BSE - 25 - UR - SS

Before our departure we had heard many times that we had to eat steak as much as possible while in Argentina. We had tried to seek out such the perfect steak and failed in BA. Puerto Iguazu turned out to be the place to go. After a relaxing day we joined a group of fellow travellers and steak lovers to hunt for the perfect steak. Eric, a new friend had experienced one at an asian fusion place down the road - our first stop. Unforuntatly the chef was sick that day so we continued on to a few different places(all of which were overpriced and crowded) before giving up in dismay. Our second choice for dinner; cheap pizza. The front patio of the restuarant we chose was crowded so we asked if we could sit in the back - the man quickly agreed and set up a table for us. Wine was poured and we chose to try the steak special - what could we lose? To our surprise the appetizer and salad's were decadently garnished and delicious. As the "asado" was placed infront of us we drew in our breath in anticipation of what was to come... Grilled to perfection, a layer of salt and pepper glazing the surface our first bite melted in our mouths. Conversation ceased as our senses exploded in satisfaction. THE BEST STEAK EVER.

Our next destination: Montevideo Uruguay. In order to get there (from Puertu Iguazu) we hopped on another bus (semi cama-a lower class of seating than last time) it was like a plane ride where the turbulance never stopped. Unfortunatly, turbulant rides mean upset stomachs and the little boy sitting next to Sarah retched through the night. 14 hours and our entire ipod playlists later we were dropped off by the side of the highway. Two taxis sat awaiting potential customers and along with a Swedish woman we rode across the border to URUGUAY! At the bus station/ mall we waiting another three hours before commencing on the final stretch of our journey. What turned out to be a 7 hour ride finally came to an end in the hot and humid capitol city Montevideo.

Our first few days were spent settling into our hostel, getting to know fellow Canadians and spending time with Leo and Alicia (the old neighbours of the Gray family - when we lived here). They drove us around all afternoon showing us the countryside. A picnic lunch by the river, a view from a fort of the city and a visit to our old house. It was exciting for Jason and Sarah to see where they had lived and Alicia and Leo shared memories and were happy to visit with us once again.

We have been looking forward to take spanish lessons and decided on Montevideo. Our spanish school began yesterday, and we have enjoyed the first two lessons. We made two friends from Boseman Montana who are in our class and a few other friends during 'recess'. Its weird to have homework again but we hope that the experience will pay off in the end and we will be able to feel more comfortable communicating in day to day life.

Chau! Chau!

Kayawazoo and Sarizzle.