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Equine therapy in Madrid

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Jul29
Madrid is a majestic city with an unsurpassed beauty, rich from the historical and architectural point of view. This European city has managed to consolidate alternative therapies as a tool for the well-being of human beings. Hence, far and wide as well as in the vicinity of the city of Madrid there are different venues where equine therapy practices are carried out. For this important reason we will mention the medical centers that apply the alternative therapy of equine therapy in Madrid. The horse has an important place in the city of Madrid, since the Zarzuela Racecourse is located. In the Zarzuela is where the main equestrian competitions of Madrid are realized. Additionally, the horse also intervenes in citizen security because it is part of the Madrid police as well as two other cities in Spain. In addition to this, the horse has a role as co-therapist in each of the centers where they carry out assisted therapy with horses. Equine therapy has multiple benefits and is indicated for a significant number of diseases and conditions in humans. Equine therapy: How horses are helping teens' mental health | ITV NewsWatch this video on YouTube Equine therapy in Madrid Equine therapy in Madrid has become a very popular therapy. This is enjoyed by patients who have the privilege of attending the sessions of this alternative therapy. This is how every day the equine therapy is gaining more ground not only in Madrid but in other cities of the Spanish country. It should be noted that these equestrian centers where this therapy is carried out have a multidisciplinary team to address each case in a holistic and personalized way. Taking into account that even being the same condition, this can vary from one person to another. Therefore, it is important that they carry out an adequate approach in each case. Next we will proceed to mention some equine therapy centers in Madrid. La equinoterapia entra en la Universidad | SOLIDARIOSWatch this video on YouTube Equine therapy Madrid Sur Equinoterapia Madrid Sur was founded in 2014. The goal of the organization is to improve the quality of life of people with disabilities. For this they have the horses and their environment, which are the main engine of the work carried out by this equine therapy organization in Madrid. The Equinoterapia Madrid Sur organization was established by a team of experts from various professional spaces that deal with social inclusion and disability. These people have training in animal therapy. As well as a trajectory of more than a decade using animals as co-therapists The training and expertise of the professionals who work there is extensive. They know their field and it is necessary to count on professional concessions so that they use in an appropriate way the benefits offered by horse-assisted therapy. In effect, they achieve the objectives of rehabilitation and education in their participants. Equinoterapia Madrid Sur Another important element of the Equinoterapia Madrid Sur organization is the welfare of its animals. The members of this team are people who love, respect and defend the rights of animals. The animals in this case the horses are the fundamental element of the Equinoterapia Madrid Sur organization. Since they are the co-therapists who intervene in each of the sessions that they perform there. Thus the horses become part of the multidisciplinary team. It should be noted that the horses of this institution have their recreation space. They also have the privilege that they are very well cared for, loved and respected. You can visit them on their webpage: https://equinoterapiamadridsur.com/ The “Asociación Al Paso” Asociación Al Paso Another of the institutions that offers the Equine therapy service in Madrid is the so-called “Asociación Al Paso”  (“Al Paso Association”). This organization is made up of a multidisciplinary component of various professionals. Among them we can mention the following one physiotherapist, two psychologists and two teachers of education being these experts in everything related to therapies with horses. The horses of the “Asociación Al Paso” are chosen and trained in order to guarantee an excellent, convincing and effective intervention. Depending on the contribution provided by the different professionals of the “Asociación Al Paso” team together with the advantages of horses and the participation of volunteers. This association is responsible for promoting personal progress, quality of life and social integration of people with different types of disabilities through systemic rehabilitation. Regarding intervention programs, intervention programs for therapy, teaching and recreational activities are developed and disseminated with the horse as a primary therapeutic resource. Likewise, psychological intervention programs are carried out with assisted psychological intervention with horses. On the other hand, training and research are a fundamental element to continue innovating in the field of alternative therapies, dissemination, training and research programs in equestrian therapies are promoted. To carry out this therapy, the relationship with the horse and the nature of the equestrian center is used, thus promoting respect for the environment and animals. Other activities of the Al Paso organization are to benefit the social and labor inclusion of people with disabilities. They also provide care and advice to people with disabilities and their families. Finally, promote the work of volunteering You can visit them on their webpage https://www.terapiasalpaso.org Arrenatura Association This is another Equine therapy organization in Madrid which is called Asociación Arrenatura. This is a non-profit group. Its purpose is to bring the equestrian world closer to people with disabilities. But not only is it also open to people who are interested in this world. The Arrenatura Association is established by a multidisciplinary team with great experience and experience in the procedure and scope of curative, competitive and vocational processes. The goal of this equine therapy organization in Madrid is the care and conservation of all participants. This includes both patients and horses in their coexistence in the same environment. In this way they manage to enjoy nature and establish affectionate bonds. Indeed there is a real inclusion from the family, social and pedagogical point of view. The values promoted by this equine therapy organization in Madrid called Asociación Arrenatura are the following. Responsibility, Equity, Gratitude, Respect, Creativity and Motivation. Therapeutic horseback riding The main mission of the Arrenatura Association provides, through new methodologies, a comprehensive service of animal-assisted therapies. To help improve the quality of life of people. As for the vision, it seeks inclusion thanks to animal passion, thus achieving the exchange of equestrian practices with other entities. The target audience that benefits from the different activities offered by the Arrenatura Association are people with some type of disability. In addition to physical therapies, they also perform stimulation for Early Childhood from the first year of life. Finally, they also offer services to the elderly and people who want to experience something new and recreational with the company of horses. Expanding equine therapy Throughout the article three Equine therapy centers in Madrid could be mentioned. While we can see that the three agree to provide specialized care to people with disabilities we can also notice the differences. Everyone considers the horse as a fundamental element to achieve their goals. Another of the factors in which they agree is that they have highly trained team to carry out a good approach to the cases presented to them. As in Madrid, in other areas of Spain there are also equestrian centers where they carry out assisted therapy with horses. This is one of the alternative therapies that enjoys great popularity today. For this reason it is practiced in Europe and in the rest of the world. If you don’t live in Madrid, tell us where you live so we can help you find equine therapy centers in your region. Equine therapy is changing the way we think and how we interact with this beautiful animal. Share this knowledge with others. We leave you with this TEDx talk video. Bye Alternative Equine Therapy Helping Autistic Children | Mugur Pop | TEDxCambridgeSchoolofBucharestWatch this video on YouTube Sources: https://equinoterapiamadridsur.com/ https://www.terapiasalpaso.org/quienes-somos/ https://www.arrenatura.org/sobre-nosotros/   If you want to know more about Gustavo Mirabal or Equestrian Word, go to: gustavomirabalcastro.online https://twitter.com/gmirabalcastro2 https://twitter.com/gustavomirabalc Linkedin Gustavo Mirabal Web Gustavo Mirabal (Previous Web) https://www.flickr.com/people/161015276@N06/ https://www.instagram.com/gustavomirabal.es https://www.pinterest.com/gustavomirabalcastro https://about.me/gustavomirabal https://bit.ly/2Y63L9v

