The whole enchilada

The Romans had the right idea in creating the toga — amazing versatility, comfortable enough to wear around the house and (if done correctly) highly fashionable.

However, let's not allow the greatness of the toga detract from the equally amazing, all-purpose poncho.  Need a last minute outfit for tonight's dinner party?  Why not grab that old blanket, cut a hole in the middle of it, and slide it over your head?  Voila!  Problem solved.  Cold?  Raining?  No problem for the poncho.

Not only is the poncho an excellent piece of apparel, but to me, it perfectly represents the Spanish language.  Spanish is dynamic.  It's a multifaceted language that is increasingly weaving its way into the culture and vocabulary of estadounidenses.  This immediately becomes clear upon entering the state of Tejas, where nearly everyone understands basic Spanish phrases such as: la cucaracha, cuidado piso mojado, yo quiero Taco Bell and living la viva loca.