I have been in Malaga for nine delightful days now and have fallen into a pattern that my friend Jim and I like to refer to as triple “A” days.  Art gallery each morning, Architexture in the afternoon and Alcohol at dusk.  Works wonderfully well and is synonymous with the relaxed and balanced lifestyle of the Malagueans.

I am so grateful to have such a dear friend visiting – someone to laugh and share experiences with.  We ramble about together, each of us noticing different things about this fine city that has so easily stolen my heart.

With so many art galleries and museums within walking distance it’s a breeze to pop in for a few hours each morning to soak up some culture .  My favourite here remains the small Picasso museum – the one I visited very first. Love that man! He makes me look at the world through new eyes.

Picasso y mi

The architecture here reflects the history of Malaga with Moorish and Roman influences.  The buildings are low, nothing over about 8 stories which makes the sky seem more spacious.  Columns and decorative alabaster, beautiful fountains, squares to gather in, and cathedrals to worship in. There are also examples of modern architecture but both old and new reflect an element of grace.  I could stare at the cathedral forever and seeing the spire out my apartment window each evening, lit with such soft light, takes my breath away.