Asthma in Horses

Asthma in horses

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Jul26
As  humans have problems at the level of the respiratory system, animals have too. In this case the horses are severely affected by this pathology. The main task of the owner is to take the horse to the veterinarian and according to the suggested indications as well as the corresponding treatment. For this reason, in this article we will deal with Asthma in horses It is very important that they take corrective and preventive measures so that the horse’s quality of life is not affected. Since this is a disease that is rarely cured and there may be relapses if due attention is not given to the horse. Hence the importance of properly treating asthma in horses. It should be considered that asthma in horses, as well as in humans, is a chronic disease or condition. There are elements that will help improve but asthma will be latent and therefore we cannot “let our guard down” Achoo! Horses Have Asthma, Too!Watch this video on YouTube How to reduce the risk of an asthmatic crisis in horses In this sense, strict hygiene must be maintained in relation to the spaces where the horse rests. As well as the medications that must be supplied to the horse with asthmatic crises. Asthma in horses or also called equine asthma (AD) afflicts the lower respiratory passage of the horse. It is also associated with problems of the upper respiratory tract that are shown during exercise. Asthma in horses makes these animals more likely to have physical abnormalities of the pharynx. The function that the lungs perform in animals is vital because without these vital organs they could not live. So good health in regards to the airways in the horse is vital. Treament of asthma in horses Vital function of the lungs in the horse As in humans, in animals the lungs play a fundamental role. Because without these organs the existence of life is not guaranteed. Therefore, the lungs are responsible for storing the oxygen in the air and performing the gas exchange with the blood. Because of this, the optimal functioning and cleaning of the airways are essential for an energetic oxygen transport. In this way it allows the horse to achieve high sports performance. The amount of oxygen the horse receives is directly related to the time it takes for the first symptoms of fatigue to appear. Hence, we must be alert for the signs and symptoms of asthma in horses. Nebulizer with steroids for asthma in horses Treatments for asthma in horses At present there is a range of very specific treatments that can be applied by veterinarians in horses diagnosed with asthma. One of the treatments that are still in force and that was proposed more than three centuries ago is the following: Grass in summer and hay wet in winter It is very important to keep a horse in good condition. Since Asthma in horses hinders their quality of life, because the horse gets tired very easily when he suffers from this condition. So if you are subjected to activities where you need to make an important physical effort it will complicate things both for the owner and for the animal. If this disease results, the ideal is to maintain the treatment continuously. Also do not neglect it under any circumstances. Well this can compromise the horse’s life. Purdue College of Veterinary Medicine treats show pony for equine asthmaWatch this video on YouTube Points to take into account to prevent asthma in horses With regard to the health of the horse, so do not show signs and symptoms of a disease related to the lungs. Sometimes it is possible that some type of inflammation or infection occurs at the level of the horse’s respiratory system. If the horse practices a sport or is a participant of races, special attention must be paid since it can significantly reduce performance. The particles found in the environment especially in the air contain various types of molds, dust, mites. As well as other elements that can cause irritation in the mucosa resulting in inflammation in the respiratory tract. This usually happens more frequently when the horse is in the stable As the stable is the area where the horse rests but also where it makes its depositions this tends to accumulate odors of ammonia. Being extremely dangerous for the horse’s health, especially for his lungs, he can activate asthma in horses. Respiratory tract irritation Asthma in Horses When the airways are irritated, the lungs react in three ways. In principle, there is a pronounced reduction in the diameter of the airways in an attempt to limit the introduction of contaminants. An inflammatory response is then visible, therefore increasing mucus production in these affected areas. In effect, the change of respiratory gases in the pulmonary alveoli is hindered. Therefore, it limits the total oxygen received by the cardiovascular system. The consequences of these anomalies associated with asthma in horses means that the performance of the equine is considerably reduced. It is also very possible that the risk of injury increases due to the lack of oxygen in the cells. Preventive measures for asthma in horsesRegarding the feeding of horses suffering from asthma. Fodder should be available with less or no dust. Another valid option is to place the hay soaked for half an hour. The space or bed where the horse sleeps should be as neat as possible. So it must be dust free To strengthen the health of the horse and its respiratory system, it is recommended to combine Antioxidants and Omega 3. In this way it is possible to reduce the inflammation of the airways, this being one of the consequences of asthma in horses. An element that is prohibited in the life of horses suffering from asthma is straw. This should not be part of the diet or the bed As for the fodder it should be soaked. In this way the mold that is so harmful to horses with asthma is being prevented. Stables found in spaces with less traffic have less dust. So it is convenient to take this into account to improve the health of the horses. The fodder must be stored in a separate space, that is, away from the stables Ideally, keep these preventive measures so that asthma in horses disappears or at least reduce relapse. In this way the horse will have a better quality of life.Watch this video on YouTube Prevention is the best option for asthma in horses Veterinary experts point out that one of the factors that usually has a negative impact on the health of horses are respiratory diseases, especially asthma in horses. An optimistic view is that with good care, preventive measures and discipline, the horse can have a better life. So owners and team of the horse farm are urged to keep Asthma at bay. If these horses are highly competitive, their practice in these sports may be compromised. On the other hand, if it is a horse that is subjected to activities of great effort, it will have to make its day more flexible. With proper treatment and prevention you can get the most out of your horse and preserve its health Sources: https://thehorse.com/174747/equine-asthma-and-upper-respiratory-issues-whats-the-link/ https://www.horse1.es/es/publicaciones/blog-de-coby/544-asma-equino-%C2%BFqu%C3%A9-debes-hacer https://gustavomirabalcastro.online/salud/asma-en-los-caballos/   If you want to know more about Gustavo Mirabal or Equestrian Word, go to: gustavomirabalcastro.online https://twitter.com/gmirabalcastro2 https://twitter.com/gustavomirabalc Linkedin Gustavo Mirabal Web Gustavo Mirabal (Previous Web) https://www.flickr.com/people/161015276@N06/ https://www.instagram.com/gustavomirabal.es https://www.pinterest.com/gustavomirabalcastro https://about.me/gustavomirabal https://bit.ly/2Y63L9v

Pieric - Joseph Bouglione

The horse in the circus

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Jul25
Most of us know the multiple uses that have been given to the horse throughout the history of the human being. This has been changing over the years because the horse has been incorporated into the various activities of the performing arts. This is how the role of the horse in the circus becomes relevant depending on the shows in which it participates. The horse takes a leading role in many circuses because it is presented in various choreographies that highlight the steps of the horses. The dance of the horses is a true feat of these intelligent animals. On the other hand, one of the characteristics of everyday circuses is the circular or oval shaped tracks in which the presentations of these are carried out. Circuses exist since ancient times and one of the innovators in this area is Philip Astley. Therefore we will know a little more about Philip Astley Budapest circus - horse showWatch this video on YouTube The horse in the circus and Philip Astley Philip Astley Philip Astley was a military, rider and acrobat from the United Kingdom. His military carreer put him in contact with horses. Military training allow him develop many skills in the art of riding. So this person came up with the brilliant idea that the shape of the circus was circular to facilitate presentations with horses. These took place in the spaces of the Astley Amphitheater specifically in the second cycle of the 18th century. After his career in the military world and close experience with horses, he came up with the idea of riding a number with horses. This project was carried out with the support of his spouse. One of the most outstanding shows produced by Philip Astley is where he stands on a horse while he jogs. So there he discovered that galloping in a closed circle the concentric force stopped him from falling and allowed him to perform extraordinary feats in the circus. The use of the concentric force facilitated the balance for performing the stunts while maintaining spectacularity and safety. This kind of feats that is now common in circuses should be thanked to Philip Astley. This is one of the examples of the role of the horse in the circus and little by little this has evolved. Who was Philip Astley?Watch this video on YouTube Shows designed for the horse in the circus As we have already mentioned, the role of the horse in the circus is reduced to the shows in which this animal participates. Therefore, one of the most popular numbers in the field of circuses is the riders’ turns on horses. The horses made a considerable amount of laps on the track, nodding their athletic riders. They also held hands creating equine rows of unique beauty. The evolutionary shows and the choreographies of the High Spanish Riding School of Vienna were developed in their tour of various countries. ” That one who has more Circus nights under his belt is the one who first enters the Kingdom of Heaven.” Alfredo Marqueríe Undoubtedly, people who have lived experience in high-class circles have witnessed a great show. Those who have witnessed shows with various animals will not have lived in vain. For the vast majority these shows are a very rewarding experience. Likewise, those who have executed can take their life mission for granted or at least this is what the aforementioned Alfredo Marquierie quote conveys. Horse in the circus French company Ô Cirque The French company Ô Cirque has the presentation “Le vent était de la triche”. This event is an equestrian cabaret where they show the pirouettes on horseback, the fixed trapeze and the clown fit with the chanson and the rock. Ô Cirque is characterized by being an equestrian circus, this is close to the idea that Philip Astley instituted. The company Ô Cirque is made up of Gilles Audejean, a frequent and rigorous tamer, with the body carved by the union with the horses. Also part of this team is Christophe Sigognault, clown and theatermacher. One of the curiosities of the circular shapes of the circuses was established by the horse in order to make the trot more fluid. In this way it also facilitated standing up and gymnastics. So the company Ô Cirque refers to what at the time the visionary and innovator Philip Astley raised. We can see how this is one of the circuses that are dedicated to presenting equestrian events. There they show the charm and skills of the horse as well as the riders who drive them. In short, a magical combination that delights spectators and horse lovers. The French company Ô Cirque looks forward to presenting its equine spectacle of great excellence that delights attendees. In this space the role of the horse in the circus is shown, as it is its main attraction. Ô Cirque Danse Equestre réal: Fabien LuszezyszynWatch this video on YouTube You can to know more about them in them webpage http://www.ocirque.com/ Animal protection organizations against the use of horse in the circus In most of the events and shows that animals use are the target of animal protection organizations. For no one is a secret that many times these animals are subjected to physical and psychological abuse. So they have sufficient reasons to be against this abominable practice. Peta anti-ringling-circus protesters Hence, in various countries it has been a constant struggle to eradicate these types of events with animals. In some countries they have even been banned for what is an advance not only for animal protection organizations but for humanity. If these horses are tamed naturally, that is to say that they have not been mistreated they can be an exception. However, as far as wild animals are concerned, the dynamics change. They, by their nature, are subjected to psychological and physical abuse frecuently. These animals like tigers, lions, monkeys, elephants do not deserve to be there. Wild animals must be in their natural habitat. The horse as a center of attraction for circus events Pieric – Joseph Bouglione One of the attractions of the circus events was the horse. That is why horse-loving people focused their conversation topics based on these beautiful animals. So much so that they knew the smallest details in relation to their positive and not so positive characteristics of these. One of the horses that stood out the most were the funals, and even the spectators had total admiration. The foals that walked outside and located on the right. That skill was important to prevent the car from tilting when turning and circling the goal. In order for the event to have high standards of excellence, they made a rigorous selection of the horses. It is important a good selection of horses that were going to participate. Later for the fourth century, Vegecio cataloged the horses according to their specific utility, that is, for war, circus or saddle. In this sense the best horse for the circus were the Cappadocians, Hispanic and African Sicilians. Future of horse in the circus Yasmine Smart Horse Rearing (2004) Throughout mankind history and in most of the circuses that have emerged in the world horses have played an important role. In this sense, they were not only used as a means of transport but as protagonists of circus events. This event has evolved over the years, as they have perfected the techniques in their presentations. So some equestrian circuses are famous because of the quality of their choreographies. Without a doubt, a sample of how intelligent horses are. For circuses that work their shows with horses, it is advisable at the time of dressage to be as bearable as possible and even by an expert in equine ethology. This way it will be less traumatic for these sweet and sensitive animals. Sources https://gustavomirabalcastro.online/arte/el-rol-del-caballo-en-el-circo/ (Spanish version) https://blogs.20minutos.es/yaestaellistoquetodolosabe/tag/caballo-en-el-circo/ https://www.libertaddigital.com/opinion/miguel-del-pino/aquella-fauna-del-circo-83548/ https://elpais.com/diario/2007/07/14/babelia/1184367980_850215.html http://www.circopedia.org/May_Wirth   If you want to know more about Gustavo Mirabal or Equestrian Word, go to: gustavomirabalcastro.online https://twitter.com/gmirabalcastro2 https://twitter.com/gustavomirabalc Linkedin Gustavo Mirabal Web Gustavo Mirabal (Previous Web) https://www.flickr.com/people/161015276@N06/ https://www.instagram.com/gustavomirabal.es https://www.pinterest.com/gustavomirabalcastro https://about.me/gustavomirabal https://bit.ly/2Y63L9v

