Six years too late?
Jan 7th 2013, 10:57 am
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Six years too late?
Hi everyone. I don't think I ever did formally introduce myself... so a few years later... I thought I would do so.
I am Elle and live with hubby & three dogs in a tiny hamlet in Almeria in SE Spain. We only moved here in September, but we were in Playa Blanca, Lanzarote (Canary islands) for 6 years before that.
I am addicted to t'internet... and I don't remember the last day I didn't log on. I do work with it as well... but am not going into a sales pitch or "Da Management" will be on me faster than a fast thing in fast week
Anyway - am always happy to meet new people, and would particularly be interested in jabbering to others in Almeria.
I have been a very bad forum member... and haven't popped in for ages. Must do better!
Hablo pronto.
Elle xx
I am Elle and live with hubby & three dogs in a tiny hamlet in Almeria in SE Spain. We only moved here in September, but we were in Playa Blanca, Lanzarote (Canary islands) for 6 years before that.
I am addicted to t'internet... and I don't remember the last day I didn't log on. I do work with it as well... but am not going into a sales pitch or "Da Management" will be on me faster than a fast thing in fast week
Anyway - am always happy to meet new people, and would particularly be interested in jabbering to others in Almeria.
I have been a very bad forum member... and haven't popped in for ages. Must do better!
Hablo pronto.
Elle xx
Last edited by Elle1971; Jan 7th 2013 at 11:10 am. Reason: Msg relocated so reflected change of message board. Also spotted typos - oops!
Jan 7th 2013, 11:05 am
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Re: Six years too late?
Welcome back. 
The Welcome Inn is for new members to introduce themselves to BE. As you have been a member for a number of years I have moved your thread over to the Spain forums.
The WI wasn't around when you joined BE...the new forum was opened about 3 years ago. Anyway...nice to see you back again.
The Welcome Inn is for new members to introduce themselves to BE. As you have been a member for a number of years I have moved your thread over to the Spain forums.
The WI wasn't around when you joined BE...the new forum was opened about 3 years ago. Anyway...nice to see you back again.
Jan 7th 2013, 11:09 am
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Re: Six years too late?
Aha! That's why I missed it back at the start. Thanks for moving it.
I shall edit my first paaragraph to reflect the change.
Much appreciated.
Elle xx
I shall edit my first paaragraph to reflect the change.
Much appreciated.
Elle xx
Jan 7th 2013, 11:53 am
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Re: Six years too late?
Hola Elle1971, nice to meet you!
Jan 7th 2013, 11:55 am
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Re: Six years too late?
Are those drinks coolers I see behind you? They look well stocked. Next time we're up your way...
Jan 7th 2013, 11:58 am
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Jan 7th 2013, 12:00 pm
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Re: Six years too late?
Mind you... we're always well stocked with vino at our place too
Elle xx
Jan 7th 2013, 1:10 pm
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Re: Six years too late?
Hi Elle,
Welcome. I know you from the other forum.
Welcome. I know you from the other forum.
Jan 7th 2013, 2:24 pm
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Jan 7th 2013, 2:32 pm
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Re: Six years too late?
Hello Elle
I have lived in the Almeria region for the past 7 years and apart from having difficulty understanding the Andalucian accent, I love it!!!! Although we live on the coast we are only a 40 minute drive to the centre of Almeria perfect for a spot of retail therapy and city life!!!
Whilst I am sure you must be missing the sunny weather in the Canaries, the weather here has been lovely so far for January, so I hope you are enjoying the sun.
I have lived in the Almeria region for the past 7 years and apart from having difficulty understanding the Andalucian accent, I love it!!!! Although we live on the coast we are only a 40 minute drive to the centre of Almeria perfect for a spot of retail therapy and city life!!!
Whilst I am sure you must be missing the sunny weather in the Canaries, the weather here has been lovely so far for January, so I hope you are enjoying the sun.
Jan 7th 2013, 2:45 pm
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Re: Six years too late?
Hello Elle
I have lived in the Almeria region for the past 7 years and apart from having difficulty understanding the Andalucian accent, I love it!!!! Although we live on the coast we are only a 40 minute drive to the centre of Almeria perfect for a spot of retail therapy and city life!!!
Whilst I am sure you must be missing the sunny weather in the Canaries, the weather here has been lovely so far for January, so I hope you are enjoying the sun.
I have lived in the Almeria region for the past 7 years and apart from having difficulty understanding the Andalucian accent, I love it!!!! Although we live on the coast we are only a 40 minute drive to the centre of Almeria perfect for a spot of retail therapy and city life!!!
