Smoke and Mirrors

One of the most important rules to live by in Madrid is to get a pocket camera and take it with you, everywhere. Everytime you leave the house you better have that camera, because you never know what you'll run into. Adventure turns up in the most unexpected places.


I would describe this as a 'double take'. It something I've only seen in movies. Whether it's a car bomb, magic wand, or grenade, it's only been done by Hollywood before in such a civilazed location.

This was one of those 'double take' moments. Something that happens and you realize once again where you are...followed by the alarming wonder of the country's laws and regulations, rights, and any other crazy thing that crosses your mind when you aren't familiar with your surroundings.

Alright, so it was more like five or six takes...while at a cafe I looked into the mirror on the back wall...which showed nothing less than a van on fire. It took a bit to put two and two together. But yep, it was real.

I miss Madrid. The excitement never ends.

Photo credited to Caroline Weldon

"Something tells me we should back up a couple of feet..."-CW




You should have seen that fire truck.

-mb