Tag Archives: Galicia

O Christmas Tree!

Posted on December 21, 2014 by Paul

There is a romantic yuletide notion about country living, one borne out by countless films, TV advertisements, festive cards and music videos. It is that you can just wander up into the forests, fell your own Christmas tree, and carry it home … Continue reading →

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The Curious Case of Madonna’s New Clothes

Posted on September 2, 2014 by Paul

I lived out in Abu Dhabi (U.A.E) on and off for three years back in the early nineties while providing endless IT training courses for the Town Planning Department. Life back then in the Emirates was at a very slow … Continue reading →

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The ‘Old Firm’ is Back Together for its Swansong

Posted on July 31, 2014 by Paul

Since purchasing the big red van I’ve been on a quest to find the perfect co-driver for my trip to Galicia, to ensure the safe passage of all our valuable possessions (and Amanda’s shoes and handbags).  The choice of an … Continue reading →

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Equine Assistance

Posted on June 26, 2014 by Paul

After being away from the property for a few months, there is a well practiced order in which I look at the house and land when arriving along the road from Pontenova. First priority; has the roof collapsed on the big … Continue reading →

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Live and Let Live (Die)

Posted on April 22, 2014 by Paul

One of the big perks of life in rural Galicia is the totally justifiable necessity to own and use a comprehensive range of ‘big boys toys’, not required in suburban Huddersfield. While we are still currently long-distance Gallegos this hasn’t stopped … Continue reading →

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