Monthly Archives: November 2012

A turning point is reached

Today marked a turning point in the barn renovation, my builders descended on site in numbers (well…two of them) and actually started construction. To add to my levity I awoke to found that Ramon’s Internet has been switched back on … Continue reading

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The rain in Spain stays mainly in Galicia

When I was here last year the weather was glorious. Long sunny spells punctuated by the occasional downpour with temperatures in the mid to late teen centigrade. This year, so far, has been totally different with downpours, fog, frost and … Continue reading

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And we’re off

With all this global warming there must be some parts of the earth which are burning, because none of the extra heat has found its way to Galicia. Last night I sought solace and warmth in one of Taramundi’s bars … Continue reading

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Back from the frozen north

It was a very early start. Amanda was dragged shouting and screaming from her slumbers at an unearthly 4am this morning to give me a lift to Leeds railway station for the 5:30am train to Stansted. Once again I am … Continue reading

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