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  1. arielm

    Engaging Tv Series In Spanish Please...

    Hola friends, My Castellano could really benefit by me becoming addicted to some Spanish language TV show...My comprehension is pretty good at this point. Any suggestions? I will watch online. I am more than open to the show NOT being Argentine (in theory that i will one day return to the US...
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    Fluent English Speaking Cognitive Or Behavioral Shrink?

    Anyone have good experiences with a shrink to help with assimilation issues? Not a full-on Freudian analyst, but just a sane english speaking person to listen to my crap and help me remain sane/positive/sorted? We moved her (argentine husband, 2 young boys) 2 months ago and I'm feeling a...
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    Fun Classes For Young Kids?

    hi friends - I have two sons and would love to find them some fun classes like we used to do at home (music, gymnastics, tae kwan do) Do any of you know of any kid-classes near Palermo Chico? Particularly for the 2 1/2 year old would be very appreciated! He will start jardin at Club de Amigos...
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    Where To Get Plain Greek Style Yogurt Or Organic Plain?

    we've only been here 2 weeks, but i can't figure out where to get not-super-sweet yogurt. I lived on greek style yogurt in the US (organic to boot) - i'd be so happy to give my kids something akin to plain yogurt and add a little sweet stuff but what i'm finding is so sugary. Any alternatives...
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    Used Furniture? Cheap/cute Kids Furniture?

    Where do you buy furniture/kids stuff? We just rented a very partially furnished apartment, and need to get 2 beds for the kids, some bean bags, storage bins..used would be great since we'll only be here 18 months. Oh, and a TV. GRACIAS!
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    Live By Las Canitas Or By Malba/club De Amigos

    Hi Friends, We are debating between 2 apartments - one in las canitas and one in a really nice tower with pool/gym right by Malba and Club de Amigos. Do any of you have strong opinions on which area? We have 2 young kids. Is by Malba dangerous because it's so fancy?
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    Best Cell Phone Carrier? Moviestar Or Claro?

    Any opinions on which carrier/plan es mejor? GRACIAS!
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    Safest Neighborhoods For Families?

    What are the SAFEST neighborhoods for a family to live in? Today we were in Plaza San Martin at a nice cafe, and my purse was stolen non-violently, but gone in a second, leaving me feeling a little more concerned with safety than I already was. Is Plaza San Martin a bad neighborhood for...
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    Schools For Sweet Boys

    Hi guys - i hope i'm not over posting here! Everyone has been so helpful. So, this may sound strange, but i wanted to get any potential input on where to send my very sweet 6 year old son to school. He's sensitive, enthusiastic, not 'girly' but certainly not macho or athletic. His spanish is...
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    How Did You Find Your House/apt?

    Hi friends, Sorry to intrude - but can i ask where you live and how you found your housing? And, if you have kids, where they go to school? We are looking for between 14-18 month rental for a family of 4 who's used to living with lots of quiet and space! We would love to find something...
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    Arriving With Lots Of Suitcases Ok?

    hi friends, any recent input on getting through customs with lots of suitcases? we are not planning on bringing anything valuable, but just a lot of stuff. we're coming for almost a year with 2 young kids and i have tons of toys, clothes, etc. that i want to bring. My husband, who's an...
  12. arielm

    Playdate For Kids Just Coming From Us?

    Hi Amazing community, I feel a little weird writing this, but I was wondering if any of you have young kids and wouldn't mind meeting us for a playdate? My sons are 2 1/2 and will be 6 on June 12th. My almost 6 year old is the one i'm really worried about - he's very social and since we've...
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    How Cold Does It Get?

    Hi superpeople who are saving my sanity as we prep to move in June. I have been to BA many hot months, but never for winter. But, we're moving in late June. So, how cold does it get? I read high 50s and that doesn't sound too cold - and rainfall is less in July than January. But, is it a...
  14. arielm

    How Do You Get Your Us/english Tv Fix?

    We're about to move down and i'm embarrassed to ask, but curious - how do you get US TV shows? Will I say goodbye to The Colbert Report for good? I have little understanding, but is there any device i should buy here before coming? An Apple TV box? A slingshot? THANK YOU! Is it correct that you...
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    Lincoln School Or Belgrano Day Or Arco Iris?

    hi friends, i am so hoping by a miracle that some of you can give me your thoughts! We are still in the US and will be moving to BA in late June. My 6 year old son just got his 'acceptance' to Lincoln school, and they want a $1000 deposit. It's a lot, but if it's the best place for him, we'll...
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    What Would You Bring From Usa For Move?

    I'm so glad i found this group! Hi! My Argentine husband, 2 american sons and I are moving to BA for 18 months in June. After reading about how shipping is a nightmare, I think we're going to just take what we can on our flight. Do any of you have advice about what is worth bringing based on...
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