Headed to Buenos Aires, 1996

We're headed to Buenos Aires. Don't be nervous. don't assume. Don't go crazy. don't spend too much time, too much money. Why are you coming here? Where are you going next? How do you intend to get along? Breathe deeply. Build a sort of foundation of experience to make this happen smoothly. What questions need to be asked each time. How much do you charge? How long will this take? Which bus goes there? Don't be in a hurry if you can manage it. 10 years of some kind of waiting ends today so your heart is beating wildly. In the end you'll smile about it, and you'll thank yourself for getting over all the fear that's held you back.

I want to see the beauty of the place, feeling the combination of history, nature, culture, anger, happiness, fear, inspiration that carved its name into the continent in boldest of letters. The hearts of Borges, Cortázar, and countless other creators are beating here if you put your ear to the right street lamp.