It’s time to start something new and trust the magic of new beginnings.
I gradually got to the front of the queue at the VFS Global office in London. On entering, you walk through a scanner and to the front text. Honestly, I have no idea why they have a scanner. Maybe it’s for authenticity, or maybe just a prop. Either way, everyone just walked through. No checks,…
Now, I know I am a right pain in the bum. I potentially have first degree honours in being a pain. It’s been something I’ve learnt throughout my time at the University of Life. I’ve learnt a lot. I’ve forgotten more than I remember. And I’ve gained some talents. Being disruptive and challenging, and saying…
April is a busy month. This year it is even busier than usual. So busy in fact that I’ve missed two weekly blogs. Part of me hasn’t missed writing the blog, but, at the same time, I’ve strangely missed it. The last couple of weeks has been incredibly busy. Partly self-induced. Partly induced by others….
This last week has been one of getting paperwork and admin in order in preparation for my D7 visa submission. When I was writing last week’s blog, I was excited to receive my certificate confirming that I don’t have a criminal record. Phew. Next on the list was my health insurance. It transpires that my…
I’ve got keys. Oh my goodness. I’ve got keys to a property in Portugal. I’ve got to pinch myself as all of a sudden, it’s getting very real, very quickly. There have been some huge steps forward over the last couple of weeks. Personally, professionally and Portugally. I know, it’s not a real word but…
I landed in Portugal last weekend. And it’s been a few hectic days. Today is the first day I have nothing planned so I’m going to head to the Silver Coast. Take some time for a little relaxation. I started writing my blog on the plane last Saturday. I got a couple of sentences…