Vocal Voices

We popped into a bar we use in Ourique, to see the owner, tell her the good news and she immediately offered the use of her husband, brother in law and son, as well as two vans to move us

How fanbluddytastic is that?

And, if needed, a room for a couple of nights, as things are a bit weird over here, for the actual signing and handing over of the keys and property.

Amazingly friendly and helpful, these Alentejanas

Oh that's fantastic!!!! How helpful!!!

Couldn't believe it Kaz, no hesitation, offered straightaway and we were told that no, we couldn't pay them for their time. Just the petrol and motorway taxes.

So I think a huge meal out is called for.

Oh, now that is really friendly and kind - I'm so glad you will already have friends there, it will make the move that bit easier

Both Portuguese and he's the local Chief of Police

Best behave yourself then!!

Fallen on your feet then brilliant news

Yes, that all sounds very positive and very welcoming, Ton ...

Well, Luis, Grumpy and I did get rather piddled one night, together

That Portuguese brandy