tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26520636429204599892024-03-05T03:20:47.047-08:00Living In GreeceAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05487356421454490109noreply@blogger.comBlogger65125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2652063642920459989.post-29562924622172893692018-05-07T01:34:00.000-07:002018-05-07T01:34:03.303-07:00Learning Greek
Five years is about time I learn some. My advantages.
No more rip off in taxi's, no more being charged
1 Euro, when the rest of the country pays 50.
No more buying something with no price tag and
the clerk charges you are price out of their head.
No more people, calling you a A hole and speaking
behind your back in Greek.
No being laughed at because I don't understand.
No more being pushed aside in a line at the ATM
or pushed in a bus.
God created the whole world, not just Greece.
~~CcP~~~7/7/2018Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05487356421454490109noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2652063642920459989.post-9620113601030836742018-01-17T11:11:00.003-08:002018-01-17T11:11:40.592-08:00Earthquakes
Something you have to get use to I guess. I have felt
a few in my lifetime, most were minor and only lasted a
few seconds. A couple of nights ago, I felt the biggest
so far. Funny, it is a weird feeling, I was sitting and
I could feel the floor move. First thing you stop and think
"is this real"? Then you wonder if the worst is going to
happen.
First thing is not to panic or run if you are outside.
Get away from electric lines and anything that can fall
on you. If you are inside don't go outside until it is
safe. Most people want to look and see what is going on.
Driving on the roads, pull over and stop. Stay inside
until it is safe.
I hope I never have to witness any of this, but this
is something to think about if you are planing to move
to Greece.
The world is changing in weather patterns all over just
not in Greece.
~~~CcP~~~1-17-2018Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05487356421454490109noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2652063642920459989.post-53412490043791395062017-08-16T04:14:00.000-07:002017-08-16T04:18:01.355-07:00Best Time
I have not been to many places since I have lived here. Sometimes
I sit and think about the past, (which I know you are not suppose to do).
I break the rules sometimes. Life is not always forward, but some things
of past good times once in awhile.
Christmas in Rhodes, Greece is a favorite of mine. It was not freezing
cold, just enough for cold rains and some hail. We had a good nights
sleep and woke up one morning before Christmas and had some snow on
the ground. I told my wife,"did we die and wake up in Alaska"? It was
very unusual and I have been to many islands, and have never seen snow
on a island.
Going out at night, I teased my grand daughter with a snowball fight.
Summers are nice but sometimes too hot. It was nice to have a cold
visit with relation.
Life is short, maybe we can go back sometime.
~~~CcP~~~8-16-2017Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05487356421454490109noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2652063642920459989.post-61692186238967074912017-07-16T07:21:00.001-07:002017-07-16T07:21:10.951-07:00On The BeachesI am not a beach goer but on occasions I do. The only
thing that gets my goat is behind hotels. There are
chairs on the beach to sit in or lie in, if you
just want to watch and not swim. Some hotels
provide this service.
Then you have the all - they - can get out of you
hotels. They charge the minimum of 5 Euro which
is about 6 US dollars to sit in a chair.
I don't know what the law is here and I don't
care, but I think the beach is God's creation
not the hotel.
Then you have the old ladies that lie with their
sagging braless boobs. (I pray I never wake up
with one of them).
Well hell it's Greece.
Enjoy
~~~CcP~~~7-6-17
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05487356421454490109noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2652063642920459989.post-7054365737455617592017-06-25T03:04:00.001-07:002017-06-25T04:22:22.149-07:00TourBus tours in Greece is one of most affordable modes
of transportation. They are relaxing, air conditioned,
(a must for me). Some are now equipped with WIFI,radio
a dvd monitors. I have not seen a tour bus with a bathroom,
but some say they have them.
If you are a go to the bathroom often person they make
rest stops often, at restaurants and gift shops. One
word of caution, most stops are expensive and the food
is prepared fast and not too good. Best advice is to
take a small lunch and water, or just buy a pre-made
sandwich.
If you take a two day tour the price will include hotel
with breakfast. Some tours have very nice hotels and the
prices are reasonable.
Now on with our tour. Me and my wife took a two day tour.
First stop was Pozar Baths, known as the city of waters.
The water comes from mountains, the temperature
is average 37c. They have 48 individual baths and 6 indoor
pools. It is highly recommended for respiratory and
circulatory conditions. The benefits are health and well
being. The area is also known as hot water.
For United States people it is like Hot Springs, Arkansas.
Second day. Waterfalls, Edessa.It is located in Northern
Greece, in a forest area. Very large and century old
trees. Beautiful running streams and water falls.
Nearby restaurants are available. The prices are a
little high, but the cool air and shade, is worth
the price.
Visiting Greece for vacation? Consider a bus tour you
will not be disappointed.
