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    Mailing a book to Buenos Aires

    There is no import tax or ban on books. It was discussed and not implemented. However, the mail system is poor and it may or may not arrive and the time frame is anybodies guess. If it is very important I would send it via Fed/Ex. It is track-able and they will get it delivered directly to their...
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    an under current of despair/depression

    Tourists have a great time anywhere...they are in vacation mode. Relaxed and typically they expect to spend more money than usual so getting ripped off is part of the "charm" and adventure of visiting (key work: visiting) a strange land! They KNOW they are leaving in a week or 2 so it doesn't...
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    Rare imported delicacies found at Carrefour in Corrientes

    Spoken like a true newbie... Just wait until you have been here for a few years and all will be revealed. :eek:
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    Second Hand Bicycle

    I have one that I am selling. It is a 10 speed and quite good for getting around. PM if interested for details (also Palermo area).
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    Getting deposits back on temporary rental

    Unfortunately I have found that owners pretty much think of the deposit as theirs once you hand it over. 90% of them WILL find enough excuses to keep at least a portion of it (if not the entire thing). I usually factor it into the rent as I don't expect to get it back anymore...so, if the...
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    Lady GaGa

    Thank you!
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    Where can I buy art for my apartment?

    Being the creative artistic type guy I am, let me suggest something for you. I have taken a number of my photographs and had them enlarged to huge dimensions (around 50 cm X 50 cm). You can pick the ones according to dominate color if you are trying to accent a wall etc. I find that not only...
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    Did you get your shrink on?

    I went to one for awhile to deal with some issues but as someone above mentioned they seemed to simply want me to continue coming and not really interested in fixing my issues or giving any sort of ending or closure. Almost like going to confession each week...nice but necessary? Not so...
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    Steve Jobs Biography For Sale

    I have a copy of the Steve Jobs bio by Walter Isaacson in hardcover in perfect condition. I have already read it so I am selling it as it quite heavy being 627 pages long! It's a very good read and in English (I had it brought down from the USA). $35 USD 150 pesos
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    Lady GaGa

    Does anyone know when tickets for Lady GaGa are going on sale for her show at River Plate Nov 16th?
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