Monthly Archives: February 2009

Madrid-born Penélope Cruz wins Oscar

Posted on February 23, 2009 by MadridMan

Last night, 22 February 2009, Alcobendas-Madrid-born Penélope Cruz won the Academy Award for the Best Supporting Actress for her role as “María Elena” in the 2008 Woody Allen film, “Vicky Cristina Barcelona“. It’s a proud day for Spain, Spaniards, Spanish … Continue reading →

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It’s All About the Bag

Posted on February 22, 2009 by MadridMan

Today’s blog entry is one I’ve had on my mind for more than a year. I hope today I do this important topic its due justice. People who know Spain and Spaniards know what I’m talkin’ ’bout. And I ain’t … Continue reading →

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Redesigning Websites to stay “Modern”

Posted on February 12, 2009 by MadridMan

We humans must periodically retrain ourselves to stay with the current trends and technologies. MadridMan is no exception. If you haven’t noticed yet, the MadridMan.com FRONT PAGE, Madrid Hostels, and Madrid Apartments pages have taken on a whole new look. … Continue reading →

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Women in the Men’s Locker Room

Posted on February 10, 2009 by MadridMan

Although the title makes it sound like a scene from a sexy porno movie, the fact remains that there are constantly women in the men’s locker room at my gym! On at least 10 different occasions I’ve seen the cleaning … Continue reading →

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When an American is a Spaniard

Posted on February 8, 2009 by MadridMan

Last Friday, when at the gym, I saw a guy there whom I’ve seen at the gym several times. He’s probably about 22 years old, short, rather round, blond hair, blue eyes, wears glasses and Nike weight-lifting shoes. On previous … Continue reading →

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