~~~CcP~~6/25/17<a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-W3CFnqi7_34/WU-Iz2cguiI/AAAAAAAACTA/VcfEvugepq0uWxcQD1G3-gEO-sJwBEpCACLcBGAs/s1600/J%2B012.JPG" imageanchor="1" ><img border="0" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-W3CFnqi7_34/WU-Iz2cguiI/AAAAAAAACTA/VcfEvugepq0uWxcQD1G3-gEO-sJwBEpCACLcBGAs/s320/J%2B012.JPG" width="320" height="240" data-original-width="1600" data-original-height="1200" /></a><a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-REGSsyts4jg/WU-JSevO2tI/AAAAAAAACTE/TRevlinNgVABrBeLCXDgcVgaIlESVHKTgCLcBGAs/s1600/J%2B021.JPG" imageanchor="1" ><img border="0" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-REGSsyts4jg/WU-JSevO2tI/AAAAAAAACTE/TRevlinNgVABrBeLCXDgcVgaIlESVHKTgCLcBGAs/s320/J%2B021.JPG" width="320" height="240" data-original-width="1600" data-original-height="1200" /></a><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-hjrrwQRq8L0/WU-KNmebW2I/AAAAAAAACTM/RMEJaU7mHb4NuG1vw9M2xVvbA7hRW3TFACLcBGAs/s1600/J%2B029.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-hjrrwQRq8L0/WU-KNmebW2I/AAAAAAAACTM/RMEJaU7mHb4NuG1vw9M2xVvbA7hRW3TFACLcBGAs/s320/J%2B029.JPG" width="320" height="240" data-original-width="1600" data-original-height="1200" /></a></div>
<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d2ofk8q0_ks&index=32&list=FL8CHwB4TRqFck9G3BET1x8Q"></a>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05487356421454490109noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2652063642920459989.post-20172735617585524142017-05-09T01:47:00.003-07:002017-05-09T02:19:55.003-07:00Greek WomenTrue, Greek women are very beautiful.
But that is not the purpose of this post.
Greek women are caring, religious and the
best wife you can find. (If that is what
you are looking for).
Coming from another country I believe
mostly men think, they have found a
slave to wait on them hand and foot.
This could be true in some cases I guess.
Most women don't want any help like hanging
clothes to dry, or washing dishes. I believe
this is old customs. In the world today both
parents have to work to survive.
If just the husband works and comes home
tired, yes he needs to rest. But they often
forget the wife, (if she has children) has
spent the day taking care of children,
maybe some are sick, etc. Washing clothes,
ironing, preparing meals, maybe working in
the hot sun in the garden.
Then comes bed time. The man is rested now
well feed and wants a little loving.
Holly cow, give her a break.
More to come, thanks for reading.
~~CcP~~9-5-2017<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-IIM_JXqoA9Q/WRGJpDFn5OI/AAAAAAAACSs/ke7sRW2KA7oMSI24G5BCIfHKGa5i-HNygCLcB/s1600/beautiful_women_31.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-IIM_JXqoA9Q/WRGJpDFn5OI/AAAAAAAACSs/ke7sRW2KA7oMSI24G5BCIfHKGa5i-HNygCLcB/s320/beautiful_women_31.jpg" width="320" height="320" /></a></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05487356421454490109noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2652063642920459989.post-85563125170530103282016-12-29T04:55:00.000-08:002016-12-29T04:55:39.611-08:00Christmas in GreeceNo snowballs to throw, snowman to make or
sled to slide down a hill. Christmas dinner
is another thing. All the trimming, some
different than the USA.
Main dish was pork and chicken. Turkey is
available, but with so many meat choices
the turkey survived this Christmas.
Potatoes were whole and not mashed, and
makes no difference to me, they are good
either way.
Green leafy salad was a highlight, prepared
by a special young lady. No left overs for
this, everyone enjoyed it.
Only difference was no pumpkin pie and
whip cream.
Was a very good meal and plenty left over.
So whatever country you are from or visit
I think you will not see much difference
in holiday meals.
Christmas in being with family and love
one's, helping others out, not just
opening presents.
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05487356421454490109noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2652063642920459989.post-44800627427553991472016-10-12T05:42:00.003-07:002016-10-12T05:42:42.797-07:00WeatherIf you are planning a trip to Greece or live
in Greece, be prepared for weather changes.
It might feel like summer here in October
but when the sun drops in the evening it gets
a little chilly. Always take a light jacket
or sweater, better to be safe than sorry.
Until winter arrives it can be cool one
day and warm the next. October thru November
is the prime time to get a cold or sick if
you have asthma or lung problems.
Rains also starts in October, which makes
it umbrella time. Lots of rain the winter
and some snow depending on what part of
Greece you live in. The North is mountains,
snow, rain and cold. Best to stay South in
the winter if you get colds or sick easy.
Just a few tips, I learned my session the
hard way.
