Accumulation sneaks up on you. I am slowly accumulating THINGS. They have been creeping in since I moved to Portugal. At first, they were just things I needed: sharp knives for an Airbnb that had none, hangers, storage bowls. Once I moved into my permanent apartment, I needed more things. Like a printer for my…
Transferring my life overseas is a months-long process. It may take a couple of years. I thought once I had physically arrived in Portugal I was on the downhill stretch. Not even close. (Getting here was just half the fun…) I knew I had an appointment with immigration for my residency permit set for a…
Moving to a new country is supposed to be life changing, isn’t it? Well, yes and no. Sunset on the Tavira Canal, Ria Formosa You are certainly plunked down in a different world. There are all sorts of adjustments to make, depending on where you end up and I’m going to say how much money…
And… we’re in the air. Chicago to Heathrow is about a 4,000 mile flight. We’ve got a tailwind that varies between 40 and 60 MPH and an airspeed of 560 mph. The outside temp is -65.2 degrees which is cold enough to keep the Pfizer vaccine stable. A bit too chilly for this Florida girl.…