CaixaForum Madrid

Gustavo Mirabal and Madrid architecture

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Jul24
Artículo #16 de la serie Gustavo Mirabal en Madrid Living in Madrid is something that many Latin Americans dream of, especially if they love architecture. The buildings in this city have a life of their own, in a metaphorical sense. That is, they tell us a story, there is something else in their design. They are really works of art. Recall that much of Madrid’s architecture preserves its historical infrastructures. Taking a walk through Madrid on foot is fabulous, the weather changes constantly. Sometimes it seems to accelerate its course and sometimes it stops for brief moments. When you are facing one of those imposing buildings, we are breathless in their beauty, in their history. Each structure of Madrid architecture, especially the old ones, encloses so much history that it is essential not to make a stop and contemplate them. Functionality and aesthetics are mixed in Madrid. And in this way its Madrid architecture tells the history and functional and aesthetic evolution of the city A walk through Madrid and Atocha Monument | AIAGIWatch this video on YouTube Madrid architecture profile As any cosmopolitan city and as the capital of one of the first world countries is that of a multiethnic and multicultural city. Madrid arquitectura profile is that of a modern city, that preserves its history and opens the doors to globalization. On the other hand, despite having some tall buildings, its profile is mainly made up of small buildings. This favors a lower population density, limiting traffic and overcrowding problems that occur in other cities such as New York. Madrid is history, evolution and modernity. Madrid is identity. Transit through the Gran Vía allows you to appreciate the evolution of the city and the preservation of its rich history. Throughout it we will find buildings preserved for their historical value and at the same time large advertising screens in the Tokyo or New York style. Like its nightlife is abundant which differs from other historic cities that sleep at night. The first screen we found on our walk is located meters from the Callao Metro station. There we also found a cinema that gives life to the modern city as we know it. Metro de Madrid – Estación Callao Also there we find another icon of modernity, an establishment of the global franchise Mc Donals. The incredible thing is that to maintain the identity with respect to the city of Madrid the Mc Donalds located there is black instead of the typical colors of the children’s favorite franchise. Madrid architecture gives us a delicious experience to be able to taste, as if it were a brownie with ice cream, the contrasts. The buildings of Madrid and its urbanism astonish everyone who visits the city or even continues to surprise its inhabitants every day The modernity of the architecture of Madrid As we have talked about the city of Madrid as one of the capitals of the first world, it is being transformed to adapt functionally, but to record that it remains at the forefront. In this way, in December 2016 the first 3D printed pedestrian bridge in the world was inaugurated in Madrid. Conceived, designed and printed by the Advanced Architecture Institute of Catalonia. This project lasted a year and a half and although at the time there were several similar initiatives, the first to “reach the moon” was the IAAC. The bridge 12 meters long and almost 2 meters wide is located in the park of Castilla-La Mancha in Madrid. The structure was conceived to cross a river and assume that Spain and Madrid are at the forefront of technological development. Printing was done in micro reinforced concrete. First 3D Printed Bridge in the World - Design RenderWatch this video on YouTube The design was done in computer systems which allowed to challenge the traditional characteristics. This design minimized the expense of materials and maximized its performance without limitations to play with the aesthetics of the bridge. One of the biggest challenges was maintaining the porosity of the material to protect it from the weather and maintain friction. On the other hand a lot of ingenuity was required because the machine available by the IAAC only allowed to print pieces of 8 cubic meters at 2 meters in length per side. As we said, Spain proves to be at the forefront of the technique alongside other first world countries. Basic data and profile of the modern Madrid architecture Torre_PwC y Torre_Cepsa Other examples of modernity are represented by the towers of the financial zone that break into the natural horizon of small buildings in Madrid to erect 4 moles. Here the big positions in financial companies enjoy a modern complex and with the latest technology. Also the views of the offices distinguish the hierarchy of the positions in companies of each branch. This is the financial complex “Four Towers Business Area” consisting of four skyscrapers that began to be built in 2004. Here are the basic data of the skyscrapers that make up this complex:Space Tower: concluded at the end of 2007 The Crystal Tower: Construction was completed in early 2008 and is the tallest building in Madrid with 50 floors and 249 meters high. Cepsa Tower: formerly Bankia Tower and Repsol Tower construction was completed in 2008 The PWC Tower: it was completed at the end of 2009 and it also houses a hotel.The real estate crisis forced the rest of the project to stop but recently it is known that the planning of the 5th tower of the complex has been resumed. So soon we will have to update the basic data of this wonderful complex Torres de Madrid Art, history and evolution – El CaixaForum Madrid An example of how the culture, art and history of Madrid converge in its architecture is the CaixaForum Madrid. CaixaForum Madrid is one of the many cultural centers managed by the Banking Foundation Savings and Pensions Bank of Barcelona known as La Caixa and which has been the largest shareholder of CaixaBank. La Caixa’s mission is to exercise financial functions through the companies of this foundation. Also they are in charge of the management of social and cultural works. This were transferred from the Savings Bank that it was before becoming a foundation. CaixaForum Madrid is located in the so-called Art Triangle on Paseo del Prado. It is a museum-cultural center that was formed within the refurbished facilities of the “Central Eléctrica del Mediodía”. CAIXAFORUM I HERZOG & DE MEURON I A WALK THROUGH IN 4KWatch this video on YouTube The “Central Eléctrica del Mediodía” was designed to supply electricity to the old town of Madrid from the combustion of coal. It is an example of industrial architecture. Therefore it is interesting to see the industrial architecture of the early twentieth century turned into a museum-cultural center. With 1,934 square meters it is an example of fusion between the old and the modern, between the industrial and the artistic. CaixaForum Madrid is a worthy representative of the eclectic architecture of Madrid. CaixaForum Madrid Modern and old, functional and aesthetic: this is the architecture of Madrid Hipódromo de La Zarzuela   Finally we have to remember that Madrid has hundreds of historic buildings, the Prado Museum, the Zarzuela Racecourse that Gustavo Mirabal loves so much. This is how Madrid becomes a modern and unforgettable city. The architecture of Madrid marks its identity so that all of us who go there are migrants or tourists, on a pleasure trip with our partner or spouse, are looking forward to returning.     #Madrid #Spain #Architecture #Engineering #DesignWatch this video on YouTube Sources: https://www.wikiwand.com/es/CaixaForum_Madrid?utm_medium=website&utm_source=plataformaarquitectura.cl https://www.plataformaarquitectura.cl/cl/871313/guia-de-arquitectura-de-madrid-20-lugares-que-todo-arquitecto-debe-conocer https://es.wikipedia.org/wiki/Arquitectura_de_Madrid   If you want to know more about Gustavo Mirabal or Equestrian Word, go to: gustavomirabalcastro.online https://twitter.com/gmirabalcastro2 https://twitter.com/gustavomirabalc Linkedin Gustavo Mirabal Web Gustavo Mirabal (Previous Web) https://www.flickr.com/people/161015276@N06/ https://www.instagram.com/gustavomirabal.es https://www.pinterest.com/gustavomirabalcastro https://about.me/gustavomirabal https://bit.ly/2Y63L9v

