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Forum: Spain
Jan 17th 2013, 5:20 pm
Replies: 23
Views: 1,874
Posted By VivaJavea

Re: Suggestions please

I think it's just a nice thing to do
Anyway regards them thinking I want something......
I have seen the dad with a little tractor, and I would like to borrow it!
Maybe ask advice about plants etc...
Forum: Spain
Jan 17th 2013, 3:20 pm
Replies: 23
Views: 1,874
Posted By VivaJavea

Re: Suggestions please

Thanks for your replies
They are the only other house on the lane and I want to get past the hola stage and introduce myself properly, with my not so good Spanish and my daughter( always good to...
Forum: Spain
Jan 17th 2013, 2:20 pm
Replies: 23
Views: 1,874
Posted By VivaJavea

Re: Suggestions please

Can't invite for a meal as have no kitchen. Yet!
We haven't moved in yet and I think there are 3generations, grandparent, parents and I think a boy of about 10
Forum: Spain
Jan 17th 2013, 6:13 am
Replies: 23
Views: 1,874
Posted By VivaJavea

Suggestions please

I am going to be moving to the countryside and want to introduce myself to my nearest Spanish neighbour and want to bring a gift.
I just have no ideas.
I would like to bring something more...
Forum: Spain
Dec 23rd 2012, 7:50 am
Replies: 35
Views: 28,833
Posted By VivaJavea

Re: Septic tanks

Thanks for that, just what I needed to know
Have a great Xmas to one and all
All I want for Xmas is a septic tank!
Forum: Spain
Dec 22nd 2012, 7:17 pm
Replies: 35
Views: 28,833
Posted By VivaJavea

Re: Septic tanks

Thanks for your replies,
I've checked out Internet for info, but as the previous owner only used the place at weekends and had no washing machine I don't know if this will last for full time...
Forum: Spain
Dec 22nd 2012, 5:33 pm
Replies: 35
Views: 28,833
Posted By VivaJavea

Smile Septic tanks

Hi there,
I am moving to a place that has a septic tank(well a non accessible concrete covered pit about 15 years old)
I suspect I am going to have to have a new one.
Any advice really welcome,...
Forum: Spain
Jul 26th 2012, 8:03 am
Replies: 60
Views: 5,691
Posted By VivaJavea

Re: Moving to Javea

That is so true and without this info I could have been in big trouble.
Big up BE!
Forum: Spain
Jul 25th 2012, 8:33 pm
Replies: 60
Views: 5,691
Posted By VivaJavea

Re: Moving to Javea

Yes me too, thank you so much for your time and wise word of wisdom, it really was great to meet you x
Forum: Spain
Jul 25th 2012, 8:29 pm
Replies: 60
Views: 5,691
Posted By VivaJavea

Re: Moving to Javea

Well after a meeting with the lovely Lynn I don't think that she will be going to XIC..............so many issues with the schoool,
Now it will be Laude, so a whole new issue of where to live now...
Forum: Spain
Jul 25th 2012, 6:34 am
Replies: 60
Views: 5,691
Posted By VivaJavea

Re: Moving to Javea

Well how things sound and reality are 2 different things!
Agreed that 14 year old are not wise,
The thing I have learnt from this forum is that people can also come across as judgemental and I'm...
Forum: Spain
Jul 24th 2012, 6:56 pm
Replies: 60
Views: 5,691
Posted By VivaJavea

Re: Moving to Javea

Who says I don't work?
But I am lucky, to be here by the pool with a glass of cava......
Forum: Spain
Jul 24th 2012, 6:54 pm
Replies: 60
Views: 5,691
Posted By VivaJavea

Re: Moving to Javea

Yes!!!!! Actions and consequences....

Don't do the crime if you can't do the time!
Children are so much more aware of life and possibilities than I ever was,
If you want the nice place to live,...
Forum: Spain
Jul 24th 2012, 6:25 pm
Replies: 60
Views: 5,691
Posted By VivaJavea

Re: Moving to Javea

I am a great believer in giving children "choices"
From an early age she makes choices in what she wants for example....

If you don't do this homework then you won't see your friends on Friday
...
Forum: Spain
Jul 24th 2012, 4:38 pm
Replies: 60
Views: 5,691
Posted By VivaJavea

Re: Moving to Javea

For sure some are but defiantly not all.
Economic reasons, NHS Benefits a myriad of reasons.
It's a real issue in parts of London for an already squeezed education system.
I don't think people...
Forum: Spain
Jul 24th 2012, 3:59 pm
Replies: 60
Views: 5,691
Posted By VivaJavea

Re: Moving to Javea

I can't imagine how hard it would be for a secondary school age child to attend a school and not speak the language. School is hard enough as it is without not understanding the language, let alone...
Forum: Spain
Jul 24th 2012, 9:56 am
Replies: 60
Views: 5,691
Posted By VivaJavea

Re: Moving to Javea

Mmmm no response.....
Forum: Spain
Jul 24th 2012, 8:47 am
Replies: 60
Views: 5,691
Posted By VivaJavea

Re: Moving to Javea

Yes like I said really you get out of life what you put in.
I don't want to criticise other expats, each to their own, however I find it really ignorant to be living in a foreign country and not to...
Forum: Spain
Jul 24th 2012, 7:15 am
Replies: 60
Views: 5,691
Posted By VivaJavea

Re: Moving to Javea

14 is definatly a tricky age!
That said she is really up for the experience/ challenge.
In London she went to a really big roughneck girls school and the new experience of this mixed school the new...
Forum: Spain
Jul 24th 2012, 6:12 am
Replies: 60
Views: 5,691
Posted By VivaJavea

Re: Moving to Javea

Hi there, thanks for response, I really appreciate it.
I think my main concern is that most of rental properties have holiday let's in and am unable to secure a place on this visit. I am going to...
Forum: Spain
Jul 23rd 2012, 8:51 am
Replies: 60
Views: 5,691
Posted By VivaJavea

Re: Moving to Javea

arghhh just trying to PM I don't know how!
Forum: Spain
Jul 23rd 2012, 7:27 am
Replies: 60
Views: 5,691
Posted By VivaJavea

Re: Moving to Javea

Yep this is true, also I am wary of shifty estate agents!
Im used to dealing with dodgy estate agents in London but here is a possible minefield as there is not the backup. I know which ones to...
Forum: Spain
Jul 23rd 2012, 6:07 am
Replies: 60
Views: 5,691
Posted By VivaJavea

Re: Moving to Javea

Thanks for your reply,

First question I'd like to ask is Do I need a Spanish address or residence card to open bank account?
As the houses we are interested in renting have holiday let's in...
Forum: Spain
Jul 22nd 2012, 6:52 pm
Replies: 60
Views: 5,691
Posted By VivaJavea

Re: Moving to Javea

Can I transfer the original post to the Spanish forum?
Or can you do that for me?:)
Forum: Spain
Jul 22nd 2012, 6:29 pm
Replies: 60
Views: 5,691
Posted By VivaJavea

Re: Moving to Javea

Thanks Rosemary,
I have tried to find my thread on Spanish section but can't seem to see it,
When I link from email it doesnt show it
Am I being a bit thick or is it not on that part?
Sorry to...
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