Need some reasons to stay

[Mame]

One could say ' Thank goodness for that ' only joking Pete. Who am I going to get to sort out my computer probs and all Mels questions

[XTreme]

Originally Posted by Mame

One could say ' Thank goodness for that ' only joking Pete. Who am I going to get to sort out my computer probs and all Mels questions

Obviously keep in touch by email Maureen......and I'll help you as much as I can!
Though I have to say Melvyn's beyond help already!

[Stravinsky]

Originally Posted by Mame

I agree with you Pete.I have been here since 2004. I never thought I would ever want to leave but 2 baby grandaughters ( we never thought we would have ) are really tugging at my heart strings. Also have 17 and 15 year old grandchildren but saw them grow up and they know who we are. We have now decided to make the move to Brittany, whether this is the right solution not sure but do not want to go back to the UK. This way we will only be 30mins from the ferry and 2 hours the other side so will be able to make trips across and also easier for them to come to us. Probably easier for you as you have your boys with you.
Maureen

Hey maureen

But you're not too far from two hours away now by plane
I do understand the pull that family has thougg, which is whi I could never have moved to somewhere like Australia

[XTreme]

Originally Posted by Stravinsky

has thougg, which is whi

Didn't they teach you spelling at Moderator School Jon?

[Stravinsky]

Originally Posted by XTreme

Didn't they teach you spelling at Moderator School Jon?

Whoops
Teach me to rush!

[littleredrooster]

Originally Posted by ellenjoan

Indeed you're not alone !

I'm looking to emigrate again.

They have no respect here for nature, no respect for animals, no respect for the neighbours....the land is dirty (no recycling for 85%), the bureaucrazy doesn't turn right, Etccc



Ellenjoan

I would suggest that the issues mentioned by yourself and others are down to one simple but most important factor,.........Wrong LOCATION....which of course would apply in any country.

There are many lovely clean unspoilt areas and villages if you get a look around.

Whilst there is much mal-treatment of animals,there are also many Spanish who have set up and dedicated themselves to rescue centres and others who take very good care of their own pets.

I have found Spanish neighbours to be absolutely superb and once they get to know you they can often care for you like family.

Many others have told me of similar experiences.

Location,location,location!

[maria0301]

Originally Posted by Mame

I agree with you Pete.I have been here since 2004. I never thought I would ever want to leave but 2 baby grandaughters ( we never thought we would have ) are really tugging at my heart strings. Also have 17 and 15 year old grandchildren but saw them grow up and they know who we are. We have now decided to make the move to Brittany, whether this is the right solution not sure but do not want to go back to the UK. This way we will only be 30mins from the ferry and 2 hours the other side so will be able to make trips across and also easier for them to come to us. Probably easier for you as you have your boys with you.
Maureen

Hi Maureen, just crossing countries I should be on the France Forum I know.....When are you moving to Brittany? Buying or Renting?? We are moving to Vendee which is just below Brittany and my biggest worry is the grandchildren...aaarrgh. I just hope we settle there and decide to stay for good cos this country has really gone down the toilet!!

[susanspain]

Hi all.. have been here since 2000 and loved most of it! (Apart from red tape on constant basis!)...
Sadly tho I have lost faith recently - as the Guardia Civil did not include me in their report when I was the passenger in a vehicle in an RTA - and it seems I have no redress to get this changed. So... despite being the victim - (the driver of the vehcile I was injured in got their car reparied OK) - but having spent Eu 3,000 of my own money on med bills- which the lawyer INSTRUCTED me to get. It seems I may not even have a case.
I know these things could happen anywhere - but with the limited work opportunities here (I have good Spanish but know that they will always give a Sp national the job over a 'guiri' - but then again I know there are equally Brit co's who would employ a Brit over a local) it may soon be packing up and heading elsewhere.

I am soul searching to find reasons to stay - but unless there is some money from somewhere soon (and I mean for the rent on Jan 1st) - my Spanish dream might be at an end. I do not want to return to the UK - hate the place! (The weather, high cost of living, limited social feeling in the community etc) - So maybe I need to find somewhere else if I really have given Spain its best shot.

Joined this form as there are other countries to join in chats/find out about.
A friend has suggested I go for a holiday to another country where I 'think' I might want to live. But need to get some readies before I head off anywhere else!

[crookesey]

Originally Posted by atlast

I just had a really bad few days. I'm telling myself that it really isn't Spain, it's just one of those periods you go through. There seem to be an awful lot of them lately. So I find myself thinking about leaving.

I could use some reasons to stay. Help!

I'm the other way in looking for the definative reason to move to Spain. I would never think of pulling up sticks and making a permanent move without giving it a good trial run. I am looking at things as on a balance sheet, eg pros and cons.

Pros.

The weather, slower pace of life, lower cost of living (albeit the pound has taken a hammering of late), far less violent crime, better health service, opportunity to live close to the sea without it costing an arm and a leg, lower fuel costs due to the better weather and last but not least not having politics rammed down my throught morning, noon and night.

Cons.

Not being able to walk in the Peak District National Park as and when I wish, not seeing my son as much as I would like, albeit he would no doubt take advantage of free holidays, losing the use of a taxation system that I understand and can use to my advantage, seeing savings and pension income decrease due to the exchange rate.

So I'm about as confused as you, but in reverse. My wife would make the move tommorow, I'm looking at two months stints both home and away. Perhaps if you could come over for say, a couple of month long stays and see if that did the trick.

Whatever you decide, the best of luck to you.

[SunnySpain]

Originally Posted by atlast

Well, as I posted elsewhere, we're planning a two-week vacation in Ireland. Maybe I'll appreciate it more when I get back.

Its all about your "Expectations" versus "Reality"

What did you expect and what did you find when you got here ?