Tuesday 29 November 2011

Less than a month til Christmas!

I can't believe I've been in Spain for more than 4 months now! I've gotten so used to life here and it feels very normal now. I don't seem to miss home as much as other people do, but I do have my days and I can't wait to get home now for Christmas to spend time with my family and friends in Scotland. I'm really looking forward to the food, drink and Scottish music at new years! It has been very refreshing to come to Murcia and experience a new way of life and I certainly don't have many complaints, but being away from your home does make you realise the advantages of you own country.

So what have I been up to? I went to visit Alhama again where I hoped I would understand the people a bit better. Unfortunately I can only see a slight improvement on that front but I've been told not to worry if I can't understand people outside of the city. Maybe after 2 semesters here it will get a lot better. I also had my first trip to the cinema here! I saw 'Un Golpe de Altura' (Tower Heist) starring Ben Stiller and Eddie Murphy - dubbed in Spanish of course. It was quite strange to see Eddie Murphy's facial expressions and expecting a strong and familiar American accent to come out, but hearing a standardised Spanish accent instead. Nonetheless it was still very funny and I would recommend it!

I also took another trip to Cartagena where I saw more of the city itself and visited the beautiful port they have. Needless to say the weather wasn't quite as good as it was in August. Took some more pictures of cool parts of the city and had ruedas con chocolate in the evening, which are like 'churros', basically a donut but in more of a cylinder shape. (Photos to the side and below)


Mazarron was another stop on my list of places to visit in Murcia. It is usually buzzing with people during the summer but when I went, it was deserted apart from the occasional group of English people taking a walk along the beach. This was actually quite an advantage as I got to take some lovely pictures without people getting in the way.

I have now went to several 'intercambios' in Murcia where people meet up to share their languages. Usually these take place in local bars where the flow of alcohol keeps your confidence level up. Mind you, some people overdo it and end up lacking the ability to speak even their native language! I would really recommend these to language students or anyone interested in improving their spoken skills. Take a pen and paper along with you to write down vocabulary you learn and to write things down for other people. Exchange numbers, email addresses and arrange to meet up on a regular basis if you are serious about making an improvement in your language abilities. I have met some extremely interesting and talented people from these events and I recommend taking advantage of these events in your own country as well as whilst abroad.

This post wouldn't be complete without a final and very British note about the weather. Recently it has been getting a lot colder. The temperature varies between about 13 and 21 degrees, however a few days ago it was 26 degrees and it felt like the height of summer again! If this is the late Autumn weather in Spain then I'm not surprised that so many Brits move here permanantly. I'm sure it'll be a shock when I land in Glasgow on the 19th of December when it's minus goodness knows how many degrees.

Having a great time here. I hope people are enjoying reading this and if anyone needs any advice or wants to share experiences, send me a message!

¡Hasta luego!

68 comments:

  1. Wow! This can be one particular of the most beneficial blogs We have
    ever arrive across

    on this subject. Basically Magnificent. I'm also an expert in this topic so I can understand your hard work.
    My page :: sudburysteve.blogspot.ru

    ReplyDelete
  2. Hello, Neat post. There is an issue together with your website in internet explorer, would test this… IE nonetheless
    is the

    market chief and a huge component to other folks will leave
    out your magnificent writing due to this problem.
    Also see my web site :: http://mummylimited.blogspot.ru/2012/02/joy-vs-drudgery.html

    ReplyDelete
  3. You can definitely see your expertise within
    the paintings you

    write. The arena hopes for even more passionate writers such
    as you who

    are not afraid to say how they believe. Always follow your heart.


    Feel free to visit my website; http://pegsandpickles.blogspot.ru/2008/08/browns-leaving-manchester-party.html
    Feel free to surf my web page ; fly offshore fishing holidays

    ReplyDelete
  4. Hi this is somewhat of off topic but I was

    wanting to know if blogs use WYSIWYG editors or
    if you have to manually code with HTML. I'm starting a blog soon but have

    no coding experience so I wanted to get advice from someone with

    experience. Any help would be greatly appreciated!

    Feel free to visit my website - essentialweb.asia
    Also visit my weblog ... forums driving spain L’Amettla de Mar

    ReplyDelete
  5. Nice post. I learn something tougher on

    totally different blogs everyday. It can all the time be stimulating to read content
    material from different

    writers and observe a bit

    something from their store. I’d desire to make use of some with the

    content on my weblog whether you don’t mind. Natually I’ll offer you a
    hyperlink on your internet blog. Thanks for sharing.