The Mustang the movie of sundance

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Jul23
Since its inception, cinema has involved the horse in its productions. That is why a lot of cinematographic productions include the horse within the main characters. In many cases, the cinematographic stories revolve around the protagonist and his horse. In this installment we will delve into The Mustang the movie. The production called The Mustang is performed by Matthias Schoenaerts, Jason Mitchell, Gideon Adlon, Connie Britton and Bruce Dern. The main story of this film focuses on the life of a convict who participates in a rehabilitation program based on the training of wild horses of the Mustang race. THE MUSTANG | Official Trailer | Focus FeaturesWatch this video on YouTube The Mustang the movie is a dramatic genre production that recently debuted. This film production is governed by Laure de Clermont-Tonnerre based on the script prepared with the participation of several writers, among them we can mention the following: by Clermont-Tonnerre, Mona Fastvold and Brock Norman Brock. For many animal lovers, watching movies of different species is a delight, especially when it comes to dogs, horses or cats. However, there is a part of society that belong to animal protection organizations. Many of these organizations disagree with these initiatives. These organizations argue that in the filming there is animal abuse. To the point that many times they call for a boycott of this type of cinematographic productions. The Mustang premiere The film premiered worldwide at the Sundance Film Festival on January 31, 2019. It also premiered in the United States on March 15, 2019, by Focus Features. This is an excellent film that leaves us with a great message that everything can be achieved if we really want to help the convicts. It also shows us how the strength of love and forgiveness can make a difference in the change of a human being Casting of The Mustang the movie The mustang and Roman Coleman  Matthias Schoenaerts as Roman Coleman: this has been the main protagonist of the movie The Mustang. It is about a man who accidentally kills his wife and goes to jail. In this process is his little daughter in charge of his grandmother. This has an unresolved issue so it is full of anger and hatred. The prison center makes the decision to incorporate it into some activities where the horses are. After this they include it in the Mustang Horse Training Program that is later auctioned. Jason Mitchell as Henry: He is the friend of Roman Coleman who gives valuable tips on how to approach the horse. Bruce Dern as Myles: He is responsible for the training program and horses, this is very strict but seeks that men achieve the goal of tame horses. Gideon Adlon as Martha: she plays the role of the daughter of the protagonist Roman Coleman, who visits him frequently at the penitentiary center and who as a child sends letters to release his father. Connie Britton as the Psychologist: this is in charge of monitoring the behaviors of the inmates.Production of the movie The Mustang Inmates ridding freely For the year 2017, it was announced that Matthias Schoenaerts and Jason Mitchell would participate in the cast of the film, with Laure de Clermont-Tonnerre directing a script she wrote, along with Mona Fastvold and Brock Norman Brock. In this sense the channels Canal + and cinemax were in charge of producing the film, along with Alain Goldman and Molly Hallam as producer and executive producer under his company Legende. In October of 2017, Susan Sarandon, Gideon Adlon, Bruce Dern and Josh Stewart joined the cast of the film. Without a doubt, the actors who participated in the movie The Mustang did an impeccable job. The space where it was shot, the emotional, the mixture of emotions of the protagonist and the horse. It is worth crying to see the scenes so moving. The main message is that there are second chances when there is true repentance. It is the horse that touches the deepest fiber of Roman Coleman. From then on the change is imminent. From then on a visible change is seen in this man who has been full of rage for so long. ” It is a touching and original work of sentimental humanism. Schoenaerts is excellent (…) You will not be able to predict the end and it is beautiful ” Owen Gleiberman: Variety Description of The Mustang the movie Roman Coleman is a man deprived of liberty with a quantity of 12 years in a penitentiary center. The behavior presented by this man is anger and violence, his relationship with other colleagues is zero. Even the relationship with her daughter becomes tense during visits. Then they incorporate him into a training program for wild Mustang horses. The horse that corresponds to him to train is a mirror for the one because this one is indomitable from the beginning. He does not want to be tamed by anyone because his longing is freedom. So then the protagonist Roman Coleman takes a step forward accepting the difficult challenge and enters as a participant in the riding program to try to rehabilitate. At first it was not easy for Roman because there were failed attempts since Roman Coleman did not have the remotest idea of how to approach the horse which brought him problems. One day Roman hit the horse because of his helplessness and desperation to achieve what he wanted. Roman tried to get the horse’s attention and the horse paid no attention to him. Because of that Coleman was expelled from the program. Taming the wild Mustang   The return of Roman Coleman to the program (part 2 of The mustang the movie) Days later a storm approaches. To move the horses to a safe place they turn to all the convicts who have worked with them, including Roman. Thanks to his behavior under pressure and what he reflected during his departure from the horses he was reinserted into the program. Thanks to his change of attitude, Toman helped to put the horses safely with great mastery. With great zeal, Roman continues trying to improve with the reading of some equestrian magazines and with the advice given by a partner of the program, Henry. Henry teaches him how to approach the horse through reading body language. Roman keeps trying but without hitting. At the time, Roman tired and practically giving up he sat in the center of the place where he trained with the assigned horse. It is at that moment when the horse finally approaches and touches it, a special connection between these two emerging. The pressure of Roman to approach away the horse but seeing the sadness of Roman the horse decides to comfort him and give him a chance.   A new beginning for Roman Coleman (part 3 of The mustang the movie) The Sense of Freedom From then on the training becomes more bearable. However, the day of the auction, everything went wonderfully until it corresponds to the turn of Román Coleman with the Mustang horse. Out of nowhere a helicopter appears flying over and the horse is out of control since they are conditioned with this sound as it associates it with when they were caught. Unfortunately Román Coleman falls to the ground injured. Due to this incident they suspend the program and intend to sacrifice the horse. So Roman Coleman manages and frees the Mustang horse. The relationship that arises between the horse and the protagonist of the story The Mustang brings as a positive effect that the behavior of both change forever. As well as that together try to understand their immediate surroundings. After this there is a real change and a longing for freedom on the part of Roman Coleman who by that time is already a grandfather. The most important thing is that Roman already sees life in a totally different way. Currently in several detention centers in the United States this wonderful program of horse training is carried out. So the prisoners when they achieve their freedom have a new office to perform. Besides the benefit that this program has in the behavior of these men. Difficult relationship between Roman Coleman and his daughter The message of The Mustang the movie The message that this wonderful movie called The Mustang leaves us is that man has the ability to change. Just as animals have a calming effect on humans, even though the horses that are there are in the wild, they manage to be tamed so that other human beings can incorporate them into their activities. On the other hand, love and forgiveness can mark a before and after in human beings.   Sources: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt5952594/ https://www.rogerebert.com/reviews/the-mustang-2019 https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/the_mustang https://gustavomirabalcastro.online/arte/the-mustang-la-pelicula/ https://es.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Mustang http://www.sensacine.com/peliculas/pelicula-260349/   If you want to know more about Gustavo Mirabal or Equestrian Word, go to: gustavomirabalcastro.online https://twitter.com/gmirabalcastro2 https://twitter.com/gustavomirabalc Linkedin Gustavo Mirabal Web Gustavo Mirabal (Previous Web) https://www.flickr.com/people/161015276@N06/ https://www.instagram.com/gustavomirabal.es https://www.pinterest.com/gustavomirabalcastro https://about.me/gustavomirabal https://bit.ly/2Y63L9v

Mindfulness with horses

Mindfulness with horses

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Jul22
The benefits of Mindfulness with horses Since man exists on earth, he is a living being that feels and suffers. That is to say that the human being has moods which are variable according to the situation that he is living in that moment. Therefore emotions can be joy, anger, sadness to mention a few. To deal with emotions, various techniques are applied, such as practicing yoga or meditation. Today we will talk about one of them called Mindfulness with horses ((Si deseas leer este artículo “Minfulness con caballos” en español pulsa aquí)) As the human being evolves they also tend to somehow make a more assertive handling of emotions on a daily basis. There are multiple tools in vogue for pioneers in practice and today one of the most striking is Mindfulness in general. From it has arisen a branch in which the Minfulness with horses. It  is applied but additionally using equines in its practice. While contact with animals is very pleasing to humans, it can even be therapeutic. It is not in vain that animal-assisted therapy is used to approach humans of different ages, with various physical and mental illnesses. In this type of therapies, patients benefit directly from the presence of the animal. Now Mindfulness is also used with horses The Mindfulness according to Parra Delgado 2011 expresses the following: “It consists of being fully aware of the internal and external stimuli that arise in the present moment, with acceptance, with equanimity, without judgment, without expectations or beliefs, with serenity, kindness and self-pity, thus open to the experience of here and now.” Mindfulness with HorsesWatch this video on YouTube How animals are incorporated into mindfulness with horses Now this tool complemented by the presence of the horse makes an ideal therapy for people to enhance emotional intelligence. If the patient really takes advantage of this therapy, with the horse will be taking a space for connection with the present in harmony. Therefore, he will be able to manage emotions in an assertive manner. The presence of the animal allows to add a focus so that the patient can concentrate on the “here and now” Therefore, this will not only improve from your person, but will have a positive impact on your immediate environment. Scope of Mindfulness with horses In relation to the experience that Garrido therapist has had, we can see some scope of this tool to improve our lives. Well, if we manage emotions with balance we will have a more harmonious and full life. This allows the enjoyment of the present ie the here and now. Mindfulness according to Garrido: “Consists, simply, in paying attention to what arises in the present moment, accepting everything that happens as it is, without judging, without trying to change anything, accepting things as they are. More than a practice of concrete meditation, it is a mental state, it is a profound change of our consciousness, a transformation of the way we experience the world, our life and ourselves. “ The presence of animals allows us to dilute our thoughts about the future and the past and focus on the magnificence of the horse and our moment with it. In this way the horse is an enabler of mindfulness as the same horse lives in a state of mindfulness. Mindfulness with horses Mindfulness, the natural state of horses One of the differences that exist between animals and humans is that animals are not worried about a myriad of reasons. On the contrary, animals live in the present, enjoy their space and their pack if they live in a wild way. That is why mindfulness is the natural state of the horse. It is a mammalian animal that lives in the present and enjoys it. These animals do not pretend to modify the world, they adapt and live looking for fraternity and calm at every moment. Their only attempt in life is to be well they and the flock to which they correspond. They have the certainty that Mother Earth will provide them with what is necessary for their existence. On the other hand, in human beings, this is one of the biggest problems, because they are always worried about the future or anchored in the past. Animals live and flow with the present that is all. Definitely this is an example that we as humans should follow from animals. Development of compassion through Mindfulness with horses According to experts in the subject of emotional intelligence, they consider that mindfulness helps to treat depression and to expand compassion. In the sessions of therapy with horses and in the formation of the affective bond of the person-horse, the ideal thing is for the person to become fully aware of their emotions. This means that you must live them, without fear, without inhibiting them, since it does not help at all. Therefore, the person must internalize what he feels, what factor causes that emotion to surface. Sadness is not bad, nor anger only that you should not stay long in this. An example of this is when a loved one dies there is very normal that that type of emotions emerge. The ideal is with the days this is decreasing but at the moment you have to feel them Another emotion is of joy a celebration, the hullabaloo of good news. Therefore, there are no good or bad emotions just that you have to experience them in an assertive way. If you see it from this perspective you can generate a process of change. Mindfulness with horses One of the scopes developed by Mindfulness with horses is that it develops empathy and compassion. It should be noted that empathy is the ability to feel what the other feels, while compassion is to assume the commitment and tools to alleviate the pain of the other. These are key aspects of emotional intelligence. If these aspects are put into practice we will undoubtedly make a better world. A world more full of peace and love of given and harmonious people as well as more happy families and marriages. This translates into better countries and a world in which we all see each other from the eyes of love. Sessions of mindfulness with horses In a session of mindfulness with horses, people have direct contact with horses. This makes it a rewarding experience in and of itself. In addition, the psychologist leads the session and the equine specialist interprets the horse. There the horse is able to perceive what the person is feeling. The end of Mindfulness therapy with horses is to help people. For the essence of this therapy is the connection with its own nature, the emotion, guided consciousness and the great intelligence and nobility of these amazing animals. In case the horse has the ability to read body language as well as the mood of the human being. One of the main advantages of this is that it does not judge, nor does it have prejudices of any kind. His ability as a teacher to read what happens inside us. It’s like scanning the participant’s limbic system. In this sense, horses function as principal companions. From this point, the team of specialists in charge and the horse will accompany the person in the journey of change that he wants to undertake. They will travel this path to achieve the goals that bring balance to the life of this. Creating emotional bonds with your horse The sensitivity of animals as medicine for the soul As we have mentioned before, horses and dogs are fundamentally sensitive to detecting our emotions. It is very difficult to hide our state of mind from these noble and intelligent animals. For this reason there are organizations that use animals to provide psychology and coaching services. Through activities directly related to horses and dogs trained for this use the animal potential to interpret us. This is done under the advice and supervision of experts such as the psychologist, the equine specialist, the horses and the person In this way Mindfulness therapies with horses are strengthened and developed, thus achieving a positive change in the people who decide to take this path for their healing. Sources: http://revistas.uclm.es/index.php/ensayos http://comunicacionycoachingconcaballos.com/mindfulness-con-caballos/ https://www.emozio.es/ https://gustavomirabalcastro.online/salud/mindfulness-con-caballos/   If you want to know more about Gustavo Mirabal or Equestrian Word, go to: gustavomirabalcastro.online https://twitter.com/gmirabalcastro2 https://twitter.com/gustavomirabalc Linkedin Gustavo Mirabal Web Gustavo Mirabal (Previous Web) https://www.flickr.com/people/161015276@N06/ https://www.instagram.com/gustavomirabal.es https://www.pinterest.com/gustavomirabalcastro https://about.me/gustavomirabal https://bit.ly/2Y63L9v

