agree! To be honest, it's been my biggest struggle, but it's all mentality change.
I was just reading something about how the Spanish language differs between Spain and Latin America (no, I only speak English…..but was curious).
@BobelSilencioso-g2iThat's not true in my opinion. Spanish from Spain (aka european spanish) is very different from Latin American spanish.
As someone who speaks both, I can still understand British english with no problem (besides a few words) but I can get by with no problem. Spain spanish is so different. Things are articulated differently, different words etc.
@BobelSilencioso-g2i you’re telling me I’m not bilingual? 🤣 I am fluent in Spanish, I grew up I. A Spanish only speaking household. I stand by what I said. Also, I went to school in El Salvador as well.
Bueno, como dicen en inglés, we will agree to disagree. Mucha gente esta de acuerdo conmigo. Y es un tema, que esta super dividido.
I’m curious if you still work for your airline:). If so how does that work.
Marie
She explained it in her vlog last week 😊
I'm still employed with my airline, but i'm not flying at the moment. I'm on leave.
Curious how you are working
I'm not working right now. I'm on leave.