Tuesday 31st March.
We have just come off the Skype phone after speaking to and seeing Jack and Lyn in Mc Crae,Australia via a video call link up for the first time! Sadly they could not see us due to technical difficulties but any day now we will get the technology working! They have also seen and read our blog-page about the wedding and saw the pictures that we had posted from the wedding;yesterday we rang Norah,Brenda’s sister in Runcorn to tell her to check out the blog so as she could also look at the pictures and tell Jenny,Brenda’s other sister on the Wirral about them.We have also started to write up a family tree as we put names to faces from the Facebook wedding pictures ready for when Jack and Lyn visit us in June.
Tuesday, March 31, 2009
Monday, March 30, 2009
WEDDING UPDATE FROM AUSTRALIA.
Monday 30th March,
THE WONDERFUL AND MAGICAL WEDDING OF JACK AND LYN;
The pictures below have just come via an e-mail from Annette,Lyn’s daughter and will give you a little look at the wedding of the year;there are a lot more pictures on Facebook posted by the all the family but I can’t transfer Facebook pictures! The vintage Chevy,1955 BellAir took Lyn from her house to the wedding at Jack’s house, Jeff Lyn’s only son gave her away and he is also pictured with his wife Annette and his daughter Kate who has blossomed into a lovely young lady since we last saw her in England,not that she wasn’t then! The pictures of Jack and Lyn,exchanging rings,signing the register and cutting the cake follow on with then some more pictures of Lyn with her Great Grandchildren,Bethany and Livia and one of her Grandson’s “ Little” Michael! The wedding certificate can then be seen before the picture of Cameron,one of Jack’s Grandchildren leading the singing on his guitar.One “ Helluva ”day in McCrae Australia!
PS; I couldn't resist taking the picture's of Africa this afternoon,as you can see!
THE WONDERFUL AND MAGICAL WEDDING OF JACK AND LYN;
The pictures below have just come via an e-mail from Annette,Lyn’s daughter and will give you a little look at the wedding of the year;there are a lot more pictures on Facebook posted by the all the family but I can’t transfer Facebook pictures! The vintage Chevy,1955 BellAir took Lyn from her house to the wedding at Jack’s house, Jeff Lyn’s only son gave her away and he is also pictured with his wife Annette and his daughter Kate who has blossomed into a lovely young lady since we last saw her in England,not that she wasn’t then! The pictures of Jack and Lyn,exchanging rings,signing the register and cutting the cake follow on with then some more pictures of Lyn with her Great Grandchildren,Bethany and Livia and one of her Grandson’s “ Little” Michael! The wedding certificate can then be seen before the picture of Cameron,one of Jack’s Grandchildren leading the singing on his guitar.One “ Helluva ”day in McCrae Australia!
PS; I couldn't resist taking the picture's of Africa this afternoon,as you can see!
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CASA OLIMPIA.
Sunday 29th March.
After the excitement of Saturday it was back to looking after Joan,Boo,Millie and the cats at the end of week five-the saga! Chris phoned early on and we found out that he was back in England and that he and Kerry are now planning to fly back to Lisbon this week,sometime ! The sun was out but with a little breeze so we could not sit out on the balcony but the views across to Africa were very clear and with the blue skies it was a perfect day.For our Sunday Lunch this week we had Roast Topside of Beef with Yorkshire Pudding and proper finger coating Gravy with crisp Roast Potatoes,Broccoli and Cauliflower in Cheese sauce,Cabbage with Smoked Bacon,Carrots with Ginger and Braised Onions ! Overnight Lyn’s daughters.Annette and Deb posted pictures of the wedding on Facebook so after lunch we were able to sit with Joan and see the happy couple on their wonderful and magical day.
After the excitement of Saturday it was back to looking after Joan,Boo,Millie and the cats at the end of week five-the saga! Chris phoned early on and we found out that he was back in England and that he and Kerry are now planning to fly back to Lisbon this week,sometime ! The sun was out but with a little breeze so we could not sit out on the balcony but the views across to Africa were very clear and with the blue skies it was a perfect day.For our Sunday Lunch this week we had Roast Topside of Beef with Yorkshire Pudding and proper finger coating Gravy with crisp Roast Potatoes,Broccoli and Cauliflower in Cheese sauce,Cabbage with Smoked Bacon,Carrots with Ginger and Braised Onions ! Overnight Lyn’s daughters.Annette and Deb posted pictures of the wedding on Facebook so after lunch we were able to sit with Joan and see the happy couple on their wonderful and magical day.
Saturday, March 28, 2009
WEDDING DAY AUSTRALIA.
Saturday 28th March 2009.
THE WEDDING OF Mr.and Mrs.Jack Irving IN McCRAE,VICTORIA AUSTRALIA;
At 2-00pm today the wedding took place, in the garden of Mr.Jack Irving's house between a fine Australian Gentleman, Jack Irving and an English Rose,Lyn Dutton,with all their family and friend's gathered around to wish the happy couple,Health,Wealth and Happiness in their future together;Lyn's two Great Grandchildren,Bethany and Livia sang a special surprise song during the ceremony.A full report will follow in the next few days together with pictures;the picture below shows us after our failed attempt to make a Skype Video Call after the wedding ceremony but we were able to speak to the happy couple to wish them congratulations!
THE WEDDING OF Mr.and Mrs.Jack Irving IN McCRAE,VICTORIA AUSTRALIA;
At 2-00pm today the wedding took place, in the garden of Mr.Jack Irving's house between a fine Australian Gentleman, Jack Irving and an English Rose,Lyn Dutton,with all their family and friend's gathered around to wish the happy couple,Health,Wealth and Happiness in their future together;Lyn's two Great Grandchildren,Bethany and Livia sang a special surprise song during the ceremony.A full report will follow in the next few days together with pictures;the picture below shows us after our failed attempt to make a Skype Video Call after the wedding ceremony but we were able to speak to the happy couple to wish them congratulations!
Friday, March 27, 2009
CASA OLIMPIA.
This morning after packing and getting ready to move out we had still not received a phone call from Chris to confirm when they will be back so we had to go down to Tarifa to stock up for the weekend again;the sun is out ( 24 Degs. and Rising) and the wind has dropped so we found the beach at the start of the bay and took the pictures below to show what a spectacular setting it is here in Tarifa.The first picture shows Joan and Brenda on the Web-Cam after lunch as we practised using it for the first time! They are now sat on the balcony having their afternoon tea and cake in the very warm sunshine.
PS; Chris phoned in the late afternoon and we don't think that we will be home before Monday at the earliest,the start of week six-the saga continues!
PS; Chris phoned in the late afternoon and we don't think that we will be home before Monday at the earliest,the start of week six-the saga continues!
CASA OLIMPIA.
Thursday 26th March.
