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When winter touched Liñeiras

Posted on August 1, 2013 by Paul

I’ve never seen the house and barn in snow. It does occasionally snow in Galicia but with the warming effect of the Atlantic spreading as far in land as A Pontenova, it is very rare for anything but the lightest … Continue reading →

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Three births and eighty deaths

Posted on July 26, 2013 by Paul

I can’t believe how fast this week has gone, and how exhausting painting can be. If I never see another drop of white emulsion again, it will be too soon. We’ve used close to 30 litres to paint the living … Continue reading →

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And on the fourth day…

Posted on June 18, 2013 by Paul

The kitchen was finally fitted on the fourth day, the fitter was not joking when he said that two days wouldn’t be enough to fit eight metres in length, although I did unpack and push the fridge-freezer into position myself saving … Continue reading →

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When people ask why?

Posted on June 10, 2013 by Paul

When we first tell people of 0ur plans for the house in Galicia we are greeted with two dichotomous responses. One set of people are filled with excitement, on our behalf, wishing us well and showing a genuine interest in … Continue reading →

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England 2 – España 2

Posted on June 6, 2013 by Paul

I’ve levelled the score and now we’re drawing on aggregate. The carpenter arrived fifteen minutes ahead of schedule on Monday and installed the internal doors. 2-1. I’m sitting on the balcony with a cup of coffee made in my newly … Continue reading →

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