What does everybody do?
Aug 20th 2007, 8:25 am
#31
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Re: What does everybody do?
Depends where you live and your outlook on life. There is so much more to do here than uk ,mainly because its affordable.
I could do with a hand Sept, Almond Harvest 500 trees , Nov- Dec Olive harvest 200 trees , winter oranges, Garden 10 months of year. Cutting wood for wood burner, Painting/ Maint of Cortijo, Spanish lessons, meeting friends. fishing, trips in the countryside. The list is endless i am in my fifth year and it seems like yesterday that we drove down from uk.
I would first rent for 6 months and keep property in uk We have an estate agent friend who says if you last 9 months you are normally ok and a lot dont last which financially is a disaster for them.The add on taxes of buying and selling in a falling property market should make anyone cautious.
Dont be put off its a fabulous counrty with wonderful friendly people choose area and friends wisely.
I could do with a hand Sept, Almond Harvest 500 trees , Nov- Dec Olive harvest 200 trees , winter oranges, Garden 10 months of year. Cutting wood for wood burner, Painting/ Maint of Cortijo, Spanish lessons, meeting friends. fishing, trips in the countryside. The list is endless i am in my fifth year and it seems like yesterday that we drove down from uk.
I would first rent for 6 months and keep property in uk We have an estate agent friend who says if you last 9 months you are normally ok and a lot dont last which financially is a disaster for them.The add on taxes of buying and selling in a falling property market should make anyone cautious.
Dont be put off its a fabulous counrty with wonderful friendly people choose area and friends wisely.
Aug 28th 2007, 11:24 am
#32
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Re: What does everybody do?
It is amazing how fast the time flies by. It seems like yesterday that we first moved here, it's actually over 3 years ago. Family and friends visit. We have made new friends in our village. We pop out to get the bread and return six hours later. People are so much friendlier here. If you make the effort, even by just saying 'Hola' they appreciate it. We have been invited to weddings, communions, children's birthday parties and for dinner in our Spanish neighbour's house.
We live in a beautiful part of Andalucia which is an ideal spot for artists.
I am teaching myself to draw, slowly. I go to the markets and buy books. We both enjoy photography and walking. We have been to all the villages in our area and taken many photos.
We also write a daily blog of our life here in Spain.
We have three border collies, four cats, two donkeys and are looking after 5 motherless kittens at the moment.
I am not sure if I can post our website addresses here, but if anyone is interested pm me and I will send you the links.
We live in a beautiful part of Andalucia which is an ideal spot for artists.
I am teaching myself to draw, slowly. I go to the markets and buy books. We both enjoy photography and walking. We have been to all the villages in our area and taken many photos.
We also write a daily blog of our life here in Spain.
We have three border collies, four cats, two donkeys and are looking after 5 motherless kittens at the moment.
I am not sure if I can post our website addresses here, but if anyone is interested pm me and I will send you the links.
Aug 28th 2007, 12:24 pm
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Re: What does everybody do?
It is amazing how fast the time flies by. It seems like yesterday that we first moved here, it's actually over 3 years ago. Family and friends visit. We have made new friends in our village. We pop out to get the bread and return six hours later. People are so much friendlier here. If you make the effort, even by just saying 'Hola' they appreciate it. We have been invited to weddings, communions, children's birthday parties and for dinner in our Spanish neighbour's house.
We live in a beautiful part of Andalucia which is an ideal spot for artists.
I am teaching myself to draw, slowly. I go to the markets and buy books. We both enjoy photography and walking. We have been to all the villages in our area and taken many photos.
We also write a daily blog of our life here in Spain.
We have three border collies, four cats, two donkeys and are looking after 5 motherless kittens at the moment.
I am not sure if I can post our website addresses here, but if anyone is interested pm me and I will send you the links.
We live in a beautiful part of Andalucia which is an ideal spot for artists.
I am teaching myself to draw, slowly. I go to the markets and buy books. We both enjoy photography and walking. We have been to all the villages in our area and taken many photos.
We also write a daily blog of our life here in Spain.
We have three border collies, four cats, two donkeys and are looking after 5 motherless kittens at the moment.
I am not sure if I can post our website addresses here, but if anyone is interested pm me and I will send you the links.
Aug 28th 2007, 4:44 pm
#34
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Re: What does everybody do?
Aug 28th 2007, 7:05 pm
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Re: What does everybody do?
Hi Rhiannon1 well I must say you life sounds idilic, where in Andalucia do you live,we are looking at that area to move to.I would just love a donkey myself and another boxer dog or two.Im also interested in water colour ,I hope to spend more time on hobbies when we move.I would be interested to look at your links,JDR says you can put them where your signature goes,look forward to them
Just click on Rhiannon's name and go to "View Public Profile". The link to her webpage is there
Aug 28th 2007, 7:28 pm
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Aug 28th 2007, 7:34 pm
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Aug 28th 2007, 7:37 pm
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Aug 30th 2007, 9:19 am
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Re: What does everybody do?
Hi Rhiannon1 well I must say you life sounds idilic, where in Andalucia do you live,we are looking at that area to move to.I would just love a donkey myself and another boxer dog or two.Im also interested in water colour ,I hope to spend more time on hobbies when we move.I would be interested to look at your links,JDR says you can put them where your signature goes,look forward to them
Aug 30th 2007, 11:17 am
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Re: What does everybody do?
Hello to Dylan 
Aug 30th 2007, 11:28 am
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Re: What does everybody do?
Pete can you please keep your sex toys off this forum?
Next you will start spamming us with gay arsed bikes!!
Next you will start spamming us with gay arsed bikes!!