The sun was out and with only a light breeze we were able to sit on the lower balcony by the large lounge for breakfast and lunch; the top balcony by the master bedroom catches the sun in the afternoon and it was very pleasant for a change as we looked out towards Africa and the Rif Mountains,the Strait was covered in a sea mist and the only thing showing was the top of the mountains above the cloud base behind the coast and Ceuta.
Brenda has once again put a sparkle on the villa and caught up with her washing and ironing as we prepare yet again to move back to Manilva.In the morning we cleaned the cars and I washed down outside the front entrance with my new found hosepipe, I’ve always found using a hose very calming and therapeutically over the years I’ve used it to get rid of stress! Not that I need it now!! In the evening we had Sausage and Mash for dinner with crispy Smoked Bacon and Cabbage and I made a White Onion sauce for a change.Later on Chris phoned and Joan spoke to him after I had sent him a text message,we think he is in Spain and are waiting for a phone call from him to confirm when they will be home.
The sun was out and with only a light breeze we were able to sit on the lower balcony by the large lounge for breakfast and lunch; the top balcony by the master bedroom catches the sun in the afternoon and it was very pleasant for a change as we looked out towards Africa and the Rif Mountains,the Strait was covered in a sea mist and the only thing showing was the top of the mountains above the cloud base behind the coast and Ceuta.
Brenda has once again put a sparkle on the villa and caught up with her washing and ironing as we prepare yet again to move back to Manilva.In the morning we cleaned the cars and I washed down outside the front entrance with my new found hosepipe, I’ve always found using a hose very calming and therapeutically over the years I’ve used it to get rid of stress! Not that I need it now!! In the evening we had Sausage and Mash for dinner with crispy Smoked Bacon and Cabbage and I made a White Onion sauce for a change.Later on Chris phoned and Joan spoke to him after I had sent him a text message,we think he is in Spain and are waiting for a phone call from him to confirm when they will be home.
Wednesday, March 25, 2009
CASA OLIMPIA.
Tuesday / Wednesday 24th/25th March.
Tuesday 24th.
As we got up it was warm and sunny, for a change, so we shot down to Tarifa to go to the Hypermarket and then we stopped in the old town to go to the Chemist’s and then pick up some light bulbs; we are planning to be here until Saturday, yesterday I picked up Baby cards for Charlie and Aidan, aWedding card for Lyn and also a Birthday card for Joan as it is Chris’s birthday over the weekend and then found the post box in Tarifa! When we got back to the villa it was so nice that we decided to wash the Smart car and Chris’s and I found a hose pipe to finish them off and also wash down outside at the same time, the dogs kept out of the way as they both need a good bath, but won’t let us near them! In the evening for dinner we all had, but not the dogs! Steak and Frits with all the trimmings before we watched TV.
Wednesday 25th.
Today the wind as we got up has started blowing again and when we went outside both cars were covered in Sahara dust, typical! The Skype phone went off as I was online, it was Jack and Lyn calling to catch up with all the news and try the new Web Cams at both ends, but with no luck at the moment-HELP! As we were talking about the family over in Australia we worked out that Lyn has four children, seven grandchildren and two Great Grandchildren whilst Jack has also four children and nine Grandchildren! This is just the tip of the Iceberg and is why when Lyn and Jack come to stay with us in June we are going to mark them all up on the large wall map that Jane, our friend in Chester is finding for us! Only yesterday we made friends on Facebook with Kelly Dutton but were not sure were she was in the family tree; it turns out that she is the wife of Michael,Debs son who is one of Lyn’s daughters and they have two daughters called Bethany and Livia who are the two Great Grandchildren !! Many years ago Deb came to England with Michael when he was only three/four and we met them, he was a little terror and a right handful at the time! So now we are all talking on Facebook and catching up with all the news, Brenda says that I am getting just as excited as her discovering them all! Nice talking to you Kelly on Facebook and we look forward to hearing all about your life and family and give our love to “ Little” Michael!
The sun is just trying to come out but the Tarifa wind is getting up so we are not going to wash the cars, again at the moment. Tonight we are having for dinner Pork Escalope’s in a Ham and Mushroom sauce with Brenda’s selection of vegetables which she is getting ready in the kitchen as I type this!
Tuesday 24th.
As we got up it was warm and sunny, for a change, so we shot down to Tarifa to go to the Hypermarket and then we stopped in the old town to go to the Chemist’s and then pick up some light bulbs; we are planning to be here until Saturday, yesterday I picked up Baby cards for Charlie and Aidan, aWedding card for Lyn and also a Birthday card for Joan as it is Chris’s birthday over the weekend and then found the post box in Tarifa! When we got back to the villa it was so nice that we decided to wash the Smart car and Chris’s and I found a hose pipe to finish them off and also wash down outside at the same time, the dogs kept out of the way as they both need a good bath, but won’t let us near them! In the evening for dinner we all had, but not the dogs! Steak and Frits with all the trimmings before we watched TV.
Wednesday 25th.
Today the wind as we got up has started blowing again and when we went outside both cars were covered in Sahara dust, typical! The Skype phone went off as I was online, it was Jack and Lyn calling to catch up with all the news and try the new Web Cams at both ends, but with no luck at the moment-HELP! As we were talking about the family over in Australia we worked out that Lyn has four children, seven grandchildren and two Great Grandchildren whilst Jack has also four children and nine Grandchildren! This is just the tip of the Iceberg and is why when Lyn and Jack come to stay with us in June we are going to mark them all up on the large wall map that Jane, our friend in Chester is finding for us! Only yesterday we made friends on Facebook with Kelly Dutton but were not sure were she was in the family tree; it turns out that she is the wife of Michael,Debs son who is one of Lyn’s daughters and they have two daughters called Bethany and Livia who are the two Great Grandchildren !! Many years ago Deb came to England with Michael when he was only three/four and we met them, he was a little terror and a right handful at the time! So now we are all talking on Facebook and catching up with all the news, Brenda says that I am getting just as excited as her discovering them all! Nice talking to you Kelly on Facebook and we look forward to hearing all about your life and family and give our love to “ Little” Michael!
The sun is just trying to come out but the Tarifa wind is getting up so we are not going to wash the cars, again at the moment. Tonight we are having for dinner Pork Escalope’s in a Ham and Mushroom sauce with Brenda’s selection of vegetables which she is getting ready in the kitchen as I type this!
Monday, March 23, 2009
CASA OLIMPIA.
Monday 23rd March.