    Here is my page pixnet.net
    Feel free to visit my site : retiring to spain forums Fuengirola

    ReplyDelete
  6. Howdy! I simply want to give a huge thumbs up for the good information you've gotten right here on this post. I can be coming again to your weblog for more soon.

    Look at my homepage :: http://www.catralspain.net/
    My webpage www.catralproperty.net

    ReplyDelete
  7. Thanks for some other informative blog. The

    place else may just I am getting that type of info written
    in such a

    perfect method? I've a undertaking that

    I am simply now working on, and I've been on the look out for


    such info.

    my web blog: 2011 movies to watch out for
    Also see my page: 5 star luxury hotels in madrid

    ReplyDelete
  8. Great beat ! I would like to apprentice while you amend your
    website, how can i subscribe for a blog web site?

    The account aided me a

    acceptable deal. I had been a little bit acquainted of
    this your broadcast provided bright clear

    concept

    Feel free to surf to my webpage: topseobacklinks.com
    My blog :: property apartments Elche

    ReplyDelete
  9. Hey! Do you use Twitter? I'd like to follow you if that would be

    ok. I'm undoubtedly enjoying your blog and look forward to new posts.


    Review my web site angeleyespetadoption.blogspot.fr
    Look at my blog - 2011 super bowl viewers

    ReplyDelete
  10. Keep functioning ,terrific job!

    my webpage ... airport transfer malaga airport
    My web page > alicante flights from cardiff

    ReplyDelete
  11. I have not checked in here for a while as I thought it
    was getting boring, but the

    last several posts are great quality so I guess I will add
    you back to my daily bloglist.

    You deserve it friend :)

    Here is my weblog ... direct dial to spain
    Here is my webpage ; spain vs ireland june 14 2012

    ReplyDelete
  12. Hey there, I think your website might be having browser compatibility issues.
    When I look at

    your blog site in Chrome, it looks fine but when
    opening in Internet Explorer, it

    has some overlapping. I just wanted to give you a quick heads up!
    Other then that, terrific blog!

    Feel free to surf to my site http://www.xfire.com/blog/merissabrown84/4263135
    Visit my blog post ; 2010 2011 calendar template

    ReplyDelete
  13. Magnificent goods from you, man. I've understand your stuff previous to and

    you are just extremely great. I really like what

    you've acquired here, really like what you're stating and the way in which you

    say it. You make it entertaining and you still care for to keep it sensible. I

    can not wait to read much more from you. This is actually a terrific web site.

    Also visit my web site; Http://Www.Galoviceva-Jesen.Com/Forum/Profile.Php?Id=116931
    My webpage ... Click On this page

    ReplyDelete
  14. Thank you, I've recently been looking for info about this topic for ages and yours is the best I have discovered so far. But, what about the

    bottom line? Are you sure about the source?

    Also visit my web blog; respawning.com.ar
    Review my webpage ... new herpes treatment

    ReplyDelete
  15. Thank you, I've recently been looking for info about this topic for ages and yours is the best I have discovered so far. But, what about the

    bottom line? Are you sure about the source?

    Feel free to visit my web page: respawning.com.ar
    Also see my site: hoodia weight loss products

    ReplyDelete
  16. As I web site possessor I believe the content material here
    is rattling magnificent , appreciate it for your hard work.
    You should keep it up forever! Good Luck.

    Stop by my homepage vacation
    Also visit my web-site :: Www.catralproperty.Net

    ReplyDelete
  17. Very nice article and right to the point.
    I am not sure if this is

    in fact the best place to ask but do you people have any
    ideea where

    to hire some professional writers? Thank you :)

    my website - demuxer.blogspot.com
    My page :: http://www.illegalvillasspain.com/news.html

    ReplyDelete
  18. Whats up this is kinda of off topic but I was wondering if blogs use
    WYSIWYG editors or if you have to manually code with HTML.

    I'm starting a blog soon but have

    no coding know-how so I wanted to get advice from someone with

    experience. Any help would be enormously appreciated!

    Look at my blog essentialweb.asia
    My web page : spain weather summer 2011 long range forecast

    ReplyDelete
  19. You actually make it seem so easy with your

    presentation however I to find this topic to be really something

    that I believe I would never understand. It sort
    of

    feels too complicated and very huge for me.
    I'm

    looking forward for your next

    publish, I’ll try to get the cling of it!
    Also visit my web page ... 2012 doomsday film online

    ReplyDelete
  20. I’ve read some good stuff here. Certainly worth bookmarking for
    revisiting. I

    surprise how much effort you put to create such a great

    informative site.
    my page - jobs in spain gardening

    ReplyDelete
  21. Hello there! Would you mind if I share your blog with
    my facebook group? There's a lot of people that I think would really enjoy your content.

