We try to get an authentic language experience every day. These experiences usually come at a cost. We talk with clerks, servers, vendors and other people who are willing to exchange some of their Portuguese for some of our money. Free lessons require creativity and often involve the dog. We like to take him to the Cachorrodromo in Campeche. It is the biggest dog park on the island and it's a win-win. He plays with other dogs and we use him as conversation bait. We tend to get comments about his looks, whether or not he bites and his energy. All conversation is good conversation, so we always engage. We do pretty good now that we know what to listen for and have some answers ready. If we can respond to the person's first question or comment, they usually slow down and chat us up a little. Maybe they will give Keppy a pat or kick his ball. If we stare blankly they just move on.
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