As we are here for another week I shot across to the bank in Estepona,then went into the hypermarket to buy a new Web-Cam for the large PC,called into the card shop and then finally the English butchers to keep us going till the end of the week.The weather in Estepona was hot and sunny with a little breeze but here it is still windy,as usual and the forecast is not much better! Back at the villa Brenda had given Joan’s flat the once over and has burnt out the dryer in the downstairs washing room,its back to the old way,out in the wind to dry! We then spent an hour in the kitchen,Brenda says that it is like a Restaurant; Preparation,Cooking,Serving and then Washing up and then the same again day after day! Tonight we are having a Savory Chicken Stir-Fried Rice with vegetables,the dogs are getting a Chicken dinner with Gravy and the Mince is on for their meals for tomorrow!! It’s a Dogs Life !! This afternoon I have set up the Web-Cam and got it working so I am now going to find somebody to do a test Skype Web-Cam call to check out that it works OK for the Wedding on Saturday in Australia.Below are some pictures of the Azalea plants that we put in the kitchen at the end of February and which have just come into full bloom!
As we are here for another week I shot across to the bank in Estepona,then went into the hypermarket to buy a new Web-Cam for the large PC,called into the card shop and then finally the English butchers to keep us going till the end of the week.The weather in Estepona was hot and sunny with a little breeze but here it is still windy,as usual and the forecast is not much better! Back at the villa Brenda had given Joan’s flat the once over and has burnt out the dryer in the downstairs washing room,its back to the old way,out in the wind to dry! We then spent an hour in the kitchen,Brenda says that it is like a Restaurant; Preparation,Cooking,Serving and then Washing up and then the same again day after day! Tonight we are having a Savory Chicken Stir-Fried Rice with vegetables,the dogs are getting a Chicken dinner with Gravy and the Mince is on for their meals for tomorrow!! It’s a Dogs Life !! This afternoon I have set up the Web-Cam and got it working so I am now going to find somebody to do a test Skype Web-Cam call to check out that it works OK for the Wedding on Saturday in Australia.Below are some pictures of the Azalea plants that we put in the kitchen at the end of February and which have just come into full bloom!
Sunday, March 22, 2009
CASA OLIMPIA.
Sunday 22nd March.
Well we are going for the European Record for House Sitting; Chris phoned this morning and we are here until next Saturday morning,33 days! They are flying back to Vigo in north west Spain on the border with Portugal on Thursday and then making their way down to Lisbon to pick the car up and then drive back here on Friday. We have just rung everybody to let them know that we are still alive and will be back in Manilva next Saturday,we hope! The weather at the moment is very changeable, today the wind has got up and it is cloudy with a little sunshine as I type this; for Mothering Sunday we are sitting down to lunch this afternoon, Roast Chicken with all the trimmings, Joan is coming down to join us as she is feeling a lot better. Yola has just put some pictures of her baby son ,Aidan on Facebook,last week Mat and Michelle posted pictures of Charlie,but I can’t put on the blog as you can’t transfer them from Facebook.Later I will be watching Liverpool get to with in a point of Manchester Utd.Yesterday we watched the Rugby,the Wales v Ireland match was the game of the decade,with Ireland winning in the last few seconds after Wales missed a penalty kick!
PS; Liverpool have just beaten Aston Villa 5-0 and Torres did not score!
Well we are going for the European Record for House Sitting; Chris phoned this morning and we are here until next Saturday morning,33 days! They are flying back to Vigo in north west Spain on the border with Portugal on Thursday and then making their way down to Lisbon to pick the car up and then drive back here on Friday. We have just rung everybody to let them know that we are still alive and will be back in Manilva next Saturday,we hope! The weather at the moment is very changeable, today the wind has got up and it is cloudy with a little sunshine as I type this; for Mothering Sunday we are sitting down to lunch this afternoon, Roast Chicken with all the trimmings, Joan is coming down to join us as she is feeling a lot better. Yola has just put some pictures of her baby son ,Aidan on Facebook,last week Mat and Michelle posted pictures of Charlie,but I can’t put on the blog as you can’t transfer them from Facebook.Later I will be watching Liverpool get to with in a point of Manchester Utd.Yesterday we watched the Rugby,the Wales v Ireland match was the game of the decade,with Ireland winning in the last few seconds after Wales missed a penalty kick!
PS; Liverpool have just beaten Aston Villa 5-0 and Torres did not score!
Saturday, March 21, 2009
CASA OLIMPIA.
Saturday 21st March.
Well we are still here at the villa in Tarifa; first thing this morning we had a phone call from Chris,firstly to apologies for not contacting us yesterday and then to give us the good news,he has sold his business in England after long and difficult negotiations and had signed the contract yesterday afternoon! We are now waiting for him to phone back and confirm when they are coming home,at long last! We have just come back from Tarifa after stocking up once again for the weekend,on the way down we came across a nasty crash that had only just happened, a mini bus had overturned on a bad corner with about 6/8 people in it.The road past here and over to Cadiz is very hilly with lots of bends and is always busy,at the weekend it is one of the runs that the motorcycles use similar to the road to Ronda.Tonight we are having Steak and Frits for dinner,which Joan is looking forward to and we are roasting a Chicken on Sunday.
Well we are still here at the villa in Tarifa; first thing this morning we had a phone call from Chris,firstly to apologies for not contacting us yesterday and then to give us the good news,he has sold his business in England after long and difficult negotiations and had signed the contract yesterday afternoon! We are now waiting for him to phone back and confirm when they are coming home,at long last! We have just come back from Tarifa after stocking up once again for the weekend,on the way down we came across a nasty crash that had only just happened, a mini bus had overturned on a bad corner with about 6/8 people in it.The road past here and over to Cadiz is very hilly with lots of bends and is always busy,at the weekend it is one of the runs that the motorcycles use similar to the road to Ronda.Tonight we are having Steak and Frits for dinner,which Joan is looking forward to and we are roasting a Chicken on Sunday.
CASA OLIMPIA.
Friday 20th March.
As we got up this morning the sun was out and the wind had gone! Brenda has got the villa sparkling and we have packed our bags and are ready for the off this evening after I’ve picked Chris up from Gibraltar airport.During the day there was no call from England to confirm that he was on his way back and as it got time to go,still no phone call! So we are still here and have unpacked for the third time! In the evening we spoke to Tim in Colwyn Bay and caught up with all the news,Ben can’t go on his Ski trip as his shoulder will not be right in time;It turns out that Tim and Thea had a plan in mind to come and see us over Easter while Ben was away but that will now be for another day! In the morning as I was checking the e-mails I took a look at the new Google Street View which had just come on line; I managed to get Colwyn Bay up and walk around the town but could not bring up Tim’s road in Old Colwyn! For supper we had Fillet of Salmon in Foaming Cucumber Butter with New Potatoes and Garden Peas.
As we got up this morning the sun was out and the wind had gone! Brenda has got the villa sparkling and we have packed our bags and are ready for the off this evening after I’ve picked Chris up from Gibraltar airport.During the day there was no call from England to confirm that he was on his way back and as it got time to go,still no phone call! So we are still here and have unpacked for the third time! In the evening we spoke to Tim in Colwyn Bay and caught up with all the news,Ben can’t go on his Ski trip as his shoulder will not be right in time;It turns out that Tim and Thea had a plan in mind to come and see us over Easter while Ben was away but that will now be for another day! In the morning as I was checking the e-mails I took a look at the new Google Street View which had just come on line; I managed to get Colwyn Bay up and walk around the town but could not bring up Tim’s road in Old Colwyn! For supper we had Fillet of Salmon in Foaming Cucumber Butter with New Potatoes and Garden Peas.