Calle de Alcalá 151 (Salamanca Madrid)

Venezuelan exiles in Madrid. A life of luxury – Gustavo Mirabal Castro

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Jul18
Artículo #14 de la serie Gustavo Mirabal en Madrid It is no secret to anyone that the Venezuelan has a great taste for travel and to know new cultures. As well as enjoy the benefits of the first world. This has led to Venezuelans looking for new countries. Today we will talk about the life of the Venezuelan exiles in Madrid and the luxury life they lead. Venezuelan migration in Madrid Spain already reaches the figure of more than 100,000 residents. All this without having migrants without official papers. Among them are huge fortunes that have escaped the daily life of the country and the problems typical of Latin American countries A growing Venezuelan community is dispersing around the world. The Venezuelan migration has arrived with a high formative degree. In some countries its presence has been felt. Throughout its history, Venezuela has been one of the countries that has received the most migrants from Latin America. In all the places where they go, the Venezuelan migration has arrived with high standards. Venezuelans seek to grow and know new cultures, and bring their own idiosyncrasy to where they go from professionals to entrepreneurs. We can even realize that the Venezuelan has a tradition of relating to the Spanish idiosyncrasy. Since Spanish migration was important during the 60s and 70s, Venezuelans are used to it. The center of Caracas there are areas like the candelaria that are full of Spanish restaurants. Below we can see a video (in Spanish language) that shows the importance of Spanish cuisine in the Venezuelan capital. En La Candelaria, en Caracas, huele a comida española.Watch this video on YouTube How does the Venezuelan behave with the emigrant? In the next video you can see a Venezuelan restaurant in Valencia Spain and how Venezuelan migrants will go where they go. El Tarantin Chiflado's Venezuelan Food Challenge in Valencia, Spain w/ @MagicMitchWatch this video on YouTube The Colombian, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Chinese, Arab and other communities have been well received in Venezuela. These communities left their countries fleeing violent and armed conflicts, precarious economic situations or both together even and despite arriving in large numbers they were received with open arms. The official statistics spoke of more than 720 thousand Colombians in Venezuela for 2011. Other estimates spoke of about 2 million Colombians who usually established temporary residence in Venezuela. While it is true that currently the number of Colombians is much lower, Colombians grew in Venezuela. Now it is the Venezuelan exiles looking for new horizons and experiences, some of the destinations they have wanted to know and explore. Looking for the first world In any country in the world, Venezuelan exiles lead a life of “luxury”. The Venezuelan has always been a gentilicio full of joy and little thrifty. The advantages of the first world with its high minimum wages allow them to abound in luxuries that others do not. Some Venezuelan have relatives in Madrid, Bogotá, Santiago de Chile, Lima and throughout the American and European continent. Given that Spanish migration was one of the most important in Venezuela in the 1970s, some returned to Europe. Others are descendants of those Spaniards which allows them to access citizenship. With the high level of professional training, many Venezuelans exiled in Madrid bet to contribute to the economy of the European country. It is not a migration that only seeks selfish personal growth of your life, but seeks to improve the place where they go. It is key that the Venezuelan is looking to emigrate to countries that have new experiences, opportunities and cultures. That is why the most desirable options are Chile, Argentina and Spain. The historical links of Spanish migration and the necessary search for “first world” make the Venezuelan look for this as one of the first options. How do you see the Venezuelan professionals in Spain? Some years ago, already the professionals of the technological areas got a place in Spain. The same happened with the Venezuelan doctors who got a place in Spain to develop more. In Spain, Venezuelans found people who valued their skills. Venezuelan by their side valued a pleasant climate, Latin warmth and compatibility with their language, despite linguistic nuances. Certainly the disproportionate growth of migration has led to the consolidation of a negative public opinion. Recent waves of migration have been intense. Despite this, the majority who come in contact with Venezuelans value them widely. In the next video you can see how in venezuela the world record of the largest paella in the world is broken. Paella is a typical Spanish food brought by Spanish migrants. VENEZUELA: CARACAS: LARGEST PAELLA & CAKE IN THE WORLD IS MADEWatch this video on YouTube Why do Venezuelan exiles in Madrid live a life of luxury? “Ta ‘cheap dame dos” (it’s cheap, give me two) called the Venezuelans who went to Miami to buy. The Venezuelan with the purchasing power due to oil was accustomed to spare no expense. Wherever he goes he has the habit of spending as if he were going to finish the world soon. It is a need to find the tranquility of buying what you want when you want. On the other hand his way of spending contrasts with his ability to stretch budgets. This is how the Venezuelan always seems to spend more than he earns. The ability to manage scarce resources has been enhanced and perhaps if you hire them as administrators they can surprise you. Thus, the Venezuelans exiled in Madrid is not that they lead a life of luxury, it is that a normal life seems short to be lived without giving them the luxuries they want. Thus, the Venezuelan enjoys all the tastes that life allows them. With the gastronomy of Madrid the Venezuelan palates exiled in Madrid look for new experiences. And what about the rich Venezuelans in Madrid? Another part of Venezuelans fled the crisis seeking to protect the assets they owned. They discovered that Madrid is a city with great potential. Madrid is a city ready to take advantage of the economic resources of rich Venezuelan in Madrid to further boost its economy. They are extremely rich and have landed in Madrid fleeing boredom looking for new challenges and opportunities that put their fortunes at risk, because for them “business is a bet”. Some have opposed the Maduro regime. Others support him and his policies. But all have decided to invest in Spain and especially in Madrid. It is estimated that there are many Venezuelans in Spain. As we can understand, not every Venezuelan exiled in Madrid are rich. The largest proportion of this community is composed of trained professionals looking for opportunities to grow. By other hand, there are the descendants of Spaniards who migrated to Venezuela and returns to their second homeland. This is happening in countries such as Portugal and Italy where a large part of the children of emigrants who have retained their language (or recovered it in search of new experiences) return to their parents’ homeland. Where are Venezuelans located in Spain? The wealthy Venezuelan class prefers the neighborhoods of Salamanca, Justicia, Jerónimos, Retiro and El Viso. On the other hand, they also value Almagro, inside Chamberí and Conde Orgaz, in the Arturo Soria area. Exclusive areas with historical and commercial value whose price per square meter on average ranges from 7 thousand to 10 thousand euros. The Venezuelan bourgeoisie in Spain, exiled on occasion and not so much at other times, has grown vertiginously in the last 3 years. They are located in the most distinguished areas of Madrid. Its companies, businesses and startups are announced on the portals of the most luxurious avenues. Together with the most luxurious boutiques in Madrid, a new Venezuelan-Venezuelan bourgeoisie stands out. All of them bet to be part of the resurgence of the Spanish economy. Venezuelan invest mainly in real estate, banking, remittances, insurance and gastronomic businesses. They do not drive their vehicles because as they used to in Venezuela they travel with a driver. They are often seen in bars and in the most expensive restaurants. Where previously it was difficult to find an accent other than Spanish, we discovered an accent that is already made daily, the accent of Venezuelans Madrid The international capitals of the “Venezuelan-way-of-life” In the world there are basically two capitals of “Venezuelan-way-of-life” distributed throughout the world. Those capitals are Miami and Madrid. Why do we say that Miami and Madrid with the international capitals of “Venezuelan-way-of-life”? They are the main capitals that have received a massive exodus of Venezuelan for more than 20 years but at least in the last 10 years this trend has grown exponentially. Moreover, we could say that it is in the last 5 years with the positive reception of Venezuelan doctors and professionals that Madrid has taken this place. It can also be noted that it is one of the favorite destinations for the rich Venezuelans. Opposing the current government or accompanying it in its socialist policies, the rich seek destinations with that Latin heat. Miami has been at the top of the international Latin meeting for years. This is due to the massive Cuban community that has made Miami a second Latin American. So it is so rare to walk around Miami or go to business and do not speak Spanish. If you are Latin American and want to travel to get to know the old continent while still speaking your language, Miami is the perfect place. Since the tightening of US immigration policies, Venezuelan has been looking for alternatives other than Miami. Given the good reception of Venezuelan doctors and computer experts and a growing community, Madrid became that option. In this way Madrid became one of the international capitals of “Venezuelan-way-of-life”. A dream destination for rich Venezuelans who also saw hundreds of investment opportunities left by the real estate crisis. This is how the Salamanca neighborhood, progressively became a small Caracas in the old continent. Thus Venezuelan brought his noisy style and his desire to spend. The real estate business Some of the Venezuelan businessmen in Madrid have invested in historic buildings at the time of the real estate crisis. When the majority only ran to take care of their capital they invested and it was one of the rich Venezuelan groups exiled in Madrid that bet on it. After the renovation of the apartments and the passing of the strongest moment of the real estate crisis, they have multiplied their investment. Another venezuelan businessmen on Madrid at its worst moment and they were successful because they knew it was a bet on the first world.They knew that it was a bet to the first world and that in spite of the crisis they knew that the institutionality would triumph. Another who opted for Madrid, and not only during the housing crisis, was Gustavo Mirabal Castro. Son of Gustavo Mirabal Bustillos, businessman Gustavo Mirabal bet on several business sectors. From finance, real estate, agriculture and services Gustavo Mirabal invested in Madrid due to its beauty and another great attraction, horses. In love with the gastronomy of Madrir that I already knew about the many Spanish restaurants that Spanish migration planted in the seventies. Balconies in the Salamanca district, Madrid Venezuelan exiles in Madrid and their capital to the rescue. The favorable business climate led to Gustavo Mirabal being one of the Venezuelan exiles in Madrid who would bet on the European capital to try to return it to its splendor thanks to the Venezuelan private capital among others. But what ended up convincing him was the Zarzuela racecourse. This magical place convinced Gustavo Mirabal Castro that Madrid was the place to invest. Definitely a place where his passion for horses and equestrian sports and his outstanding management and business skills could be developed. This is where an equestrian business was born that would lead Sergio Alvares Moya to win the Grand Prix of Cannes and other significant victories. Gustavo Mirabal is not only one of those responsible for the growth of Spanish horse racing. Gustavo Mirabal with his resources and companies put a grain of sand for the recovery of Spanish splendor and especially in Madrid. Venezuelans have dispersed to meet new cultures and have new experiences exiling themselves around the world. They came to replenish with their knowledge and their capital those places they have come enjoying the benefits of entrepreneurship. These Venezuelans will return to Venezuela some day to re-empower it thanks to the acquired knowledge and experience. Venezuelan migrants in a professional, spiritual and entrepreneurial search are growing. Thus, Venezuelans who, exiled throughout the world, decide to return to their homeland, will make it even better. Sources: https://elpais.com/internacional/2019/01/26/actualidad/1548519874_380308.html https://www.elmundo.es/espana/2018/12/14/5c12c4d821efa0680e8b4625.html https://elpais.com/elpais/2019/02/13/migrados/1550075111_636575.html   If you want to know more about Gustavo Mirabal or Equestrian Word, go to: gustavomirabalcastro.online https://twitter.com/gmirabalcastro2 https://twitter.com/gustavomirabalc Linkedin Gustavo Mirabal Web Gustavo Mirabal (Previous Web) https://www.flickr.com/people/161015276@N06/ https://www.instagram.com/gustavomirabal.es https://www.pinterest.com/gustavomirabalcastro https://about.me/gustavomirabal https://bit.ly/2Y63L9v

