From the call from the Ribera del Fresno Radio to say that my letter "Song of the Imagi-NA-©-TION" was the winner , I could not stop smiling . I was eager to know the town, its people, meals ... everything that I like so much when I go to places that do not know. And that this particular text had won a prize satisfied me greatly. I tell you a bit:
moon was full. A phone call and a request. I had to read in the main commercial street of Seville on the occasion of the book, 2009 Nothing more, nothing less than the main commercial street, I thought. In the main commercial street my grandparents met. Both walked like they used to in those days the boys and girls. And the funny thing is that being from the same village (Puebla de Cazalla - Sevilla), were unknown. Came to work both the city and there was where they were forging the first projects for many years after his first granddaughter (me) were reading the same main commercial street, a Love Letter entitled "Song of the Imagi-NA-©-TION" and almost immediately a year later, in this April 2010, the same Letter of Love, won the VII PRIZE LETTERS OF LOVE "RIBERA DEL FRESNO.
I were waiting with a bouquet of red roses on the bed. I had booked the suite. Well ... "we had booked" ... because as the prize for two people ...
and having some drinks there in the Hospedería Posada Trattoria Nostra, where we would enjoy the evening, dinner, breakfast ... Everyone was very polite, friendly and attentive. And I was surprised that among those who welcomed me (Lola, Rosa, Juan Francisco, Manuel, Domenico ...) was an 8 year old daughter, Lola, who read my story right there Don papers while chatted over. Not only that, but the letter I had printed with two pictures of giraffes Turcios, illustrator, also ended up in his hands. What better thing I can ask a child's eyes to behold this little piece Me coming out in each text. has promised me a comment in writing and I look forward. Also I wanted my poetry book "Trujamán" were in the town library and donated with a dedication to all readers from Ribera del Fresno. It's my way of thanking the attention they have had and a way to share the letters. To continue sharing possible worlds.
people could name all the places where we led Juan Francisco, (although most prefer you to see the photos for this article will not much flatter) the director of the Radio, who made a tour guide for all afternoon on Saturday. We appreciate your effort and kindness. The environment itself is beautiful. The great wealth that came to town, have left a legacy of palatial houses and huge houses that are truly wonderful. The same Posada Nostra where we stayed is a mansion of the Marquis de la Corona XVIII century, restored and furnished as lodging and meals that follow the criteria and philosophy of the movement, "Slow"
The place, the room, the patio, the owners ... the food (my mother!, was a dinner that almost kills us of quantity and quality ... we had to unhook everything fastened to continue tasting dishes). It is a quiet, beautiful, with exquisite taste and harmonious. I suggest that once you approach. Worth visiting the site and its owners. Some guys that will make lovely stay very enjoyable and comfortable. Have space for meetings and lectures. Meetings are open to poets and recitals. I think the place is ideal to spend a few days of quiet as well advised as this movement that I think I will point out the full ... Slow.
Then
fishing .... Upon arrival, the noise of water, a real waterfalls that made me miss my sea. The Matalascañas but also other noisy or unknown seas. The sea, the sea .... as Alberti said. What would life be without water. Are privileged to have her there. And with the rains this year, both as fishing piers are overflowing with water. Feel the sound was beautiful and felt like swimming. As seen before if we could. And last night, a small park, very cute, which runs along the water. Or ... that was my feeling.
Finally, my thanks to: Lola, Councillor for Culture and daughter. A Rosana, librarian. A Juan Francisco, director of Radio Ribera. Manuel and Domenico, Posada owners Nostra. I hope not anyone behind me.
It was very nice that a hymn to the imagination is rewarded.
A kiss to all and irrigated plant that is the culture ... you do not miss the food and grow and grow ... like magic bean. Hopefully every award given there was always warmth and closeness and I've been there.
Photos:
I leave some links:
Hospedería Posada Nostra Trattoria
Extremadura Hoy Newspaper (News)
Newspaper: Region Digital - Tierra de Barros (News)
Fresno City Council (News & Charter Published)
http: / / ribera.dip-badajoz.es/index.php/mod.noticias/mem.detalle/idnoticia.32/relcategoria.378/chk.25f7e53bbc7142a663c40aa42c95673b.html Upon exposure of Daniel Rivas Santos Painting
images that inspired the Charter. Illustrator "Turcios"