Another wonderful weekend here. Saturday, we started the day with a stop at the local bakery in Canyelles, Cafeteria Fleca Bertran. We had coffee and a pastry and bought a loaf of bread all for €6 ($6.70). The bakery also sells wine, cava, olive oil and jams. This lovely little gem is five minutes from our casa.… Continue reading A weekend in the life…
Tag: Spanish
Bob’s stand-up desk
Yesterday as I was trying to write my blog Bob was building his stand-up desk. Nothing like trying to write with the sound of a drill next to you. 😉 It got to the point where it needed both of us to assemble so my writing didn't get done. I told you about our attempt… Continue reading Bob’s stand-up desk
Nuevos Amigos
Saturday afternoon we went to our neighbor Gloria’s home to have lunch with her and our next-door neighbors Kim and Virginia. I had told you that we had a lovely time with them a few weeks ago and when we set this date we agreed to all learn a bit more of each other’s languages… Continue reading Nuevos Amigos
Six weeks in our new life
Today marks our 6 week anniversary of our new life here in Spain. Part of me thinks how is it possible that we have already been here 6 weeks while the other part of me feels like we have been here forever. Such a big change in lifestyle and surroundings. The change hasn't been hard… Continue reading Six weeks in our new life
A learning experience
Today I thought I would share with you some random things from our adventure. In no particular order. I must tell you that I am so very glad that we moved here at a time when Google Translate exists. Yes, we know it isn't perfect but it works a lot better than charades and stumbling… Continue reading A learning experience