Tag Archives: Valencia

Summeresque

Posted on April 6, 2014 by martykaplan

Sunday, April 6, 2014 Yesterday the temperature reached 85 degrees and a repeat performance is promised for today. It has been, for the most part a rather uneventful week in terms of activity outside of the home. I spent a … Continue reading →

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The Market Marathon!

Posted on February 18, 2014 by martykaplan

Tuesday, February 18, 2014             The temperature continues to oscillate between the mid-50’s and the mid-70’s.  Yesterday it was the mid-50’s turn.  At 11:30 we made our way to Carosel where we caught up with Jordi, Carol, Joana, Adrea, Eric, … Continue reading →

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Food, Glorious Food!

Posted on February 9, 2014 by martykaplan

February 9, 2014             Freakish weather continues batter the north of Spain and we, here in Valencia, are mostly experiencing windy conditions.  The sun continues to play hide and seek, but that does very little to dissuade the outdoor diners. … Continue reading →

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I Have Been Remiss!

Posted on February 3, 2014 by martykaplan

Monday, February 3. 2014             Time flies when you’re having fun! The weather here in Valencia continues to be variable with colder days alternating with warmer days.  Rain has been scant for the past four or five months and that … Continue reading →

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A Superb Saturday!

Posted on January 12, 2014 by martykaplan

Sunday, January 12, 2014             After the 12 Days of Christmas the energy on the street appears to be very low.  The weather has been paralleling the energy level of the inhabitants as the past few days have been mainly … Continue reading →

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Lights, Camera, Action!

Posted on September 15, 2013 by martykaplan

Sunday, September 15, 2013             As advertised, things are beginning to pick up here in Valencia now that vacation time has come to an end.  Thursday we were invited to Joana’s 3rd birthday party.  It was held at the MuVIM … Continue reading →

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La Matandeta – Take Two!

Posted on September 9, 2013 by martykaplan

Monday, September 9, 2013             The weather forecast was right off target again.  Instead of rain we have sun.  Oh, well.  That’s just the way it goes.  I managed to get a haircut this morning and that means I will … Continue reading →

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Our 48th!

Posted on August 23, 2013 by martykaplan

Friday, August 23, 2013             As many of you already know, yesterday was our 48th wedding anniversary.  Given the heat and the humidity our only foray during the day was to Mercadona to pick up a few basics.  In anticipation … Continue reading →

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Summertime And The Living Is Easy!

Posted on July 21, 2013 by martykaplan

Sunday, July 21, 2013             It’s not just the weather that lets you know that it is summertime here in Valencia.  Temperatures that are flirting with the 90’s provide helpful clues, but there are other indicators.  Smaller stores are no … Continue reading →

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No One Takes The Blame!

Posted on July 15, 2013 by martykaplan

Monday, July 15, 2013             While the weather has been heating up here in Spain, so has the political scene.  The papers each day are filled with new revelations about the bribes and illegal payments made to the Partido Popular … Continue reading →

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