BABY NEWFLASH.
Tuesday 10th March 2009.
Great news from Switerland,Yola and Dave have a new baby brother for Jasmine,he weighed in at 9lb-7oz!! and his name is Aidan Joseph,mother and baby are fine after a week in hospital getting over the birth.We have just spoken to Yola and wished them and all their family Health,Wealth and Happiness for the future.CONGRATULATIONS !! Watch out for the pictures.
Great news from Switerland,Yola and Dave have a new baby brother for Jasmine,he weighed in at 9lb-7oz!! and his name is Aidan Joseph,mother and baby are fine after a week in hospital getting over the birth.We have just spoken to Yola and wished them and all their family Health,Wealth and Happiness for the future.CONGRATULATIONS !! Watch out for the pictures.
Thursday, March 19, 2009
CASA OLIMPIA.
Wednesday/Thursday 18th/19th March.
Wednesday 18th.
Still the weather has not improved here at the villa so we had a quiet day pottering around the house,playing with the dogs,watching a little TV and in the afternoon I showed Joan,on our Camcorder some of the sites on our travels in France and around Madrid. Later I made a Beef Stew for dinner and some Mince and Vegetables for the dogs! We have also been talking on Facebook to Australia as Lyn’s daughter’s have been giving us all the news! I’ve also had various e-mails from family and friends to answer but are still waiting for the first e-mail from Brenda’s sister ,Norah who has just come on line for the first time and is following our blog already,come on Norah you can do it!
Thursday 19th.
This morning we went down to Tarifa to top up with the essentials as we are expecting the folks home this weekend,we hope! It’s been nearly four weeks and we are looking forward to going home at long last!! The wind has dropped and in Tarifa the sun was out;there are a lot of ships about down in the Strait and when I checked on the web page it turns out that there is a Naval exercise going on as well as the usual ships passing to and through to places all over the world! Mark,Mano’s building partner has just sent me an e-mail asking me to take some measurements around the villa,which I sent back to him in good old Feet and Inches, as they are finalizing the quote for this weekend when Chris is home.Tonight we are having Pan Fried Turkey Breast with a Mushroom sauce and Frits for dinner as Joan enjoyed it last time,the dogs are having Mince and Vegetables which I did yesterday especially for them!
Wednesday 18th.
Still the weather has not improved here at the villa so we had a quiet day pottering around the house,playing with the dogs,watching a little TV and in the afternoon I showed Joan,on our Camcorder some of the sites on our travels in France and around Madrid. Later I made a Beef Stew for dinner and some Mince and Vegetables for the dogs! We have also been talking on Facebook to Australia as Lyn’s daughter’s have been giving us all the news! I’ve also had various e-mails from family and friends to answer but are still waiting for the first e-mail from Brenda’s sister ,Norah who has just come on line for the first time and is following our blog already,come on Norah you can do it!
Thursday 19th.
This morning we went down to Tarifa to top up with the essentials as we are expecting the folks home this weekend,we hope! It’s been nearly four weeks and we are looking forward to going home at long last!! The wind has dropped and in Tarifa the sun was out;there are a lot of ships about down in the Strait and when I checked on the web page it turns out that there is a Naval exercise going on as well as the usual ships passing to and through to places all over the world! Mark,Mano’s building partner has just sent me an e-mail asking me to take some measurements around the villa,which I sent back to him in good old Feet and Inches, as they are finalizing the quote for this weekend when Chris is home.Tonight we are having Pan Fried Turkey Breast with a Mushroom sauce and Frits for dinner as Joan enjoyed it last time,the dogs are having Mince and Vegetables which I did yesterday especially for them!
Tuesday, March 17, 2009
WEDDING UPDATE AND THE ROYAL VISIT !
Tuesday 17th.March.
Today is a office day as it is cold and very windy here in Tarifa,this morning we received a phone call on our Spanish Mobile from Jack and Lyn in Australia,which was very nice of them and made Brenda’s day.They were ringing to confirm the details of their flight when they are coming over from England to see us in June and they have just sent us a copy of the Easy Jet Booking; we are very excited and are really looking forward to welcoming the new Mr and Mrs Irving to Manilva for ten days! We are keeping in touch with all the Wedding arrangements via Deb,Lyn’s eldest daughter who is helping her Mom with everything and she is very kindly letting us know all the details,from the cake, place settings,dress,shoe’s,bouquet etc. to even the songs and music!Lyn has three other children,Jeff,Annette and Yvonne and so with all their children and the extended family on both sides it’s going to be quiet a gathering on the 28th March! Jack has installed a Web-Cam on his PC so I’am buying a new one next week for the large PC. and we will be able to make contact on Skype.I’ve also installed a 24hr World Clock on ours to keep us up to date with the time differences when we are contacting them!Once again we wish them Health,Wealth and Happiness for their future together,good on you Jack and Lyn!!
Today is a office day as it is cold and very windy here in Tarifa,this morning we received a phone call on our Spanish Mobile from Jack and Lyn in Australia,which was very nice of them and made Brenda’s day.They were ringing to confirm the details of their flight when they are coming over from England to see us in June and they have just sent us a copy of the Easy Jet Booking; we are very excited and are really looking forward to welcoming the new Mr and Mrs Irving to Manilva for ten days! We are keeping in touch with all the Wedding arrangements via Deb,Lyn’s eldest daughter who is helping her Mom with everything and she is very kindly letting us know all the details,from the cake, place settings,dress,shoe’s,bouquet etc. to even the songs and music!Lyn has three other children,Jeff,Annette and Yvonne and so with all their children and the extended family on both sides it’s going to be quiet a gathering on the 28th March! Jack has installed a Web-Cam on his PC so I’am buying a new one next week for the large PC. and we will be able to make contact on Skype.I’ve also installed a 24hr World Clock on ours to keep us up to date with the time differences when we are contacting them!Once again we wish them Health,Wealth and Happiness for their future together,good on you Jack and Lyn!!
Monday, March 16, 2009
CASA OLIMPIA.
Monday 16th March.
Still no change in the weather as I set off for Estepona first thing in the morning to go to the bank;it was hot and sunny and I needed the air-con on for the first time this year! On the way back I called into the English butchers and picked up some Sausages for dinner tonight as well as few other things for the week.Brenda called to say that Chris and Kerry had been on the phone with an update; Chris is now coming back on Friday evening to Gibraltar and I will pick him up in the Smart car,Kerry is arranging a flight to Lisbon over the weekend and will drive back in their car.This means that we will have been here for 26 days,instead of 7!! When I came back from Estepona we then went out to Tarifa to the Hypermarket to stock up for another week and at the same time we called into the Chemists for some tablets for Joan as she is starting to run short on her medications.Chris phoned back later to confirm the details and asked me to do a couple of jobs on the phone to keep up with the normal day to day running of things;he also asked me to chase up Mano with the quote for the work on the villa and some other jobs that he is hoping to get Mano to do when he returns;which is good news for Mano! Brenda has just started on her Mash which we are having with the Sausages together with Crispy Bacon and Fried Onions for dinner tonight.