Gastronomía de Madrid - Fiestas_de_San_Isidro

The gastronomy of Madrid is exquisite – Gustavo Mirabal Castro

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Jul16
#12 Serie’s Isuue Gustavo Mirabal in Madrid   Madrid is one of those cosmopolitan cities that despite this does not lose its identity. The identity of Madrid is in those curiosities that distinguish it. In the case of Madrid, its gastronomy is one of the reasons why Madrid is Madrid and it is unique Who goes to Madrid goes in search of adventures, museums, literature, tranquility and horses. The equestrian sport has been growing in recent years along with the shops and the way of connecting cultures. The Zarzuela racecourse marks a milestone within the city, this being one of its icons that differentiate it. In addition, Madrid is a city with a varied cuisine and rich because many are the influences in the kitchen. Venezuelan exiles see it with familiarity because European emigration plagued Venezuela with a gastronomic diversity that was easily incorporated into the Venezuelan palate. This emigration of not so rich and wealthy exiles who had fled the war was merged with the Venezuelan idiosyncrasy and are part of our multicultural identity. San Ginés Chocolate shop in Madrid, Spain Rich venezuelan exiled in Madrid, Spain However, this has become one of the reasons why the palates of Venezuelan rich exiles such as Venezuelan businessman Gustavo Mirabal Castro are frequently migrating or establishing their residence in the Spanish capital. This closeness to the experience of the Venezuelan who got used to living among Spaniards, Portuguese and Italians makes him feel at home when he arrives in Madrid. A city whose cuisine is not indifferent or unknown. Venezuelan food is extraordinary, but once you leave the country there are flavors and aromas that trap. In addition our recent history makes those flavors and aromas are familiar. They even influence that desire to settle in a certain place. In the case of the Venezuelan lawyer and businessman Gustavo Mirabal, it has been precisely the quality of life that Spain offers, the reason why he moved to Europe. Gustavo Mirabal and the gastronomy of Madrid The cuisine of Madrid is characterized by having a lot of seasoning, often using pork meat among other ingredients. We can not leave out the spices … They are usually combined with those from another region or other countries. This eclectic mix enriches the cuisine of Madrid. Spices can not miss how much Spanish you like to cook, but also foreigners who have made Spain their home. The way of cooking of the gastronomy of Madrid is contagious. And is that who does not like the stew or a tripe to the Madrid. Also, you can not live in Madrid or visit it without tasting the rich fried eggs and garlic soup. Not to mention the typical bread or toast with tomato typical of the gastronomy of Madrid. To do this, place the tomate on top and a pinch of garlic. The whole is placed in the oven for a few minutes. This is a typical dish for breakfast, very healthy, full of vitamins and flavor. This dish is indispensable in the typical breakfast in Madrid and Spanish itself. Some people from Madrid also add some leaves of crushed parsley to the toast. Cheese lovers can also apply a little to achieve a mixture of flavors and textures spectacular To start with such a dish the day is to start with flavor and joy. It is for them that this is how the inhabitants of Spain begin, especially those of Madrid. Callos a la madrileña This dish is one of the richest and most famous because even at an international level people usually go to a Spanish restaurant and order them. That’s why when you come to Spain if you do not eat it you can not say that you were in Spain … you can not go to Madrid without being able to eat some good tripe to the Madrilenian The Callos a la Madrileña are part of the intestines of the pig, ox or cow, and is another of the specialties of Madrid’s gastronomy. The preparation of the Callos requires onion, tomato, bay leaf, thyme and the special touch of blood sausage. Callos a la Madrileña Garlic soup Garlic soup also typical of Madrid’s cuisine, something different from a traditional soup in Latin America. In Venezuela garlic soup and onion soup are already part of gastronomy but they are still less common. Interestingly, in European countries garlic and onion soup is usually eaten, while in America soups include chicken, meat and vegetables. In this sense, garlic soup is one of the old popular dishes of Spain. Garlic soup is prepared throughout Spain and is made from basic ingredients: bread, garlic, olive oil, paprika and of course a little water or meat broth. Then we give you the complete recipe so you can live your experience with the gastronomy of Madrid. Sopa de Ajo Recipe for six (6) people of Castilian soup or better known as garlic soup   Ingredients:One head of garlic or 10 cloves of garlic. Half a dozen eggs 12 slices of hard bread (2 slices per person). 150 g of serrano ham. 2 liters and a half of meat broth or failing water. Pepper and salt (to the taste of the diners) 2 tablespoons of paprika (sweet paprika powder). 50 ml of olive oil, preferably extra virgin.  Process Below you can see a video about the gastronomy of Madrid and the garlic soup and its procedure to cook it. Garlic Soup from Madrid | Euromaxx a la carteWatch this video on YouTube The climate and gastronomy To Venezuelan businessman Gustavo Mirabal Castro there were two things that made Gustavo Mirabal fall in love with the Spanish capital and move away from the wonders of American Florida… The things that made Gustavo Mirabal opt for Madrid to establish themselves were gastronomy and climate. Both characteristics have prompted numerous Venezuelans to settle in Madrid and in the case of Gustavo Mirabal they were decisive for him to decide to move from Florida, United States, to the Spanish Capital. Gustavo Mirabal Castro is a lawyer whose office is headquartered in Caracas, Venezuela. Their businesses are scattered around different places. He is also one of the Venezuelans who are passionate about horse riding, horses and equestrian jumping. And this is precisely one of the aspects that he also loves about Madrid. All this influenced him to travel to Madrid a few years ago in order to continue with his professional projects and his hobbies as well as enjoy the wonderful cuisine of Madrid. “Tapas” of Madrid For Gustavo Mirabal Castro one of the many Venezuelans rich in equestrian knowledge and exiled palates in Madrid’s cuisine, living in Madrid is synonymous with quality of life. The tranquility that is breathed in the streets day or night is something that loves and enjoys with your family. Gustavo Mirabal is also a great lover of Spanish “Tapas” … Tapas are a set of foods served in small portions. It is what in other countries they call appetizers They usually serve to accompany a cold beer, a glass of wine or must. Tapas can be found in any Spanish restaurant and in any part of the national territory. Also depending on the area they are cheaper. There are covers of € 5 and up to € 10 and even more expensive. In the San Miguel Market, in Madrid, they are a bit more expensive but they are of great quality and taste. There are places where they sell them alone and the drink is separate. Anyway, they are delicious and are also one of the protagonists of the gastronomy of Madrid. Sample of “Tapas” – Tortilla, croquetas y caña The delicious Cocido from Madrid The cocido madrileño is a dish that is well known to all Spaniards. It is characterized as the basic food for those workers of humble class with very strong jobs. You understand farmers, masons, workers, everything so that they eat enough and endure the hard work. In this sense, the stew is a stew of several things. To make it, the following is done:First, make a noodle soup or the broth that results from the cooking of chickpeas with vegetables. In the second place you use cabbages, beans, chicken, beef (veal). Finally add bacon, sausage and blood sausage, which are served in a separate dish.Once you test it you will surely like it. It is a mixture of various ingredients and proteins which provide enough energy to have a good working day. Cocido from Madrid Rich churros with chocolate Churros with chocolate To close, you can not leave Madrid without eating some delicious churros with hot chocolate. The churro is a mixture of fried wheat flour sprinkled with sugar. In addition to its exquisite cuisine, Madrid offers delicious and delicious desserts. Because of this, Venezuelan businessman Gustavo Mirabal Castro is in love with Spanish food, its climate and desserts. Madrid, a cosmopolitan city with identity. Madrid a city of world gastronomy for rich and not-so-rich exiled Venezuelans and for those who undertake trips to get to know the world Sources: https://www.spanish-town-guides.com/Madrid_Gastronomy.htm https://gustavomirabalcastro.online/gustavo-mirabal/la-gastronomia-de-madrid-es-exquisita   To know more about our equestrian world or Gustavo Mirabal, visit the next links: gustavomirabalcastro.online https://twitter.com/gmirabalcastro2 https://twitter.com/gustavomirabalc Linkedin Gustavo Mirabal Web Gustavo Mirabal (página web anterior) https://www.flickr.com/people/161015276@N06/ https://www.instagram.com/gustavomirabal.es https://www.pinterest.com/gustavomirabalcastro https://about.me/gustavomirabal https://bit.ly/2Y63L9v

