I’m winding my way down to the quarry near our house to pick wild chamomile. I could have stuck to the path, but in preference I’ve wondered through the maze…
Winter in Greece: A typical day
Rainy days and Mondays always make me…well…pretty damn happy actually. I know, I know. You only want to hear about hot sunny days, turquoise waters, fresh orange juice and palm…
Technology addiction: Our story
Maybe I’m just a control freak, but I can’t stand how technology tried to control us. You’ll notice that I use the past tense. That’s because I’m happy to admit…
Living without tea for two weeks
You probably presume we ran out of tea? Those poor mites, stranded in Crete without a proper brew, having to settle for yellow label tea. Actually, we ran out of…
How we live on €6000 per year
What! How do we live on €6000 per year? How is that possible? I know it’s a very small amount, but It’s honestly true. If you’ve read a few of…
First summer in Greece: Financial worries & Feta
Music has the amazing ability of conjuring up memories; It instantly sends you back to a particular time and place. If I ever hear the song ‘Hotel California’ by the…
Villa Renovation: Part 2
Welcome to part 2 of our villa renovation. I hope I left part one on a satisfactory cliff hanger? If you haven’t read part one of our villa renovation then…