Still no change in the weather as I set off for Estepona first thing in the morning to go to the bank;it was hot and sunny and I needed the air-con on for the first time this year! On the way back I called into the English butchers and picked up some Sausages for dinner tonight as well as few other things for the week.Brenda called to say that Chris and Kerry had been on the phone with an update; Chris is now coming back on Friday evening to Gibraltar and I will pick him up in the Smart car,Kerry is arranging a flight to Lisbon over the weekend and will drive back in their car.This means that we will have been here for 26 days,instead of 7!! When I came back from Estepona we then went out to Tarifa to the Hypermarket to stock up for another week and at the same time we called into the Chemists for some tablets for Joan as she is starting to run short on her medications.Chris phoned back later to confirm the details and asked me to do a couple of jobs on the phone to keep up with the normal day to day running of things;he also asked me to chase up Mano with the quote for the work on the villa and some other jobs that he is hoping to get Mano to do when he returns;which is good news for Mano! Brenda has just started on her Mash which we are having with the Sausages together with Crispy Bacon and Fried Onions for dinner tonight.
CASA OLIMPIA.
Sunday 15th March.
The weather has change again and it is now cloudy with a breeze;we have unpacked and settled back in as we did not hear from Chris on Saturday afternoon.No Sunday Roast today as we did not expect to still be here! All the dogs and cats are fine and Joan is back to her old self after her problem at the start of the week.Brenda is taking it easy and we are having a rest day in front of the TV and catching up with some reading. Wales did beat Italy on Saturday,just but today England murdered France! I made a Red Pepper Sauce to go with all the left overs from Saturday for supper and we will wait to see what happens on Monday morning.
The weather has change again and it is now cloudy with a breeze;we have unpacked and settled back in as we did not hear from Chris on Saturday afternoon.No Sunday Roast today as we did not expect to still be here! All the dogs and cats are fine and Joan is back to her old self after her problem at the start of the week.Brenda is taking it easy and we are having a rest day in front of the TV and catching up with some reading. Wales did beat Italy on Saturday,just but today England murdered France! I made a Red Pepper Sauce to go with all the left overs from Saturday for supper and we will wait to see what happens on Monday morning.
Saturday, March 14, 2009
CASA OLIMPIA.
Saturday 14th March.
Well at last the sun is out and over night the wind dropped so we have been able to sit out on the balcony for breakfast and lunch;the sky is bright blue and the views are to die for! No word this morning from the folks in England so we think that they have missed their flight to Lisbon,we went down to the hypermarket in Tarifa and have stocked up for the weekend,again as we don’t think that Chris and Kerry will be back before Monday now! I’ve been following the Liverpool match on BBC sport on the PC and on the TV watching the live news update on Setanta so I’ve been running between the TV lounge and the office like a mad man as well as ringing Tim in Colwyn Bay who was watching it live; LIVERPOOL beat Manchester Utd. 1-4! Tonight we are having Pan Fried Flattened Chicken Breast with a Mushroom Sauce and Savory Rice that I made at lunchtime. Brenda is sat out on the balcony reading and I am now going to watch the Rugby when Wales should beat Italy!
PS; Chris has just phoned to say,as we guessed,that they have missed the flight this morning and he will ring back later this afternoon with their new travel arrangements.
Well at last the sun is out and over night the wind dropped so we have been able to sit out on the balcony for breakfast and lunch;the sky is bright blue and the views are to die for! No word this morning from the folks in England so we think that they have missed their flight to Lisbon,we went down to the hypermarket in Tarifa and have stocked up for the weekend,again as we don’t think that Chris and Kerry will be back before Monday now! I’ve been following the Liverpool match on BBC sport on the PC and on the TV watching the live news update on Setanta so I’ve been running between the TV lounge and the office like a mad man as well as ringing Tim in Colwyn Bay who was watching it live; LIVERPOOL beat Manchester Utd. 1-4! Tonight we are having Pan Fried Flattened Chicken Breast with a Mushroom Sauce and Savory Rice that I made at lunchtime. Brenda is sat out on the balcony reading and I am now going to watch the Rugby when Wales should beat Italy!
PS; Chris has just phoned to say,as we guessed,that they have missed the flight this morning and he will ring back later this afternoon with their new travel arrangements.
Friday, March 13, 2009
CASA OLIMPIA
Thursday/Friday 12th/13th March.
Thursday 12th.
We have unpacked and settled back in to our routine with the dogs and cats; Joan,who is no problem to look after is also keeping well and is eating everything that we cook.Tonight we are having a Beef Stew which I made at lunchtime so that I was able to watch the racing on the TV in the afternoon.In the evening we rang Tim in Colwyn Bay to catch up with all his news as he has been away in Germany for a week and came back last weekend and went off to Cardiff straight away on more business;The main news was that Ben,his son had broken his shoulder playing football and is rather disappointed that he might not be able to go away on the school ski trip in a few weeks!Get well soon Ben!! I also rang Anna in Manilva to catch up with all her news and ours,she said that all our neighbors and the local bar owners are asking after us as we had told them that we would be away for a week!
Friday 13th !
During the night the wind has got up again,I suppose it is to be expected as Tarifa is the Surf and Kite capital of Southern Europe! We have not heard from Chris and Kerry as to when they will be home;they have to fly to Lisbon as their car is parked at the airport,then drive back to here.Brenda has again given the house a sparkle and at the same time washed and ironed all the bedding ready to change our bed and put fresh on theirs.We have also bought a couple of Azalea plants for in the large kitchen and have a bottle of Cava on ice ready for the Kir Royals on their return! This afternoon we have been watching the final day of the Cheltenham Festival on the large screen TV,we have followed it all week and today was the Gold Cup,Kauto Star won with Ruby Walsh on his back,it was very exciting;it also happened to be his seventh win at the meeting,a record! Tonight we are having Pan Fried Fillet of Salmon with a Cucumber sauce along with new Potatoes and Garden Peas.
PS; We have just had a phone call from Chris to say that they could be back on Saturday evening if the catch the plane early in the morning,if not watch this space!
Thursday 12th.
