2016-03-19 18:53
I know it's been years, but if any of my old, loyal, readers are still out there and interested in an update, I am now blogging at Tale of a Trailing Spouse.I hope to see you there. If… Read More
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Diane Mandy does more than obsess about relationships. She also watches reruns of Sex and the City, studies her monthy Cosmo, experiments with double-sided tape, and of course, wishes for world peace.
2016-03-19 18:53
Toward the end of my 14-year stint, living and working in Small Town, USA I experienced lots of "Norm-from-Cheers" moments. It didn't matter where I went -- not only to my favorite hangouts… Read More
2016-03-19 18:53
A couple margaritas with a shot of gran marnier in each certainly soothed my nerves before embarking on a 9-hour, transatlantic flight. Unfortunately, the cocktails also numbed the most impo… Read More
2010-04-18 15:25
Cough, cough. Gasp. I am waving hello to all of those who responded to my last post through a thick, gritty fog, that has enveloped the Martini lounge. Thank you (and Google reader) for reme… Read More
2010-04-14 13:42
It's been almost a year away from the blogsphere and I am wondering whether it is too late to make a comeback. Is anyone out there? Read More
2009-07-22 18:12
I have a salsa lesson tonight--specifically a ladies-only, styling class, However, unlike my last, more traditional class, where a series of new turn patterns and footwork was taught, I am n… Read More
2009-07-22 15:41
This probably isn't going to come as a surprise.After four years, 714 posts, and many wonderful memories, the time has come to close down the Martini Lounge. When I started blogging, origin… Read More
2009-07-16 18:48
When learning a language, there are certain things you're never going to learn by sitting in a classroom.For example, It completely escaped my notice that I had gone the inaugural concert of… Read More
2009-07-16 12:46
The first time I happened upon Barcelona's most naked and notorious resident, my more puritanical American sensibilities felt shocked. And because of his well-placed tatoos, mere illusions t… Read More
2009-07-14 08:36
This is the first day in three weeks that I have been alone and I have to admit I am loving every solitary minute. June (and half of July) flew by in a whirlwind. Half a dozen over-night gu… Read More
2009-06-18 11:21
Max and I hosted our first shindig in Barcelona on the roof of our building. We ordered Lebanese food and hired a belly dancer. All in all, I think it was a success Read More
2009-06-15 14:53
Not really, but I am enjoying life in Barcelona that much. Being out and about, soaking up both the Mediterranean sun and culture is producing one bad side effect however. I'm not blogging… Read More
2009-06-01 09:29
Max and I are celebrating our 2nd anniversary this week by...Staying here....Visiting here...And indulging in a little of this Read More
2009-05-28 22:55
Exhibit A: Tapas including Pimientos de Padrón (some sort of fried peppers and MY FAVORITES), as well as feta and tomatoes, and cod crochetsExhibit B: Charlie, my usual lunch partner… Read More
2009-05-28 09:44
What I heard from my balcony until 4a this morning.Congratulations.Now can I get some sleep? Read More
2009-05-27 17:19
When you think of famous, romantic cities, which ones come to mind?Venice? Rome? Paris? Based on my short time here, I am beginning to think Barcelona should be on the top of any 'Most Roman… Read More
2009-05-26 14:04
2009-05-23 15:36
No, I'm not speaking about the Glam rocker!Rather, an American cocker, my personal Idol, who since his earliest days as a pup has displayed his own sort of ambiguity.At first, I tried to rat… Read More
2009-05-22 07:45
You can take the girl out of Germany, but can you take the hausfrau out of the girl?Let's hope so.When I became a stay-at-home housewife in Germany, I inadvertently adopted a low-maintenance… Read More
2009-05-21 08:02
Today I made it my mission to find a free and working, open wireless connection in Barcelona. You would think this not to have been a difficult task. After all, plenty of coffee shops and… Read More
2009-05-20 20:38
Sometimes I think I ought to re-title my blog. Instead of Martinis for Two it would be called:Living Almost PerfectThe search for good Mexican food in EuropeThis is because with the exceptio… Read More
2009-05-13 06:25
I am writing to you from 35,000 feet up as I fly back from Ungstein, having successfully completed the first stage of a relocation to yet another country. Our German home now sits empty. And… Read More
2009-05-05 17:32
Another new hair color. Why not? Read More
2009-04-29 14:01
The number of days from the time I purchased my mobile phone for Spain until I the time I lost it (and all the phone numbers I have collected)?30In fact, "idiot" might be to weak a word Read More
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