Thanks for that welcome. I dont go back much at all I have to confess, we are planning a big trip back later this year.

Im from cambridge originally, (the first one in england that is) and have few relatives dotted about the country.

Since having my first child almost 7 years ago, I have become a bit entrenched here so I am looking forward to a trip back, I think to see it all through my daughters eyes will be good, a lot of firsts for them - well I hope they like it or Ill wish we took them skiing or something!!

I have a spanish friend who used to confound holiday makers when telling them he was from cadiz he said it fast to make it sound like cardiff, and led to much bewilderment at times. I have never beenbut have heard how beautiful it is, another new years resolution - to see more of the mainland, (my list is growing daily)

Is there a big ex pat community in cadiz? Its mentined all the time here as its the port where anyone coming over by boat has to come through, but I have no idea what goes on there at all Its shameful isnt it.

I look forward to keeping with the outside world a bit via here - and again thank you for the welcome!!