We have unpacked and settled back in to our routine with the dogs and cats; Joan,who is no problem to look after is also keeping well and is eating everything that we cook.Tonight we are having a Beef Stew which I made at lunchtime so that I was able to watch the racing on the TV in the afternoon.In the evening we rang Tim in Colwyn Bay to catch up with all his news as he has been away in Germany for a week and came back last weekend and went off to Cardiff straight away on more business;The main news was that Ben,his son had broken his shoulder playing football and is rather disappointed that he might not be able to go away on the school ski trip in a few weeks!Get well soon Ben!! I also rang Anna in Manilva to catch up with all her news and ours,she said that all our neighbors and the local bar owners are asking after us as we had told them that we would be away for a week!
Friday 13th !
During the night the wind has got up again,I suppose it is to be expected as Tarifa is the Surf and Kite capital of Southern Europe! We have not heard from Chris and Kerry as to when they will be home;they have to fly to Lisbon as their car is parked at the airport,then drive back to here.Brenda has again given the house a sparkle and at the same time washed and ironed all the bedding ready to change our bed and put fresh on theirs.We have also bought a couple of Azalea plants for in the large kitchen and have a bottle of Cava on ice ready for the Kir Royals on their return! This afternoon we have been watching the final day of the Cheltenham Festival on the large screen TV,we have followed it all week and today was the Gold Cup,Kauto Star won with Ruby Walsh on his back,it was very exciting;it also happened to be his seventh win at the meeting,a record! Tonight we are having Pan Fried Fillet of Salmon with a Cucumber sauce along with new Potatoes and Garden Peas.
PS; We have just had a phone call from Chris to say that they could be back on Saturday evening if the catch the plane early in the morning,if not watch this space!
Wednesday, March 11, 2009
CASA OLIMPIA.
Tuesday/Wednesday 10th/11th March.
Tuesday 10th.
Today was a washing day as it was clear and windy with the breeze coming from the Atlantic,Brenda has given the villa the once over and is up to date with the washing as we like to leave the place as we find it;Joan is now back to old self and has regained her appetite,for supper we had Pan Fried Turkey Escalope’s with a Mushroom Sauce.The dogs and cats give us no problems and are a joy to look after,we will be sorry to leave.Later in the evening we had a phone call from Caroline and Clive in Guadalmina Alta,they have not moved out to the rental house ,as the contact broke down,so they are staying at their villa as the workmen move in;they are trying to fit in a long weekend away and we are going to see what we can do for them when we finally get home!On the large screenTV I watched Liverpool murder Real Madrid!
Wednesday 11th.
We were expecting to go home today but first thing this morning we had a phone call from Chris asking us if we could stay a few more days;we had been trying to contact them all yesterday ,but with no luck so I sent them text messages last night,late on.We have now been down to Tarifa,again to stock up until the weekend,the sun is out today and when you are out of the wind it is very warm and we now have blue skies.Tonight is Omelette and Frits night,for a change.
Tuesday 10th.
Today was a washing day as it was clear and windy with the breeze coming from the Atlantic,Brenda has given the villa the once over and is up to date with the washing as we like to leave the place as we find it;Joan is now back to old self and has regained her appetite,for supper we had Pan Fried Turkey Escalope’s with a Mushroom Sauce.The dogs and cats give us no problems and are a joy to look after,we will be sorry to leave.Later in the evening we had a phone call from Caroline and Clive in Guadalmina Alta,they have not moved out to the rental house ,as the contact broke down,so they are staying at their villa as the workmen move in;they are trying to fit in a long weekend away and we are going to see what we can do for them when we finally get home!On the large screenTV I watched Liverpool murder Real Madrid!
Wednesday 11th.
We were expecting to go home today but first thing this morning we had a phone call from Chris asking us if we could stay a few more days;we had been trying to contact them all yesterday ,but with no luck so I sent them text messages last night,late on.We have now been down to Tarifa,again to stock up until the weekend,the sun is out today and when you are out of the wind it is very warm and we now have blue skies.Tonight is Omelette and Frits night,for a change.
Monday, March 09, 2009
CASA OLIMPIA.
Monday 9th March.
As we were going to bed last night Joan had a little turn and was not too well,we settled her and installed a Baby alarm from her bedroom to ours,which worked very well as we took it in turns to watch out for her,she is a lot brighter this morning and looks and feels a lot better; we have made her have a lie in and to take it easy today.The weather is a little better and the ten day forecast is starting to look up,about time too as this is supposed to be the Costa del Sol ! Over the weekend we had a lot of e-mails from family and friends which is always nice,thank you including one from Victor in Madrid,he is Rafael and Jills youngest son and he sent us a message on hi5 the Spanish Facebook! I’ve also be found on “Twitter” by a friend from North Wales,Mike Smith which is the new and latest on line contact,etc.which is on the news all the time at the moment! Today is also a very special day for Sally Ann,Mano and Anna’s daughter,it is her 40th birthday and she is London for a long weekend hitting the high spots with friends; let your hair down girl and have an “ Helluva ” time,we can’t wait to see the pictures!!Happy Birthday Sally.
As we were going to bed last night Joan had a little turn and was not too well,we settled her and installed a Baby alarm from her bedroom to ours,which worked very well as we took it in turns to watch out for her,she is a lot brighter this morning and looks and feels a lot better; we have made her have a lie in and to take it easy today.The weather is a little better and the ten day forecast is starting to look up,about time too as this is supposed to be the Costa del Sol ! Over the weekend we had a lot of e-mails from family and friends which is always nice,thank you including one from Victor in Madrid,he is Rafael and Jills youngest son and he sent us a message on hi5 the Spanish Facebook! I’ve also be found on “Twitter” by a friend from North Wales,Mike Smith which is the new and latest on line contact,etc.which is on the news all the time at the moment! Today is also a very special day for Sally Ann,Mano and Anna’s daughter,it is her 40th birthday and she is London for a long weekend hitting the high spots with friends; let your hair down girl and have an “ Helluva ” time,we can’t wait to see the pictures!!Happy Birthday Sally.
CASA OLIMPIA.
Saturday/Sunday 7th/8th March.
Saturday 7th.
As we are here until the middle of next week we went down to Tarifa to stock up with the essentials,the town was getting ready for the Carnival over the weekend.The weather has started to pick up and some sunny spells are heading our way! Hip,Hip,Hooray!! The dogs are a dream to look after and we will miss them terribly when we finally leave to go back to Manilva,which must be missing us by now!! Dinner tonight is Lamb Cutlets roasted on Boulangere Potatoes with Brenda’s selection of vegetables, Joan has a very good appetite and eats everything we give her,in small portions! Later we watched the TV before putting the dogs to bed,don’t ask!!
Sunday 8th
We awoke to a very sunny day and the wind has dropped as well so we were able to sit out on the balcony for our morning Tea and Toast,overlooking the Strait’ and Africa. Today we are having Roast Leg of Pork for Sunday lunch with all the trimmings and Joan is coming down to join us and also get a little fresh air on the balcony at the same time;the Crackling was excellent, even if I do say so myself! Over the weekend we had some great news on the Baby front and news of a wedding in the family as you will read about below.
