New Short Memoir About Expats in Catalonia, 1981
Fun read! “That Luscious Moment” on Kindle.
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When I first moved to Spain I taught English privately. Since most of my students were complete beginners I had to translate into Spanish many …
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Monforte de Lemos – 6 Things to do on a rainy day
The town of Monforte de Lemos is situated in the Val de Lemos, a vast undulating plain in the south of Lugo province, Galicia. Regarded …
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The Brain Scan, Tarragona, Spain, 1983
I’m driving just outside the town of Tarragona on a two lane road. I see a car in my side view mirror overtaking everyone. Slight …
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Montederramo – Determined to survive
Nestled in the foothills of the Sierra de San Mamede mountain range in the province of Ourense, is the town of Montederramo. Like many inland …
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Baiona – A pint-sized paradise
The seaside town of Baiona (Bayona), on the west coast of Galicia, is a modern resort with a long history. The earliest settlement dates back …
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Restaurant Review: Rebate, Alicante Province
One of the many wonderful things about living in Spain is that it’s a lot cheaper to eat out than in the UK. And even …
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Montefurado – Tunnel vision
Ancient history indicates that the alluvial plains along the river Sil in Galicia were a rich source of gold. However; it wasn’t until the Roman …
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The Castle of Monterrey – A Spanish Acropolis
The palace-fortress of Monterrey (O castello de Monterrei) occupies a commanding position on the outskirts of the city of Verín in the province of Ourense. During …
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O Barco – A landlocked treasure
The town of O Barco (The Boat) is located in the province of Ourense in Galicia. It lies in the foothills of the Sierra de …
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