Decisions in Portugal - March 11, 2021

 Portugal remains closed for travel, which has given us time to continue working out some details for our future planning. A big decision has been made in that I have decided not to return from this year of sabbatical leave to teach next year. I have loved being an educator, but am looking forward to exploring other interests and having the opportunity to spend quality time with friends and family. Hopefully the pandemic will cooperate and fade more into the background as the vaccine is rolled out globally.

Below are some photos from within an 18 km radius of where we are house sitting. There are rumors Portugal may open as early as next week and we are chomping at the bit to explore more of this wonderful country and share highlights with you.

This is a stone shelter we came across while bicycling in the area last week

A beautiful building in Reguengo - closest village (pop. 230 in 2011)

Platanus (mid 1800's) in the center of Portalegre with red Communist party flags in the background




Comments

  1. Liz FininMarch 12, 2021 at 7:10 AM

    Happy for you in your decision and wishing you guys well. The vaccine is rolling out here and we are starting to feel more and more hope as the weather warms and things open up. Hope that happens for you over there soon too as I love following along on your adventures. Peace.

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  2. ks88March 20, 2021 at 9:25 PM

    Your blog is such a wonderful escape! Looking forward to hearing where the road takes you next.
    I got vaccinated today! The gym at Commodore is COVID Vaccine Central. It was very efficient thanks to dozens of Bainbridge volunteers 💖

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  3. UnknownApril 2, 2021 at 9:37 AM

    I am so proud of you. Life is an adventure and meant to be lived fully. You will spread beauty and humor wherever you are.
    Take care. I will follow your blog.

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