Saturday 7th.
As we are here until the middle of next week we went down to Tarifa to stock up with the essentials,the town was getting ready for the Carnival over the weekend.The weather has started to pick up and some sunny spells are heading our way! Hip,Hip,Hooray!! The dogs are a dream to look after and we will miss them terribly when we finally leave to go back to Manilva,which must be missing us by now!! Dinner tonight is Lamb Cutlets roasted on Boulangere Potatoes with Brenda’s selection of vegetables, Joan has a very good appetite and eats everything we give her,in small portions! Later we watched the TV before putting the dogs to bed,don’t ask!!
Sunday 8th
We awoke to a very sunny day and the wind has dropped as well so we were able to sit out on the balcony for our morning Tea and Toast,overlooking the Strait’ and Africa. Today we are having Roast Leg of Pork for Sunday lunch with all the trimmings and Joan is coming down to join us and also get a little fresh air on the balcony at the same time;the Crackling was excellent, even if I do say so myself! Over the weekend we had some great news on the Baby front and news of a wedding in the family as you will read about below.
Sunday, March 08, 2009
Saturday, March 07, 2009
WEDDING NEWSFLASH.
Saturday 7th March.
We have just received some great news from Australia,a fine Australian gentlman Mr.Jack Irving is to marry Lyn,Brenda's sister on the 28th March at 2-00pm in the garden of his house! And about time too,make an honest woman of her! CONGRATULATIONS !!!
We are looking forward to welcoming the new Mr and Mrs Irving to Manilva in June,the Bridal Suite will be ready to be christened!
We have just received some great news from Australia,a fine Australian gentlman Mr.Jack Irving is to marry Lyn,Brenda's sister on the 28th March at 2-00pm in the garden of his house! And about time too,make an honest woman of her! CONGRATULATIONS !!!
We are looking forward to welcoming the new Mr and Mrs Irving to Manilva in June,the Bridal Suite will be ready to be christened!
Friday, March 06, 2009
BABY NEWSFLASH.
Thursday 5th March 2009.
Great news from England,Michelle and Matt have a new baby brother for Hollie,he weighed in at 8lbs.+ and his name is Charlie Fredrick( after Michelle’s dear Dad,Fred) Mother and baby are fine and could be home as I am typing this! We spoke to Matt last evening and wished them and all their family,Health,wealth and happiness for the future,CONGRATULATIONS !!!! Watch out for the first pictures.
Great news from England,Michelle and Matt have a new baby brother for Hollie,he weighed in at 8lbs.+ and his name is Charlie Fredrick( after Michelle’s dear Dad,Fred) Mother and baby are fine and could be home as I am typing this! We spoke to Matt last evening and wished them and all their family,Health,wealth and happiness for the future,CONGRATULATIONS !!!! Watch out for the first pictures.
CASA OLIMPIA.
Wednesday/Friday 4th/6th March.
Wednesday 4th March.
It is still grey and cloudy so we shot down to Tarifa to the hypermarket,then to the chemists for some tablets for Joan and we also found a Ferretetia and picked up light bulbs for the villa.Tarifa was getting ready for it’s Carnival weekend and the main street was closed and the stage was being erected in front of the church.As we were out for a couple of hours we rang Joan to check on her; in the afternoon we had some more short power cuts and also Joan’s kettle keeps blowing the fuses as she makes her cup of tea.The cats are not a problem as they just come and go as they please but Boo and Millie,who are adorable,need lots of attention and love,all the time;at night we have to put them to bed in the large kitchen and one of us stays with them till they go to sleep,especially Boo! In the morning they let us know when it is time to go out,at first light! Brenda does the early shift and I do the late shift!
Thursday 5th March.
The weather was little better today as we spent the time catching up with some chores around the villa,I’ve replaced all the light bulbs that were not working in the office and kitchen and have moved some pictures around in Joan’s flat as she likes to change things every so often, meanwhile Brenda has caught up with the washing,the dryer makes a big difference when the weather is not good for drying.In the afternoon I made a Beef Stew with ten different vegetables for dinner which we had with Braised Cabbage and sliced,fresh Beetroot!Later we watched on the very large screen TV the news,we have also watched “ Grand Designs and QI ”over the last couple of days which are our favorites at the moment.
Friday 6th March.
The phone went first thing in the morning,it was Chris ringing from London to ask if we could stay another few days until next Wednesday/Thursday, as they have more business meetings they could attend. We can so I had to go over to Estepona to the bank as our Debit Card is not working and when we were out shopping on Thursday it gave us a lot of problems,At the same time I called into the English butchers and picked up a Leg of Pork for Sunday lunch.The weather over in Estepona was hot and sunny but back here it started to rain again as we washed the Smart car and Chris’s Mercedes!This also means that we will miss the Carnival weekend in Manilva but our house sitting jobs are important to us and we think that we will get a lot more work from Chris and Kerrie in the future-we hope! We are also due to go over to Guadalmina Alta shortly to look after the animals at Clive and Caroline’s rented villa as the workmen have started on their villa and it will take three months,Judi and Brian in Mijas are also due to e-mail us at any moment so you can see why we needed the calendar,Penny!! Tonight we are having Salmon Fillets for dinner as they are one of Joan’s favorites and then we will watch a DVD.
Wednesday 4th March.
It is still grey and cloudy so we shot down to Tarifa to the hypermarket,then to the chemists for some tablets for Joan and we also found a Ferretetia and picked up light bulbs for the villa.Tarifa was getting ready for it’s Carnival weekend and the main street was closed and the stage was being erected in front of the church.As we were out for a couple of hours we rang Joan to check on her; in the afternoon we had some more short power cuts and also Joan’s kettle keeps blowing the fuses as she makes her cup of tea.The cats are not a problem as they just come and go as they please but Boo and Millie,who are adorable,need lots of attention and love,all the time;at night we have to put them to bed in the large kitchen and one of us stays with them till they go to sleep,especially Boo! In the morning they let us know when it is time to go out,at first light! Brenda does the early shift and I do the late shift!
Thursday 5th March.
The weather was little better today as we spent the time catching up with some chores around the villa,I’ve replaced all the light bulbs that were not working in the office and kitchen and have moved some pictures around in Joan’s flat as she likes to change things every so often, meanwhile Brenda has caught up with the washing,the dryer makes a big difference when the weather is not good for drying.In the afternoon I made a Beef Stew with ten different vegetables for dinner which we had with Braised Cabbage and sliced,fresh Beetroot!Later we watched on the very large screen TV the news,we have also watched “ Grand Designs and QI ”over the last couple of days which are our favorites at the moment.
Friday 6th March.
