It's All About The Food

No doubt you've heard Meghan Trainor's hit song "All About That Bass". Well, this post is all about the food. The joy of experiencing a different place and culture naturally involves eating. There's something intimate and enticing in discovering the variances of what is familiar and there's nothing better than becoming acquainted with something new and unexpected. 

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Albufeira Delight

Another week has come and gone in Albufeira and more than a few of you have made it known you've been eagerly awaiting another post. My apologies for the delay, but there are times when it's a treat to take a break, step away from technology, and simply enjoy the moment.

Exploring Albufeira

This past week we've explored the area around our apartment as well as the beach and old section of Albufeira. 

23 Countries & Counting

Travelling around the UK by train and bus for the past two months has been super easy. Flying to Portugal from London's Gatwick Airport was equally enjoyable.

Wooburn Green Memories

Today is our last full day with Jasper, Mew and Purr and we'd like to thank homeowners C&D for the opportunity. Housesitting their home, as well as taking care of their adorable pets has given us memories that will last a lifetime. 

Old Dogs & New Tricks

Jasper isn't the first dog we've taken care of who's had obedience training, but he is the first to use hand signals in combination with verbal commands. The hand signals add to his understanding of what it is we want of him, but because they're new to us we're the old dogs learning new tricks!

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Year End & A New Start

The final day of 2014 was chilly, or as the radio announcer put it cool due to a "keen frost".