Through my blog I hope to share: practical advice; situations or things that make me laugh or cry from the bizarre to the ridiculous – along with the challenges I face in everyday life due to language or cultural misunderstandings.
If you are looking to visit Portugal I hope you find my collection of beach reviews and cultural events useful – they are all based on first hand experience!
About me: Just living day-to-day: trying to unravel the bureaucracy; learning the langauge; studying the culture to break free from the "Expat Bubble" whilst trying to maintain a positive attitude and my sense of humour!
Piglet?s 2nd Blogiversary Two years ago today my daughter Piglet in France introduced me to the WordPress blog platform, and Piglet in Portugal was born. She patiently (she is not renowned for her patience when demonstrating techie stuff on the PC to Mother) … Continue reading →... Mon, 21 May 2012 08:33:01
Together Living so far from my family I really treasure the time we are together. Last month it was our granddaughter’s (Little Piglet) first Birthday, and all the Piglet clan gathered in France to celebrate the occasion. Not only were our … Continue reading →... Sun, 13 May 2012 12:28:05
Brigadeiros or Chocolate Cannonballs? Recipe Brigadeiros are traditionally made from condensed milk, sweetened cocoa powder and butter. Cooked to a fudge consistency, rolled into little balls and coated in chocolate granules (sprinklers). Ingredients 1 can of sweetened condensed milk 1oz of butter 3 large … Continue reading ... Thu, 10 May 2012 22:09:12
April: Growing Fruit and Vegetables in Pots April 23rd 2012 – My monthly diary for April continues with my ongoing experiment to grow fruit and vegetables in pots and various containers. This year I planted some orange and red peppers seedlings which I bought from São Teotónio … Continue reading →... Sat, 05 May 2012 16:57:36
hApPy BiRtHdAy Today is our little granddaughter’s first birthday. We cannot believe it’s a year ago since she was born. She is a little ray of sunshine! Related Posts: Proud Grandparents An Emotional Rollercoaster... Sat, 28 Apr 2012 15:23:05
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