Our Farm Portugal | Nossa Quinta Portugal
It's time to start something new and trust the magic of new beginnings.
It’s three weeks until I hand back the keys to my rental house and head to Portugal. Since I made the decision to move to Portugal the anticipation and excitement have been constant. But also, there have been some reservations. The next three weeks are going to be hectic and include a week in Greece….
I am ecstatic! I’ve been dancing in the kitchen. Punching the air. I have a beaming smile from ear to ear. I am privileged to have been granted the first stage of my D7 Visa from the Portugal Consulate in London. Thank you. I am incredibly grateful. And I won’t let you down. It has…
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…
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…
Planning my move to Portugal is exciting. The picture I have is, at times, idyllic, bordering on romanticising about it. Occasionally those rose-tinted glasses return, but the reality of the task in hand isn’t far away. Early on in my plans, I had a great conversation with someone else who is planning a similar adventure…