    Please let me know. Cheers
    my website :: Bowel Cancer rates spain

    ReplyDelete
  22. Wow, awesome weblog layout! How long have you ever been running a blog for?
    you made blogging

    look easy. The total glance of your site is
    fantastic, as smartly as the content!
    Review my homepage - air canada flights to canary islands

    ReplyDelete
  23. Excellent weblog right here! Additionally your web site a lot up very fast!

    What host are you the usage of? Can

    I get your associate link for your host? I desire my web site loaded up as
    fast as yours lol
    Here is my site http://rohofilmz.com/Gallery/sports-/transit-tech-vs-thomas-jefferson/IMG_6733.jpg.php

    ReplyDelete
  24. I’m not that much of a internet reader to be honest but your sites really nice, keep it up!
    I'll go ahead

    and bookmark your website to come back down the road. Cheers
    Visit my homepage ; 2011 world series game 5 box score

    ReplyDelete
  25. I’m impressed, I have to say. Really rarely do I encounter a blog
    that’s each educative and entertaining, and let me inform you,
    you have got hit the nail on the head. Your

    thought is outstanding; the difficulty is one thing that not

    enough persons are talking intelligently about. I'm very

    comfortable that I stumbled throughout

    this in my seek for something regarding this.
    Feel free to visit my website ... alabama joblink alabama

    ReplyDelete
  26. Please let me know if you're looking for a author for your site. You

    have some really good articles and I believe I would be a good asset. If you ever want to take

    some of the load off, I'd really like to write some material for
    your blog in

    exchange for a link back to mine. Please shoot me an email if
    interested. Thanks!
    Also visit my page :: ices.lk

    ReplyDelete
  27. Do you mind if I quote a few of your posts as long as
    I provide credit and sources back to your

    blog? My blog site is in the very same niche

    as yours and my visitors would definitely benefit from some of

    the information you present here. Please let me know if this alright
    with you. Regards!
    Also see my web page - http://www.blissweddingcars.co.uk/linkmanagement.asp

    ReplyDelete
  28. Hey! Do you know if they make any plugins
    to assist with

    SEO? I'm trying to get my blog to rank for some targeted keywords but I'm not
    seeing very good

    success. If you know of any please share. Appreciate it!
    My blog : 2011 world series sleeve patch

    ReplyDelete
  29. I’m not sure where you're getting your info, however great topic. I must spend a while finding out

    more or figuring out more. Thanks for fantastic information I used to be looking for

    this information for my mission.
    Take a look at my web blog :: http://www.glim.org/info

    ReplyDelete
  30. Most of whatever you mention happens to be astonishingly


    appropriate and that makes me ponder why I had not

    looked at this in this light before. This article
    truly did

    turn the light on for me personally as far as this issue goes.
    Nonetheless at this time there is one point I am not too cozy with


    and whilst I try to reconcile that with the actual central theme of your point, allow me see what the

    rest of your readers have to point out.Nicely done.
    Feel free to visit my weblog map of spain wikipedia

    ReplyDelete
  31. Do you mind if I quote a couple of your articles as long as
    I provide credit and sources back to your

    site? My blog is in the very same niche

    as yours and my visitors would definitely benefit from some of

    the information you present here. Please let me know if this ok with you.


    Appreciate it!
    My web site :: 4 Letter Words Starting With Z Ending In X

    ReplyDelete
  32. Wonderful beat ! I would like to apprentice while you amend your website, how could i subscribe for a blog web site?
    The account helped me a

    acceptable deal. I had been tiny bit acquainted of this your
    broadcast provided bright clear

    concept
    Also visit my web site ; www.bibleonline.org.uk

    ReplyDelete
  33. I don’t even know how I ended up here, but I thought this post was great.
    I do not know who you are

    but certainly you're going to a famous blogger if you are not already ;) Cheers!
    Look into my web blog : 5 star hotels canary islands

    ReplyDelete
  34. An impressive share, I just given this onto a colleague who was doing

    slightly analysis on this. And he in actual fact purchased me breakfast as a result of I discovered it
    for him.. smile. So let me reword that: Thnx for the deal with!

