The looks, comments, questions and touches I've received here because of my sex are a little more difficult to accept. I was warned and basically told to ignore it, but I don't much care for it. I want to reply, but one clumsy Spanish phrase from me only emphasized the fact that I don't really understand what's going on. So I'll keep my mouth shut and my chin up. There's another cultural difference here.
Couples are really affectionate.
I see people everywhere, hugging, kissing and completely absorbed in each other. Also, I've stuck my hand out more than once to introduce myself to someone and their lips hit my cheeks even before I've figured out to kiss left or right first. It's a little unfamiliar but fun and a good way to break down barriers when you first meet someone. People are really approachable and really patient with my attempts at conversation. I am off the train and about to walk home.