The article recounts a couple's journey from Scotland to Barcelona, driven by a desire for adventure and a chance to unwind after a job change. The initial excitement of living in a vibrant city soon encountered challenges, particularly the language barrier. Though the narrator attempted to immerse herself in the local culture and language, she found that vacation-level Spanish was inadequate for deeper connections and understanding daily life. The experience highlights both the joy of pursuing dreams and the complexities of adapting to a new environment.
I realized it wasn't built to last. It was hard to fully integrate without being fluent in the local languages.
I didn't appreciate how hard it would be to fully feel part of the city without being fluent.
I threw myself into trying to become fluent in Spanish, since I already knew some of the basics.
As European citizens, we also had the option to stay if things worked out.
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