Brunilda and Aragorn

Aragorn horse in Avengers Endgame

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Jul13
In mythological literature the horse plays a transcendental role in most of these stories. So it continues to conquer the hearts of readers. Then this material is turned into big film productions. By means of which it is able to reach a much wider audience. Well, not everyone develops the habit of reading and less of fantastic stories. In this installment we will address aspects related to the history of the Aragorn winged horse and particularly his recent role in the Marvel Comics movie, Avengers Endgame. One of the main characters of this wonderful story is Valkyrie, another of its names is Asgardian Brunnhilda. This lady has a special influence since it is the one that I ride on the back of the winged horse Aragorn. Being chosen by Odin to govern its own youth defense module called the Valkyrie. This Valkyrie woman has great skill in battle. So he always walks with the sweet company of his winged horse Aragorn. Added to this she carries the enchanted Dragonfang sword. Approximately for the year 2010, Valkyrie positioned itself as a founding member of the Secret Avengers. In addition to assuming some leadership of fearless protectors with Misty Knigth. Avengers Endgame: "VALKYRIE JOINS THANOS FIGHT" TV SPOT [HD] (New Avengers Endgame Footage Trailer)Watch this video on YouTube Description of Aragorn Horse by Marvel Comics   It looks like Pegasus, but it is not! The famous and mythological horse Aragorn of Marvel Comics is an equine with great and beautiful wings which is mounted by Brunnhilde the Valkyrie. This noble animal with magical characteristics was first coupled by Dr. Dane Whitman. Whitman was the nephew of Professor Nathan Garrett, who adopted the disguise of the previous criminal, the Black Knight. Whitman used his knowledge in Garrett’s genetics to vary another horse, which he called Aragorn, into a rocket colt. After the time elapsed the new Black Knight entrusted Aragorn to the care of Brunnhilde the Valkyrie. Later it entrusted it to his descendant Samantha Parrington. Unfortunately Aragorn was wounded in a fight with Lunatik, but soon recovered from his wound. After these events, Brunnhilde made the decision to take the winged horse on a trip. Valquiria and Aragorn Aragorn horse characteristics according to Marvel ComicsWithin the charms of the special abilities that Aragorn had is to be able to sail the skies with its beautiful wings. At the same time it can fly by means of other adjustments that have by means of the simulated transformation. Regarding the size of the wings of Aragorn is impressive, since the measurements are gigantic. These comprise eighteen and a half feet from the tip of the wing to the end. The entire body of the Aragorn horse according to Marvel Comics has the ability to take flight at any time. As far as their bones are concerned, they are more vain than those of an ordinary horse. For this reason its weight is much smaller than a normal horse of its dimension. His anatomy is free of fat and has a greater muscle mass than human. As for their eyes they are protected to deal with the breezes that could deform the eyes of said horse. It has a specific coating on your respiratory system that allows you to extract oxygen from the air at high speed. The Aragorn horse flies its huge wings, establishing enough lift to hold at least 2000 pounds. Likewise, it can fly at speeds of up to 125 miles per hour. One of the characteristics that distinguish it from the rest is that it is very intelligent. In effect it will respond to the oral orders provided by the Valkyrie.Brunilda and Aragorn Other important aspects of AragornThe Aragorn horse had the normal strength of an equine of his age. Also his weight and physiology that sports frequently On the other hand, it is equipped with large wings, being ideal to take flight shaking these by creating enough power to lift up approximately one ton The height that this horse has is 2.5 meters approximately with a weight of a little more than half a ton. His charming and magical brown eyes and his white fur like a cloud of the sky Throughout its existence it has offered its services to the Black Knight V, Black Knight VI and finally to the Valkyrie Brunnhilde. Its Birth site was the Garret Castle located in the city Washington His brilliant participation has been providing support to Ally of the Avengers (Avengers) and Defenders (Defenders). The spaces where the Base of Operations has been are the base of the Defenders in Colorado, Sancta Sanctorum of the Doctor Strange and Asgard.Aragorn in the movie Avengers Endgame His role was transcendental in the Battle of the Earth, providing help to the avengers and their friends. On the other hand Virginia Potts threw to Peter Parker to Aragorn to help him to conserve the Nano Gauntlet separated from the forces of the evil Thanos. Regrettably this one fell when the Sanctuary II (ship of Thanos) began to shoot lasers. Then Aragorn carried on his splendid wings to Valkyrie (Tessa Thompson) to entertain the Leviathans. On the other hand Carol Danvers took the Nano Gauntlet to Van de Luis. The character that embodies the Valkyrie Brunnhilde is the most energetic of the entire Valkyrie clan. His lineage has the peculiarity of having a heavier bone system and if that was not enough, his aging process is extremely slow. An enviable virtue for others. In relation to his health, he has an immunity to any kind of illness that in some way makes him invincible. As a special gift, she can notice in some way when the angel of death walks around the spaces where she is.Aragon in the world of the deceased Another remarkable supernatural gift is the fact that he is capable of moving to the world of the deceased, something that no doubt few can do such a feat. This is not a minor detail since it coincides with the power conferred by Odin on the Valquiras according to Norse mythology. The Valkyries are responsible for guiding, and transporting the heroes killed in battle to the Valhalla (hall of the fallen), where they would be assigned to the army of the Norse god to fight with him, the day of Ragnarok. As for the battles fought she has special abilities to fight with her sword. One of the most outstanding is a great Amazon and more with the company that provides the horse Aragorn de Avengers Her natural fighting behavior makes her shine on the challenge of the Asgardian women. The origins of Aragorn The scientist known as the Black Knight II, made use of his deepest knowledge and created the horse with wings that allowed him to fly. This character led a dark life and full of actions for nothing good, since he committed various crimes. Then his horse became the saddle of the fearsome Knight while his secrets passed into the hands of his nephew, Dane Whitman. The nobility of this man made him try to fix things and somehow remedy all his uncle’s bad deeds. So he took the wise decision to use his knowledge becoming the new Black Knight Then after revealing the recipe to endow the horses with wings, he chose Aragorn as a mount, granting him the ability to fly. Then this brave man was incorporated as a hero accompanied by the horse Aragorn. In this opportunity he offered his great help to the avengers in their battles. Later the winged horse took a trip to Polemacus there, challenge the local caudillo, Arkon, the charming Asgardian and the Greek god of war. Unfortunately the body of the Black Knight was turned into stone and his spirit dragged into the past, in the 12th century while the Crusades were at their peak. It was then that Aragorn became the steed of the Valkyrie, with which it was coupled to the Protectors. The premiere of Aragorn in Avenger EndgameThe role of Aragorn was key. On the one hand as part of the reinforcements against the Thanos forces to balance the balance and on the other hand to give time for the Avengers to get together and get the chance to win. As we can see Aragorn is a horse with a relevant role in the history of the Valkyries and in the Marvel world. Surely we will continue to see it in the future in the Marvel world movies. We can only say that its premiere at Avenger Endgame was spectacular and it left an excellent taste in our mouths.   Sources: https://es.wikipedia.org/wiki/Valquiria_(personaje) http://www.enciclopediamarvel.com/card/4875   If you want to know more about Gustavo Mirabal or Equestrian Word, go to: gustavomirabalcastro.online https://twitter.com/gmirabalcastro2 https://twitter.com/gustavomirabalc Linkedin Gustavo Mirabal Web Gustavo Mirabal (Previous Web) https://www.flickr.com/people/161015276@N06/ https://www.instagram.com/gustavomirabal.es https://www.pinterest.com/gustavomirabalcastro https://about.me/gustavomirabal https://bit.ly/2Y63L9v