    But yeah Thnkx for

    spending the time to discuss this, I really feel
    strongly about it and love studying more on this topic.
    If attainable, as you grow

    to be experience, would you thoughts updating your weblog with
    more

    particulars? It is extremely useful for me. Huge
    thumb up for this

    weblog put up!
    Feel free to visit my blog citizenchannels.org

    ReplyDelete
  35. Hi there! I simply want to give a huge thumbs up for the nice data you've right here on this post. I can be coming back to your weblog for extra soon.
    my site: wiki.cpa3y.net:81

    ReplyDelete
  36. I’ve read a few good stuff here. Certainly worth bookmarking for revisiting.
    I

    wonder how much effort you put to create such a fantastic

    informative website.
    Also see my page > ozkpaintball.ee

    ReplyDelete
  37. Greetings! I've been reading your blog for some time now and finally got the bravery to go ahead and give you a shout out from

    Kingwood Tx! Just wanted to tell you

    keep up the good work!
    Also visit my webpage : golf gvb oefenexamen

    ReplyDelete
  38. I was wondering if you ever thought of changing the page layout of
    your website? Its very well written; I love what youve got to say.
    But maybe you could a little more in the way of content

    so people could connect with it better. Youve got an awful
    lot of text for only having one or 2

    pictures. Maybe you could space it out better?


    My blog ... sky tv viewing

    ReplyDelete
  39. advertising
    Also see my website: www.actualidadetnica.com

    ReplyDelete
  40. Does your website have a contact page? I'm having problems locating it but, I'd like to


    send you an e-mail. I've got some ideas for your blog you

    might be interested in hearing. Either way, great site and I look forward to seeing it

    expand over time.
    Also see my website: http://www.mehyn.ttu.ee/

    ReplyDelete
  41. I'm not sure why but this weblog is loading very slow for

    me. Is anyone else having this problem or is it a problem on my end? I'll check back later
    and

    see if the problem still exists.
    Also visit my weblog ; wikinterpret.Org

    ReplyDelete
  42. Very nice post. I just stumbled upon your weblog and wanted to say
    that I have really enjoyed browsing your blog posts. In any case I will be subscribing to your


    rss feed and I hope you write again very soon!
    Feel free to visit my webpage - bp fishing license reimbursement

    ReplyDelete
  43. There are some attention-grabbing deadlines in this article however I
    don’t know if I see all of them middle to heart. There's some validity however I will take hold opinion till I look into it

    further. Good article , thanks and we wish extra! Added to FeedBurner as well
    my webpage :: http://www.catral.biz/catral-almoradi-dolores-alicante-costa-blanca-life-in-spain-spain-forums.html

    ReplyDelete
  44. Well I definitely enjoyed studying it. This tip provided by you is very helpful for proper
    planning.
    Also see my website - wfl real estate services

    ReplyDelete
  45. Hmm is anyone else having problems with the images on this blog loading?
    I'm trying

    to find out if its a problem on my end or if it's the blog.

    Any responses would be greatly appreciated.
    Also visit my webpage - Tumblr.Com

    ReplyDelete
  46. I liked as much as you'll obtain carried out right here. The sketch is tasteful, your authored material

    stylish. however, you command get bought an shakiness

    over that you wish be turning in the following. sick

    indubitably come more in the past again

    as exactly the similar just about very frequently inside of case you shield this increase.
    My page > bfs petroleum spain

    ReplyDelete
  47. Wonderful blog! I found it while browsing on Yahoo News. Do you have any tips on how to get listed in Yahoo
    News? I've been trying for a while but I never seem to get there! Thank you
    Also visit my blog - anmicliv.altervista.org

    ReplyDelete
  48. It’s hard to find educated people on this topic, however you sound
    like you

    recognize what you’re talking about! Thanks
    My web blog - sarkozy.ump.free.fr

    ReplyDelete
  49. Magnificent website. Lots of useful

    info here. I am sending it to some friends ans also sharing in delicious.
    And naturally, thanks for your sweat!
    my web site: buying property before foreclosure

    ReplyDelete
  50. Excellent weblog right here! Also your web site quite a bit
    up very fast! What host are you the usage of? Can

    I am getting your associate hyperlink in your host? I desire my site loaded up
    as fast as yours lol
    Look into my blog post ... This Site

    ReplyDelete
  51. I'm still learning from you, while I'm improving
    myself. I absolutely liked reading all

    that is written on your site.Keep the information coming.
    I

    enjoyed it!
    Here is my weblog :: www.sloveniasex.Com

    ReplyDelete
  52. you are really a good webmaster. The site loading speed is amazing.
    It seems that

    you are doing any unique trick. Moreover, The contents are
    masterpiece. you've done a magnificent job on this topic!
    Also visit my page - http://brokentambourine.blogspot.ru/

    ReplyDelete
  53. I was just looking for this info for some time. After six hours of

    continuous Googleing, finally I got it in your web site.
    I wonder what's the lack of

    Google strategy that don't rank this kind of informative web sites in top of the list.


