It’s been a month since my last blog. The longest break that I’ve had over the last few years. The break was partly deliberate, partly forced and partly because of procrastination. So, what have I been up to? Well, to be honest, not a great deal apart from lots of work on the quinta. That’s…
Tag: Quinta
Feliz Anos Novo
Happy New Year. For me, 2022 was an instrumental year as I moved to Portugal. I’ve now been living in Portugal for five months and the time has flown by. I am sure 2023 will be a mixture of excitement and challenge. Hopefully in equal measure. The festive period has been quiet for me. I’m…
People, exploring and practising my Portuguese. What could go wrong?
It’s been a busy week with lots of variety. I’ve been enjoying the hospitality, working on the quinta, a little on the house and preparing for some of the weeks ahead. I will endeavour not to make this a chronological diary, but who knows how it will pan out. Meeting friends, enjoying the hospitality My…
Deed signed! Keys in hand!
It’s official. I am a property owner in Portugal. And it’s an amazing feeling! But it has been a busy couple of weeks. And, at times I have needed to hold my nerve. It hasn’t been straightforward although part of this has been self-inflicted. I bought a quinta in Portugal I am the proud owner…