An easy day in Barcelona

We took it easy today and stayed in pjs for brunch in the apartment. Everyone needed a day respite from our hectic touring schedule. Around noon, we headed to a playground a few blocks from our apartment. The boys played for an hour, while we chatted it up with another American family on holiday from an army base in Germany. Nate was delighted to have an english-speaking playmate.

After the playground we headed toward Passeig de Gracia for lunch. Panicked by the boys increasing whinging, I made the very poor decision to eat at the Chicago Pizzeria. They had a kids menu and it was very casual. Well, despite the crowds of locals, the food was inedible. In fact, the lump of greasy cheese is still sitting in my stomach several hours later.

To digest properly, we walked across the street to a Gaudi designed building. Formally known as Casa Mila, nicknamed La Pedrera, for its stone/cave-like appearance. The boys protested, but once we were inside, their imaginations were caught by the undulating walls and mosaics. We had to circle the roof deck 3 times, after which, I was a bit queasy. The replica of a 1920's apartment particularly struck them. "Mommy, look at the kitchen! I found the old toilet! Is this the kid's room? We have a tricycle like that!"

By the time we exited the building it was time for siesta and afternoon snacks at the local patisserie. Jacob tried one of every pastry. Nate had nothing. "So there!"

Mom has a bit of an eye infection, and my cheesy dinner and lunch are still sitting heavy in my stomach, so we will see what is on the agenda for tomorrow.