    Usually the top web sites are full of garbage.
    Also see my webpage: Www.tranchedesurvie.org

    ReplyDelete
  54. I precisely wished to thank

    you very much once again. I am not sure the

    things I would've followed without the actual ideas documented by you about

    such question. It was a real hard

    crisis in my position, but finding out this expert technique you dealt with that

    took me to weep with

    happiness. Now i'm happy for your help and

    in addition have high hopes

    you comprehend what a

    great job you have been providing educating others with

    the aid of your

    webblog. Most

    likely you have never met all of

    us.
    Also see my web page > wjb property management

    ReplyDelete
  55. Unquestionably believe that that you stated. Your

    favourite justification appeared to be at the web the

    easiest factor to take into account of. I say to you,
    I definitely get annoyed while other people think about concerns
    that they just do not know about. You controlled to hit
    the nail upon the highest as well as outlined out
    the entire thing without having side-effects , folks could take
    a signal. Will probably be back to get more. Thank
    you

    Here is my web-site; tsjechiewiki.nl

    ReplyDelete
  56. A powerful share, I simply given this onto a colleague who was doing a little bit evaluation on this.

    And he in actual fact purchased me breakfast as a result
    of I discovered it for him.. smile. So let me
    reword that: Thnx for the treat! But yeah Thnkx for

    spending the time to discuss this, I really feel strongly about it and love studying

    extra on this topic. If attainable, as you turn into expertise, would you thoughts updating your blog with more

    details? It's highly useful for me. Massive thumb up for this

    blog post!

    Also visit my blog post: rhinelander gm used cars

    ReplyDelete
  57. Great - I should certainly pronounce, impressed with your site.
    I had no trouble

    navigating through all tabs and related information ended up being truly simple to do

    to access. I recently found what I hoped for before you know it in the least.
    Reasonably unusual. Is

    likely to appreciate it for those who add forums or something, site theme
    . a tones way for

    your client to communicate. Nice task..

    Visit my page: http://1023.co.za/

    ReplyDelete
  58. Great items from you, man. I've take into account your stuff

    prior to and you are simply too great. I actually like what you have obtained here,

    really like what you're saying and the way wherein you assert it.
    You are making

    it entertaining and you continue to take care of to keep it

    wise. I can not wait to read much more from you.

    This is actually a

    great website.

    Here is my weblog :: propertylawpartners.co.uk

    ReplyDelete
  59. I'm really impressed with your writing skills as well as with the layout on your blog. Is this a paid theme or did you customize it yourself? Either way keep up the excellent

    quality writing, it’s rare to see a great blog like this one nowadays..

    Also visit my blog :: parissa.metierconsulting.net

    ReplyDelete
  60. As I web-site possessor I believe the content matter here is rattling excellent , appreciate it for your efforts.
    You should keep it up forever!

    Best of luck.

    Visit my site :: benidorm Property

    ReplyDelete
  61. Magnificent goods from you, man. I've take into account your stuff

    prior to and you are just extremely

    excellent. I really like what you have acquired right here,

    certainly like what you're saying and the way wherein you assert
    it. You are making

    it enjoyable and you still care for to stay it smart.
    I can't wait to learn far more from you. That is actually a

    tremendous site.

    Also visit my web-site :: uk tv script agents

    ReplyDelete
  62. magnificent issues altogether, you simply received a


    emblem new reader. What may you recommend about your

    submit that you made a few days ago? Any sure?

    Feel free to visit my blog: ww.helsingkrona.se

    ReplyDelete
  63. Terrific work! This is the kind of info that are supposed to be shared across the net.
    Shame on the

    search engines for now not positioning this publish
    upper! Come on

    over and visit my website . Thank you

    =)

    Check out my site: Virgin Trains Travel News

    ReplyDelete
  64. It’s exhausting to find educated folks on this topic, however you sound like
    you

    recognize what you’re speaking about! Thanks

    My web site :: distance from villamartin to benidorm

    ReplyDelete
  65. What i don't realize is if truth be told how you're

    no longer actually a lot more neatly-appreciated than
    you may be now. You are so intelligent. You already know therefore significantly on the subject
    of this topic, produced me

    individually believe it from a lot

    of various angles. Its like women and men are not

    fascinated except it’s one thing to do with Woman gaga!
    Your own stuffs great.

    At all times handle it up!

    Here is my blog post: Zakshare.Com

    ReplyDelete
  66. Hello.This article was really remarkable, especially

    because I was investigating for thoughts on this matter last

    Tuesday.

    Also visit my web blog dblcoverage.blogspot.fr

    ReplyDelete