Whilst I am sure you must be missing the sunny weather in the Canaries, the weather here has been lovely so far for January, so I hope you are enjoying the sun.
the other day in a local bar was discussing with the owner that I had been picked up 3 times by 3 different people for saying 20 incorrectly.
Each one of them said it differently
He nodded sagely and said they were all right.
And they tell me it is so hard to learn English
Jan 7th 2013, 3:02 pm
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Re: Six years too late?
Tell me about it.
the other day in a local bar was discussing with the owner that I had been picked up 3 times by 3 different people for saying 20 incorrectly.
Each one of them said it differently
He nodded sagely and said they were all right.
And they tell me it is so hard to learn English
the other day in a local bar was discussing with the owner that I had been picked up 3 times by 3 different people for saying 20 incorrectly.
Each one of them said it differently
He nodded sagely and said they were all right.
And they tell me it is so hard to learn English
Jan 7th 2013, 3:06 pm
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Re: Six years too late?
The most annoying was the woman in the tobaca who when i wanted to add €20 to my bus card and said Vuntay looked at me as if I was a reptile and looking down at the note in my had preplied replied Buntay ?. so the next time I said it Buntay and she said Vuntay.
GGGGRRRRHHHH
Last edited by Domino; Jan 7th 2013 at 3:10 pm.
Jan 7th 2013, 3:07 pm
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Re: Six years too late?
Hello Elle
I have lived in the Almeria region for the past 7 years and apart from having difficulty understanding the Andalucian accent, I love it!!!! Although we live on the coast we are only a 40 minute drive to the centre of Almeria perfect for a spot of retail therapy and city life!!!
Whilst I am sure you must be missing the sunny weather in the Canaries, the weather here has been lovely so far for January, so I hope you are enjoying the sun.
I have lived in the Almeria region for the past 7 years and apart from having difficulty understanding the Andalucian accent, I love it!!!! Although we live on the coast we are only a 40 minute drive to the centre of Almeria perfect for a spot of retail therapy and city life!!!
Whilst I am sure you must be missing the sunny weather in the Canaries, the weather here has been lovely so far for January, so I hope you are enjoying the sun.
I'm a little north of Albox, so a bit further inland than you are. I still haven't got to the coast... but am sure a visit to Mojacar or Roquetas is on the cards soon.
Oh God - the accent is hard work! Apparently what Spanish I did speak was with a Canarian accent... and now this is different again. Our 80 year old neighbour is unintelligable... although I'm fine is shops and with younger folk. Surprised at how many locals speak a bit of English though (considering this is not a tourist area) - I was also recently told the Guardia Civil now have to learn English as part of their training as there are so many of us here.
Hi Domino - I feel your pain! I haven't ordered "medio kilo de polla" here yet thankfully - did that more than once in Lanzarote... always causes a laugh... at my expense!
Elle xx
Jan 7th 2013, 3:13 pm
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Re: Six years too late?
Hi Julie. Yes, definitely missing the weather (and friends and family of course) but it really is lovely here, yes! 17 degrees out on the terrace a few minutes ago. The houses are seriously cold though - much much colder than Lanzarote. Glad we have a logburner... although we haven't needed to light it since Christmas Day. I'm looking forward to how hot it gets in the summer - I really am a heatlover.
I'm a little north of Albox, so a bit further inland than you are. I still haven't got to the coast... but am sure a visit to Mojacar or Roquetas is on the cards soon.
Oh God - the accent is hard work! Apparently what Spanish I did speak was with a Canarian accent... and now this is different again. Our 80 year old neighbour is unintelligable... although I'm fine is shops and with younger folk. Surprised at how many locals speak a bit of English though (considering this is not a tourist area) - I was also recently told the Guardia Civil now have to learn English as part of their training as there are so many of us here.
Hi Domino - I feel your pain! I haven't ordered "medio kilo de polla" here yet thankfully - did that more than once in Lanzarote... always causes a laugh... at my expense!
Elle xx
I'm a little north of Albox, so a bit further inland than you are. I still haven't got to the coast... but am sure a visit to Mojacar or Roquetas is on the cards soon.
Oh God - the accent is hard work! Apparently what Spanish I did speak was with a Canarian accent... and now this is different again. Our 80 year old neighbour is unintelligable... although I'm fine is shops and with younger folk. Surprised at how many locals speak a bit of English though (considering this is not a tourist area) - I was also recently told the Guardia Civil now have to learn English as part of their training as there are so many of us here.
Hi Domino - I feel your pain! I haven't ordered "medio kilo de polla" here yet thankfully - did that more than once in Lanzarote... always causes a laugh... at my expense!
Elle xx