Photograph or a Noriker horse breed

Noriker Horse Breed – a draft horse

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Jul11
The biodiversity of the planet is extremely broad. Likewise, within each animal species there is a great variety of colors, sizes, coats and even different behaviors. The race of an animal predisposes it to certain behaviors or behaviors and such behaviors make it better for certain human activities. That is why today we will talk about a race of horses particularly adapted for certain human activities. Today we will talk about the Noriker horse breed. In the countryside strong and docile animals are required and hence there are a number of breeds of horses that are categorized as Draft horses or Draught horses, last one like they are known in the United Kingdom and Commonwelth. This is because such horse breeds can be more docile and manageable than others and are ideal for work in the field. In diversity there is an abundance of the true essence and beauty of the living beings that make up this planet called Earth. Therefore, the horse delights us with its imposing beauty, but it can also inspire tenderness such as smaller horses such as miniature or pony. Noriker Hengstauftrieb Kirchberg 2015 Teil 3: Die SchlammschlachtWatch this video on YouTube Adaptation for the application for human activities On the other hand, the multiple tasks that these animals have played throughout the history of humanity are impressive. Nowadays they show us their evolution being able to tackle innovative tasks. In addition they are almost in all the countries of the world. The majority of Noriker horse breed are domesticated, except for some exceptions that are in their original state that is to say like wild horses. The Noriker is cold-blooded Horse Breed. In this case he stands out in various disciplines. In this sense we can mention the race, the hunting, the dressage, the general equestrian, the jump, the work as well as the polo. Also, the Noriker horse breed is of great benefit in mountain work. Origins of the Noriker horse breed The origin of this Noriker horse breed is from Austria. In a remote era they were located in a district called Noricum. This is the reason for his appointment as a race, his origin in time remains a mystery since he is not registered. However, the perfection from the genetic point of view of the race occurred in the sixteenth century. From that moment on, the initiative to combine its genes with Neapolitan and Andalusian horses began. The horse Noriker is a horse of heavy shooting. Today it is found in other areas such as in certain mountainous provinces of Italy, Austria and Germany. One of the benefits of the Noriker horse breed is that it is a mountain breed. In effect this makes it invulnerable to suffering. Also its bearing is robust, fecund and lasting. Noriker horse breed In the Bavarian region, a lighter variety called Pinzgauer is grown. The noriker horse breed was registered in 1884 and its pedigree of horses was opened in the year 1903. Some historians claim that the Noriker horse breed itself comes from Greece. Since there they were dedicated to the breeding and breeding of the race with the uniqueness of being sent to the fighting. In fact, the Romans welcomed him and set out on a journey with these noble animals. In this sense they were responsible for breeding  specimens in a leisurely way to develop them better. This with the purpose that its adaptation was easier to the climate of the region of the Alps. Noriker horse breed under the command of Carlo Magno During the eighth century, and under the reign of Carlo Magno, the breeding and reproduction of Noriker horses breed grew progressively. So in the records that exist the first batch was in Schloss Rief for the year 1576. There near Hallein in the state of Salburgo began to develop properly the Noriker horse breed Those responsible for the new copies remained under the tutelage of the archbishops of Salzburg. The reservoirs of horses from the city of Salzburg, painted horses highlighted with Roman nose heads and bulky bodies. Without a doubt, these paintings were cold-blooded. Many Manifestations of that time reflect how these notorious horses were extraordinarily adorned. This preference remained until the 20th century. Apaloosa Layer on a Noriker horse breed Characteristics of the Noriker horse breedHis head is a bit heavy, with a straight profile. His look is relaxed transmit harmony, peace and calm. The neck is thick and stout. Likewise, the rump is usually extensive and oblique. The Noriker Horse is of short and vigorous rods. The hair on the legs of the Noriker horse breed is abundant. Its layers are sorrel, chestnut, black and Apaloosa layer among others. One of the peculiarities that this draft horse has (as we mentioned before) is that it is not used for riding activities. The purpose of using this breed is to work. This is because the Noriker is a large, energetic, heavy and gentle animal. Regarding its height at the cross varies between 150 and 185 centimeters and its weight varies between 500 and 1,200 kg. The period of gravity of the draft horses lasts 11 months. Likewise the females give birth to a single litter. Usually this begins to walk in a few hours after his arrival in the world. As in most breeds of draft horses, their life expectancy ranges from 20 to 30 years. It should be noted that the care provided by the owner or caregiver will have an important effect on both the health of the horse and its existence.Watch this video on YouTube Typical activities of the Noriker horse breed Since ancient times, draft horses have made their character and meekness available to human beings. When the automotive industry had not appeared these copies served as tractors to the producers of the agricultural sector. In addition to the car, they produced traction force, which is why they functioned as locomotives. Later mechanization germinated and in the more prosperous countries, the use of draft horses gradually diminished. However, for the purposes of consuming their meat, they were essentially reared with this intention. Fortunately, the consumption of horse meat was also reduced progressively, so that more and more people refused to eat the meat of this noble animal, such as the Noriker horse breed. The Noriker horse breed played a fundamental role in shipping goods through the Alps. In this commercial activity Celtic salt, gold and iron was moved from Salzburg to Italy, and on the return trip wine and spices were brought. This method of utilization of the Noriker horse breed resulted in it being a stocky, sure footed horse as an adjustment to the mountainous terrain. Photograph or a Noriker horse breed The Abtenauer a smaller breed of the Noriker Horse Breed As in all races of living beings in some cases of races there exists a classification of the same race with different characteristics. In the case of the Noriker horse breed it has a more diminutive subspecies of the breed. This can measure about 147-152 centimeters. This one grew up in the area of Abtenau. In contrast to the main conglomeration of equines, this sub-breed of Abtenauer does not contain the gene that spots leopards. The most frequent colors are chestnut and black of this sub race of the Noriker Horse breed. On the other hand, this horse had good trotter characteristics. Its main use was for the loading of wood on slopes. Finally, this horse variation was absorbed by the population of Noriker horse breed. What is the place of the Noriker horse breed in the future? Although this breed of horses is rare, it is part of the so-called draft horses. These specimens have fulfilled a noble task accompanying the human being in diverse tasks of the field. As well as its fundamental role in the transportation axis along steep and difficult roads. His contribution has been excellent in the service of humans in the regions where this specimen belongs. Without a doubt, the great effort that the horse has made throughout history leaves him in a hero’s role. In short, an animal worthy of admiration for its multiple abilities in different areas. Today, the field of application of horses ranging from alternative medicine therapies to their participation in theater plays is even more extensive. In other more singular cases he works as an artist, as is the case with the famous Metro horse that conquered everyone with his paintings of abstract art. Thus the draft horses and especially the Noriker horse breed will continue to help people with their peaceful and calm temperament.   Sources: https://www.ecured.cu/Caballo_n%C3%B3rico https://revistamundoequino.com/2018/10/16/el-noriker-un-bavaro-servicial/ https://www.a-alvarez.com/blog/hipica/caballos/que-son-y-para-que-sirven-las-cernejas/4332 https://es.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hallein https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Draft_horse https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Noriker   To learn more about horses and horse breed, visit us: gustavomirabalcastro.online https://twitter.com/gmirabalcastro2 https://twitter.com/gustavomirabalc Linkedin Gustavo Mirabal Web Gustavo Mirabal (página web anterior) https://www.flickr.com/people/161015276@N06/ https://www.instagram.com/gustavomirabal.es https://www.pinterest.com/gustavomirabalcastro https://about.me/gustavomirabal https://bit.ly/2Y63L9v