Sunday 29 November 2009

NOVEMBER SKIES ON THE COAST

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BUG'S VIEW

SNAKING AROUND IN THE GARDEN

Thursday 3 September 2009

BOAT EXPLOSION


While having morning coffee and swim at our local beach, a boat exploded not far from shore - but far enough. We witnessed the event, but as of yet - don't know exactly what happen. Of course, we had to take a photo!

Tuesday 1 September 2009

LITTLE FURRY SPANISH FRIENDS

EXPAT & ANIMAL LOVER - MIKE WHITTOCK shares his little furry friends with us.

Dear SpainLifestyle.com,
We sit outside in the evening and these beautiful little creatures come and amuse us. They are tree rats, more like hamsters, herbivores, only eat vegetables and bread. pinky grey and so cute, they come out when they hear our voices. They run along the wall, climb down the wisteria and climb nimbly up the wrought iron bird table. We have now bought them their very own bird bath!. We have whole families who diligently collect the food, from tiny babies to mum and dad. This morning I went into the kitchen, the door was open and our blind Jack Russell was there. I found one of the ratties in the vegetable basket taking some garlic!! I tried to catch it to say good morning to my partner, he jumped into the umbrella and then ran up my arm to get out!! They are beautiful, clean creatures and so intelligent. They are not in the least threatening. If you see them in your garden, please look after them!!

Friday 28 August 2009

SUMMER MORNINGS AT EL PORTET BEACH, MORAIRA - SPAIN

There is nothing like spending our summer morning at the El Portet Beach in Moraira. It is the most civilized beach in the world as far as we are concerned. It is a 5 minute drive from our home and we go early to get a good parking spot. Then we order our cafe con leche. I go for a dip and Jose reads the newspaper. Then, just as the tourists start to arrive, we pack up and head home to begin our work day. This is the only way to live and work. Life on the coast rocks!

Monday 24 August 2009

SPANISH CICADA


The name is a direct derivation of the Latin cicada, meaning "buzzer".


Thursday 20 August 2009

RETIRED EXPAT ENJOYS WEEKLY FLYING LESSONS IN VALENCIAN VALLEY


Martin Drop has been spending his retirement time taking flying lessons. Once a fireman in Holland, Martin now gets his thrills by flying over Valencia's countless beautiful valleys.


BABY BIRD CLINGS TO TOSCA STONE WALL

Separated from his mother, this baby bird clings with his claws to the rough surface of a tosca wall in the old town of Teulada.

Tosca stone is sand stone hewn from the deposits at the seaside.

Wednesday 5 August 2009

COMICAL CHARACTERS AT SPANISH FLEE MARKETS



Spain is full of flee markets - or "rastros" and they showcase a wide range of articles for sale from antiques to just junk. While searching through the stuff on sale, it is fun to observe the gypsies who are the kings of these markets :)

Friday 31 July 2009

BEACH FLOWER


101JV-0071_PIC.JPG, originally uploaded by Karla Darocas.

I don't know what kind of flower this is - but they grow out of the sand on the beach.

SPANISH COLOURS ON THIS FLOWER


101JV-0055_PIC.JPG, originally uploaded by Karla Darocas.

NEIGHBOUR HAS NICE PALM TREE


101JV-0072_PIC.JPG, originally uploaded by Karla Darocas.

Our palms are not this big yet!

Hey - that is me and Toby the Dog


240-4050_IMG.JPG, originally uploaded by Karla Darocas.

We are always hanging out the window!!!

OUR COASTLINE


241-4148_IMG.JPG, originally uploaded by Karla Darocas.

Cumbre del Sol has the most beautiful coastline in all of Spain!

Saturday 25 July 2009

Spanish_dragonfly


Spanish_dragonfly, originally uploaded by Karla Darocas.

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Spanish_dragonfly, originally uploaded by Karla Darocas.

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Spanish_dragonfly


Spanish_dragonfly, originally uploaded by Karla Darocas.

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Wednesday 22 July 2009

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Naturally Spanish - Aloe Vera Skincare!
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Monday 20 July 2009

Penon de Ifach


CUMBRE DEL SOL, originally uploaded by Karla Darocas.

The photo was taken from on top of Cumbre del Sol (Puig de Llorença ). You can see Moraira in foreground - Calpe and the Ifach Rock in midground and Albir in the back.


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MONTGO


CUMBRE DEL SOL, originally uploaded by Karla Darocas.

This is Montgo - the famous mountain that divides Javea from Denia. The photo was taken from on top of Cumbre del Sol (Puig de Llorença )


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Sunday 19 July 2009

QUEEN CACTUS - NIGHT BLOOMER

I just love to witness this incredible feat of Mother Nature - only one night per year!!!

Friday 17 July 2009

SUMMER SUNSET


SUMMER SUNSET, originally uploaded by Karla Darocas.

Looking out towards Denia with Benitachell in forground

SUMMER SUNSET OVER MONTGO


SUMMER SUNSET OVER MONTGO, originally uploaded by Karla Darocas.

Looking towards Javea - with Benitachell in lower right

Wednesday 15 July 2009

Spanish_Beatle


Spanish_Beatle, originally uploaded by Karla Darocas.

Hanging out at the pool :)

PEE BUG FILM


PEE BUG FILM, originally uploaded by Karla Darocas.

A fun little black and white photo collage to make you smile :)

Monday 13 July 2009

Spanish Adelfas


Spanish Adelfas, originally uploaded by Karla Darocas.

in English these are called Oleander flowers

Spanish snail


Spanish snail, originally uploaded by Karla Darocas.

can you see the little ant on the snails back?

macro flower


macro flower, originally uploaded by Karla Darocas.

love these closeups

marco grasshopper


marco grasshopper, originally uploaded by Karla Darocas.

can you see his little friend or lunch - not sure if grasshoppers eat ants or not?

Gekko


Gekko, originally uploaded by Karla Darocas.

lives in the sauna door

CEMENT SNAIL


PIC_0050, originally uploaded by Karla Darocas.

bell flowers and wagon wheel


PIC_0041, originally uploaded by Karla Darocas.

i have no idea what these bell flowers are that live in my garden?

GARDEN


GARDEN, originally uploaded by Karla Darocas.

another hybiscus flower photo :)