Me and organized/ planning just don't go. I live my life in an organized chaos.

But I guess I will have to get myself sorted. I have got a 2 year old and a husband (who is so laid back he is horizontal) to organize. I am compiling my list of questions to ask when we go back to spain next week. So I guess thats a start

Unfortunately if one of you is horizontal it forces the other one to be organised. I have always found lists are a very useful tool because of the need to tick things as they are done, so giving an incenticçve to do more. Taught my OH to do this when we first got together and now I am the one who does things from my mental list and he is the one with the lists written down.

Before coming to Spain he had loads of different books full of lists regarding what had to be done in UK, Spain and the family. We found them yesterday and ripped them up. So satisfying.

Rosemary

Hi Prettypolly90,hey you have come a long way,when you joined the forum you were apprehensive about the move as it was something your O/H suggested you do.You seem more confident now and are about to visit Yecla next week,I do hope the visit is a success.
Its a shame about the people dropping out of their offer at the weekend,but these things happen,its one of the pitfalls of trying to sell a house.
I think its natural for you to feel a bit stressed,your house is up for sale,you are about to visit Yecla,and there is so much to plan and organise.
I hope you have a safe journey and you find that is the place you would feel happy and at home.
I will look forward to your posts on your return,I hope its all good......

Hi .
Good luck to all that are moving very very soon. Wish you a safe journey and best wishes. Have a great time, hope all your dreams come true.
Luv Eve

My family are looking into Murcia region or Costa Calida area, there is place called Roldan which we may be moving to this is about 10 mins away from Mar Menor,does anyone know this town? whats it like? and any info about removals eg renting a lorry for 2 families furniture, any contacts that would be useful to me and any advice about setting up our own business on Mar Menor- water ski-ing? is there already alot of these types of business on there.

thanks

After looking around various areas of Spain my other half and I have decided on Lebrija on the Costa de la Luz. Our reasons for this decision was because Lebrija is a typical small spanish town and the development we are buying in will the one of the first big influx's from other countries. Exciting but also nerve wracking as we dont speak any Spanish - yet. We are hoping to leave the rat race early 2008 and have sold our house in anticipation so its definitely "no going back" for us. Is there anyone on this forum in this area or moving to this area?

Hello Bernipops,first of all a big welcome to British Expats,you found us,brill.
I cant personally help with the area of Spain you are moving to has Im still in the UK and hoping to move to Andalucia,Im sure you will find someone from the area on here.
Have you seen the thread of JDR,s( moderator) at the top of the main page FREE BEER there is a lot of information there regarding various issues on moving to Spain,also if you take a bit of time and read a few threads,there are a lot of issues been covered.If you want you can open your own thread also.
I would not worry too much about not speaking the language,although it is far better if you can (at least the basics) ,there are a lot of us in the same boat,there are also many of us like yourself waiting in anticipation to move.

We will look forward to your postings and help has much as we can

Just back in the UK after a long weekend in Benalmadena Pueblo.......and we have sorted out a lovely 2 bedroomed apartment in the Pueblo. It is lovely there so we feel very lucky.
When we landed back in Newcastle it was pouring with rain and freezing.
I wish I did not have to return but we need to sort out loads of stuff with our business etc.
ANOTHER FANTASTIC THING is we have 2 properties to look at for our business. We also have a guy that will assist us getting our business licence and NEI numbers etc (all the exciting stuff)
Things are really flying ahead. one of the properties to look at for our business is actually in the Pueblo just along from out apartment so we could walk to work if it goes ahead.
Our garage is now nearly empty and our living room is looking the same. Our suite is going this weekend so we will be sitting on our thumbs for the next few weeks.
I have to admit I am pretty nervous. Once we put the money down for the apartment it is like WOW a committment. SCARY stuff. Exciting also though.
A big worry is once we get the business premises we need to get the business going ASAP.
I feel we have made some great progress in our Spanish expedition though so all is going very well indeed.

Wow Peter,
That's great news!
It sounds like you've achieved a lot this weekend, and it all seems very promising. Good for you!

Wouldn't it be great if you could get the business premises that would enable you to walk to work!?
Still, it's great that you now know where you're going to be living - and I'm sure it won't be long before the business side of things is sorted.

Oo-er, the house is really empty now, isn't it!?
You're bound to be feeling a strange mixture of emotions; it's only natural.

What's your next step? Have you actually got a move date sorted?
I take it your rented place will be furnished!!?

Glad you've found someone to help you with the paperwork.
Wishing you the very best of luck, and hoping that everything goes smoothly for you.

Please keep posting and letting us know what you're up to, and how it's all going once you get over here.
All good wishes to you,
Sam.

Wow! You have done really well in such a short space of time Pwblackbelt! You will have to buy yourself a couple of inflatable armchairs to sit on! That's great about finding an apartment and 2 possible premises for your business, AND someone to help you with the "necesarry paperwork". Wish you all the best, and keep us posted!

Nice one well done , organised and so quick as well .. Nerves are to be expected so ride it through i have a feeling your going to do well in your new venture .

keep the updates coming ..

Just to let you know we have got a 3 bed appt. sorted out for as long as we need (probably take it for 3 months) from August at a reasonable rent. The kids are both happy with the school they will be going to. And so am I. Going back tomorrow by myself - getting the train which will be fun. Will be taking my Spanish phrase book and dictionary in case I get lost.
OH is very good at driving on the right so I think I will give it a go cos it doesn´t seem so scary now.

Well Done Pete. Things are really starting to move for you now. Know the feeling about the house getting empty, We are waiting to sign up in around 3-4 weeks so clearing things daily.
Who knows we may become neighbours? as we are moving to the same area. We need to find the business first and then we will look for accomodation. Brenda doesn't drive so we dont want to be too far away, Although I am looking for 2 apartments, One For Brenda and me and the other one for my Son and his partner, So if you know of any cheap ones let me know.
Again Well done and good luck with everything. I jhave told my two lads about your plans and they seem interested in visiting you once you get established.

That's really good news sunnydee

Excellent that you're all happy with the school - that'll be a big relief.
Remind me, how old are your children? Are they excited about their new life over here?

I don't know whether you'll see this before you leave tomorrow, but just wanted to wish you a safe journey.
Ooh, you're definitely having some advenutures aren't you? Off on the train; that's great
I've never been on a Spanish train, but I gather the high speed ones are pretty impressive. It would be good to hear about your experience when you get back.
How long are you going for? What's this particular trip for - to do with your business plans?
Good luck, in any case

Don't worry too much about driving on the right. I was terrified when we first got here, but I am now "brave" enough to drive the 18km to the two towns either side of us!!
Well, "poco a poco" as the Spanish say, eh?

Wishing you all the best with your new venture, and please do keep us posted as to your progress.

All good wishes from,
Sam.

Glad all went well for you, and you liked the apartment, was told about the business premises near to the apartment, so good when everything comes together, hope everything continues to go well for you and you get settled and your business up and running soon, may even join myself!
Good Luck