Saludos

While watching a Vice Guide segment last week, the notion occurred to me that it might not be a terrible idea to record my thoughts and witless rantings about the documentaries and films that I find myself watching for future reference.  As I have studied all things Latin American for some time now, it began to make even more sense to begin collecting ideas and try to make sense of the region, though seemingly fruitless.  The blog idea was solidified when I realized that I could actually publish my mundane musings and asinine mind-dribble online and nobody could stop me, aside from the almighty Google, of course.


Perhaps I should begin by disclosing the fact that I have, as of today, never read a blog.  I'm not even sure what exactly a blog is other than a global platform for individuals to express themselves and, if this is in fact the case, I should probably start reading more of them.

I am by no means an expert in the field of Latin American studies.  While I do hold a B.A. in Spanish with a minor in Latin American studies, the diversity and complexity of Latin American society, culture, politics, economics, and linguistics offers a lifetime of fascinating journeys through a region and a people largely sweep under the rug in the modern global arena.

I suppose alternate purpose of this blog would be to bring increased awareness of the Latin American peoples.  While I have concentrated my studies primarily on socio-political issues and Latin American/U.S. relations, it is another objective of this blog to delve into the rich cultural diversity that is Latin America; that which piqued my interest from an early age.

My first 'real' blog entry that deals with a film will arrive shortly.  I appreciate your taking the time to read and think about my blog and please keep doing so. 

¡Hasta pronto!