“ "Me gustaria a conocer otras personas que practican espanol. I've been using spanishforums.org but it's a small community so far. They are having a contest to give away Rosetta Stone Spanish language learning software if anyone is interested. " ”

“ Always been interested in Holistic Health and self-help things... So when will the first meet up be?! ; ) ”

“ I'm planning on going to South America this summer and have been out of practice for about four years. Looking to get back into the swing of things. ”

“ Working mom looking for new creative outlets. ”

“ Mucho gusto! ”

“ Expand my territory! ”

“ hola - que honda, mis nuevos amigos? me llamo brandon y acabo de movarme aqui desde washington, DC. De hecho, oi de esta programa en una aticulo lo que lei en el washingon post. pues, hasta pronto! ”

“ Hello... just want to meet new people over a good cup ;) ”

“ Me llamo Nicole. Mi madre es de El Salvador. Quando era nina, mi abuela vivia con mi familia. Pero, ella regreso a El Salvador y me olvide (s?) bastante de la lengua. Tambien, estudie espanol en la universidad, pero tengo que practicar. ”

“ Hola a todos! Bueno, soy the Venezuela y me encantaria conocer a gente latina or que hable Español aqui en Austin. Nos vemos pronto! ”

“ Viví en Nicaragua por dos anos. No he hablado ni practicado Español por casi cuatro anos. Quisiera practicar hablando antes de regresar a Nicaragua en tres semanas. ”

“ Buenas. Acabo de ir a Costa Rica para aprender español. Viví en Costa Rica por 5 meses y cuando llegué en Costa Rica no sabía nada en español. Todavía no hablo fluido y tengo problemas con hablar. ¡Entonces, tengo que seguir practicando! Que bue ”

“ Hi, everyone, It's Arthur from Taiwan. I am interested in Japanese language, and wish to be good friends with everyone. Thanks. Arthur ”

“ Yo quiero practicar mas porque mi nina esta aprendiendo espanol con su ninera. ”

“ ¡Hola! Espero que podré encontrar otros hispanohablantes aquí para pasar el tiempo pensando en otras idiomas. ”

“ Hello My name is Michael, I am pretty easy going, I have a lot of hobbies. Chess, Arts, golf, pretty much everything to much to list. I'm recently married 2nc time around for me. I hope goes well, another reason for getting my Spanish well. See ya ”

“ Hi everyone, I just moved to Seguin, TX for the summer from Pittsburgh, and I'm looking to keep up with my foreign languages while I'm here. I'm moving to Munich in August, so finding a place to speak German is of particular importance right now... ”

“ Oops -- I just saw the "girl" word in this group! How do I unsubscribe? ”

“ Hi everyone, I am interested in meeting people with similar interests as myself. ”

“ Hola amigos! I am a lover of all things Latin in culture, and I have traveled in many countries south of our border as well as studied in Mexico and Costa Rica. I hope to meet with others looking to practice and improve their Spanish as well! ”

“ Hola y como estamos? Me llamo Bo y tango muchisimo ganas de aprender hablar Espanol bueno. Nos vemos pronto. ”

“ Hi everyone! I'm relatively new to the area...I'm a grad student at Texas State and I'm looking forward to meeting new people and making friends! Have a great day!! ”

“ Hi everyone... This seems like a fun way to attempt to practice Spanish and socialize! ”

“ Hola, Espero poder conocerlos en la proxima reunion. ”

“ hola!!! ”

“ Hola. Me llamo Daniella. Estoy una professora de los ninos. Hablo un poco espanol. I would love to be able to practice more of the language to get in touch with my spanish/mexican roots. ”

“ I'm looking forward to tackling the Spanish language took a few years of it in high school and college, but trying to get it more on a conversational level, so I can travel to Spain, etc. ”

“ I live in Austin, but was born in Dallas with Acapuco as my 2nt home. Learned how to Rock in Spain and Roll in the bak of a warehouse, Dancing the night away to House. just to find I still love my Punk Rock girl. ;) ”

“ Hi everyone! I've studied Spanish forever (it seems like). Studied in Spain in 01, go to Spain twice a year. In March, I'll be marrying a Spaniards...so it would probably be beneficial to know what they were saying :). Need all the HELP I can get! ”

“ I'm 34, looking for FUN & new experiences. Almost all my friends are married. I'm looking to make new friends. I used to teach science. I now work for the govt. I can be funny. I'm caring, considerate, open minded, good listener & out of space. ”

“ I am deeply committed to personal integration, and developing myself as a beneficial and benevolent aspect. I love to support others, and work in teams. I approve of carefully selecting members who are ready to move their lives. ”

“ Hi ! Healing is a big part of my life ...Andy ”

“ Hello everyone. I'm here to improve my spanish before going to latin america with the peace corps. Hasta luego. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because Futbol is the ultimate spectator sport - what a fast sport! Things can change in a minute and these guys run for 90+ minutes - truly the ultimate athletes! ”

“ Just recently relocated from Los Angeles to Austin and greatly miss My Trance. Anything here in Austin: live venues, dance clubs, private parties, raves, etc.? EEEK...I can feel My body going N2 shock...haven't been out in weeks...please help... ”

“ I enjoy social dancing and would like to meet other who do. ”

“ Hi! Spanish is my second language which I don't get to practice enough. This is a great opportunity to practice the language, eat mexican food and meet and help others. ”

“ ¡Hola! ¡Qué gusto que haya un grupo interesado en practicar español! Siendo mi lengua materna, me es más fácil hablar y escribir en español que en inglés. Espero conocerlos pronto. - Lulu ”

“ I am a 2nd grade teacher. I once spoke French pretty fluently, and am now trying to learn Spanish. I have visited San Miguel the last two summers and studied Spanish there. ”

“ I have studied various forms of dance over the years and have always been intrigued with flamenco music/dance. ”

“ I am new to Austin and looking to meet like-minded people. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because i want to meet moms that are sometimes stressed out and just need a friend. Also moms who want to have fun always with their children in mind ”

“ I started this meetup because there were dozens of people interested in one & the time was right (since we'd just entered the ALCS). I think I'd rather follow than lead in this case, however, so maybe someone else can start this up again next spring? ”