The phone went first thing in the morning,it was Chris ringing from London to ask if we could stay another few days until next Wednesday/Thursday, as they have more business meetings they could attend. We can so I had to go over to Estepona to the bank as our Debit Card is not working and when we were out shopping on Thursday it gave us a lot of problems,At the same time I called into the English butchers and picked up a Leg of Pork for Sunday lunch.The weather over in Estepona was hot and sunny but back here it started to rain again as we washed the Smart car and Chris’s Mercedes!This also means that we will miss the Carnival weekend in Manilva but our house sitting jobs are important to us and we think that we will get a lot more work from Chris and Kerrie in the future-we hope! We are also due to go over to Guadalmina Alta shortly to look after the animals at Clive and Caroline’s rented villa as the workmen have started on their villa and it will take three months,Judi and Brian in Mijas are also due to e-mail us at any moment so you can see why we needed the calendar,Penny!! Tonight we are having Salmon Fillets for dinner as they are one of Joan’s favorites and then we will watch a DVD.
Tuesday, March 03, 2009
CASA OLIMPIA.
Monday 2nd March.
The weather has still not changed as we shot out down to Tarifa to stock up for the next couple of days; the dogs and cats are all fine and Joan is very comfortable in her flat but we all could do with a little fresh air!In the evening I made a Mushroom sauce to go with our Pork Cutlets and Vegetables and then watched the TV with the dogs on our laps!
Tuesday 3rd March.
This morning it is a lot brighter and clearer and the sun has just come out so we have been out in the grounds and taken some pictures; Chris has just phoned and we have arranged to stay until Saturday as they have more business appointments during the week! Tonight for dinner we are having Cottage Pie,Brenda’s Recipe, with the Mince Beef that we bought for the dogs! It’s all right they are having a Chicken and vegetable dinner as we have run out of supplies until tomorrow!
PS; I've just taken a picture of Boo and Mille eating their Chicken Dinner! See above.
The weather has still not changed as we shot out down to Tarifa to stock up for the next couple of days; the dogs and cats are all fine and Joan is very comfortable in her flat but we all could do with a little fresh air!In the evening I made a Mushroom sauce to go with our Pork Cutlets and Vegetables and then watched the TV with the dogs on our laps!
Tuesday 3rd March.
This morning it is a lot brighter and clearer and the sun has just come out so we have been out in the grounds and taken some pictures; Chris has just phoned and we have arranged to stay until Saturday as they have more business appointments during the week! Tonight for dinner we are having Cottage Pie,Brenda’s Recipe, with the Mince Beef that we bought for the dogs! It’s all right they are having a Chicken and vegetable dinner as we have run out of supplies until tomorrow!
PS; I've just taken a picture of Boo and Mille eating their Chicken Dinner! See above.
CASA OLIMPIA.
Tuesday 3rd March.
CASA OLIMPIA.
Today is the first day for a week that we have been able to go out in the garden,we have blue skies with some clouds,warm sun and views across the Straites of Gibraltar to Africa; The pictures above also show the new villa just above us and the older ones to the side;the Spanish enclave of Ceuta is in the left hand corner of the picture and the start of the Atlas Mountains behind the ship are very clear as well.The pictures below give you a idea of the size of the villa on the side of the valley on the hill overlooking Africa;the mature garden is full of fruit trees on the lower level and mature trees around the edges.It is just off the main road to Tarifa and onto Cadiz;this is also the area all around the hills and mountains for the largest wind farm in Europe.
CASA OLIMPIA.
Today is the first day for a week that we have been able to go out in the garden,we have blue skies with some clouds,warm sun and views across the Straites of Gibraltar to Africa; The pictures above also show the new villa just above us and the older ones to the side;the Spanish enclave of Ceuta is in the left hand corner of the picture and the start of the Atlas Mountains behind the ship are very clear as well.The pictures below give you a idea of the size of the villa on the side of the valley on the hill overlooking Africa;the mature garden is full of fruit trees on the lower level and mature trees around the edges.It is just off the main road to Tarifa and onto Cadiz;this is also the area all around the hills and mountains for the largest wind farm in Europe.
Sunday, March 01, 2009
SPORTS NEWS FLASH .DERBY MATCH RESULT.
Sunday 1st March.
I’ve just received a phone call from our local sports reporter in Manilva,Manuel Guerrero Ruiz giving me the details and result of the Derby match,played this afternoon between Manilva and Casares;Manilva scored in the 4th minute of extra time to record a historic 1-0 win over their local opponents with our number 14,Seba scoring the winning goal! A full report of the match together with list of players on both teams will be posted later next week.Both teams where with out some of their star players ,due to sickness so some of the Cadet players stepped in at the last moment as replacements.
I’ve just received a phone call from our local sports reporter in Manilva,Manuel Guerrero Ruiz giving me the details and result of the Derby match,played this afternoon between Manilva and Casares;Manilva scored in the 4th minute of extra time to record a historic 1-0 win over their local opponents with our number 14,Seba scoring the winning goal! A full report of the match together with list of players on both teams will be posted later next week.Both teams where with out some of their star players ,due to sickness so some of the Cadet players stepped in at the last moment as replacements.
ST.DAVIDS DAY 2009.
Sunday 1st March 2009.
Sorry to report but there is no change in the weather and the forecast is not looking much better for the next few days; after a little lie in Brenda was first up and let the dogs out into the large garden which is on a slight slope but has fine views across to Africa on a clear day!When we need a lemon we just go and pick a couple, later in the year the figs will be ready for picking and at the moment we are eating Tangerines;at this time of the year we have in the evening a chorus of frogs and other noisy creatures coming from around the pool which is full of rain water after the storms since Christmas! Today we sat down for our Sunday lunch with Joan in the kitchen,the Roast Chicken was succulent and we had Cauliflower in Cheese sauce,Carrots in Ginger,Leeks with Mushrooms,Cabbage with Smoked Bacon and crispy Roast Potatoes and a very nice finger coating gravy! For dessert we had Strawberries and ice cream,later we watched the St.Davids Day Songs of Praise from St.Davids Hall in Cardiff with Alyed Jones and Katherine Jenkins and joined in when we could!
Sorry to report but there is no change in the weather and the forecast is not looking much better for the next few days; after a little lie in Brenda was first up and let the dogs out into the large garden which is on a slight slope but has fine views across to Africa on a clear day!When we need a lemon we just go and pick a couple, later in the year the figs will be ready for picking and at the moment we are eating Tangerines;at this time of the year we have in the evening a chorus of frogs and other noisy creatures coming from around the pool which is full of rain water after the storms since Christmas! Today we sat down for our Sunday lunch with Joan in the kitchen,the Roast Chicken was succulent and we had Cauliflower in Cheese sauce,Carrots in Ginger,Leeks with Mushrooms,Cabbage with Smoked Bacon and crispy Roast Potatoes and a very nice finger coating gravy! For dessert we had Strawberries and ice cream,later we watched the St.Davids Day Songs of Praise from St.Davids Hall in Cardiff with Alyed Jones and Katherine Jenkins and joined in when we could!
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