~~~CcP~~~10/12/2016
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05487356421454490109noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2652063642920459989.post-203973345784600592016-10-02T03:58:00.003-07:002016-10-02T03:58:50.698-07:00Autumn 2016Was a fast summer visited Cyprus for the third time, always
a favorite of ours. Visited Rhodes,Greece and family.
Went on a lot of bus tours to places I can't remember the
names,but all was nice.
Winter will be here soon and the rains will start. Farmers
need the rain, but makes it hard to get out and take care
of business, when you use the bus and taxis.
Not much has changed this year, the economy is still not
good, food prices are rising, but we still do ok. Some
people have a hard time making it.
We just keep the faith and hope and pray the world will
come together and people and nations will get along.No
more hate, violence, race issues, war.
~~~CcP~~10/2/2016Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05487356421454490109noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2652063642920459989.post-57760373770691576832016-05-08T05:22:00.002-07:002016-05-08T05:33:53.591-07:00Bus tour to Thessaloniki, GreeceA long ride, but plenty of stops along the way. This was a four day tour to
<a href="http://www.booking.com/hotel/gr/simantro-beach.en-gb.html?aid=357029;label=yho748jc-hotel-XX-gr-simantroNbeach-unspec-gr-com-L%3Aen-O%3AwindowsS7-B%3Afirefox-N%3AXX-S%3Abo-U%3AXX;sid=018c9f1db3da1de1235ed604b564162b;dcid=4;dist=0&sb_price_type=total&type=total&">Simanto Beach Hotel</a>. It reminded me of the movie Dirty Dancing. There was a
swimming pool, a small store to do some shopping a near by forest if you
wanted to take a walk. The beach was part of the resort, so you can walk
to it from your room.
The room were nice and clean, with a queen bed, not two beds shoved together.
A nice television and small refrigerator.
This was Easter week and the last day was a traditional meal with plenty of
food and entertainment.
On the trip back we stopped at <a href="http://www.greecetravel.com/thessaloniki/">Thessaloniki</a>, the second largest city in
Greece. We have been there once before in the winter time. Very nice place
and a lot of sightseeing. <a href="https://www.tripadvisor.com/Tourism-g189473-Thessaloniki_Thessaloniki_Region_Central_Macedonia-Vacations.html"></a>
~~~CcP~~5-8-2016Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05487356421454490109noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2652063642920459989.post-85971611975261074312016-04-20T03:57:00.000-07:002016-04-20T08:20:37.390-07:00Not all you think it is.If you are coming to Europe for a vacation or whatever,
don't expect to find outstanding bargains. Some things
are cheaper and some are not.
The food is cheaper if you buy from farmers. Supermarkets
prices are higher and no bargains.
Dental services is one good service compared to the US.
But don't expect to get everything done is a day of two.
You will need a couple of weeks if you find a good dentist.
Houses are very expensive, because they build them mostly
of cement. Apartments are reasonable but hard to find.
So whether you are coming to visit or relocate, do a
lot of homework before you make the move.
~~~CcP~~4-20-2016<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-I8zrU5vseeQ/VxdggGREFCI/AAAAAAAACQY/QpcZgRnsdJwJ7ryi6uWXfyuUAi66LzLdACLcB/s1600/Greece%2B044.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-I8zrU5vseeQ/VxdggGREFCI/AAAAAAAACQY/QpcZgRnsdJwJ7ryi6uWXfyuUAi66LzLdACLcB/s320/Greece%2B044.JPG" /></a></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05487356421454490109noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2652063642920459989.post-76363573688422130382016-03-27T03:10:00.000-07:002016-03-27T03:10:02.233-07:00Touring in MarchSome days are warm and some are cool and rain.
I have taken two tours in March this year, it
was three days and rained to some extent every
day.
From my experience you should wait until later
April and May before taking tours, unless you
like getting wet. It still rains in April and
sometimes in the summer months, but it is not
cold.
Taking a Easter tour for three days the last
of April, so I'll see how it goes then.
~~~CcP~~03/27/2016Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05487356421454490109noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2652063642920459989.post-38777583316280492602016-03-15T08:55:00.001-07:002016-03-15T08:58:14.714-07:00Bus TourYou can take a bus tour to almost anywhere in Greece.
The prices are reasonable and if the tour is over
one day the hotel price is usually included. Most
hotels have breakfast and most are Greek style foods
but most have cereals and other common items for
breakfast.
Be prepared for room styles. Rooms are clean but
don't expect a queen size bed, unless you are in
a luxury hotel. Most rooms comes with two twin beds
pushed together. This is a little uncomfortable
especially if you are over 6 feet tall. Most Greek
people are small and I guess they don't think of
people from other countries. This is my only
complaint about hotels in Europe, especially Greece.
Some tours even go to other countries, Italy, England,
etc. The tour bus goes on board a ship and gets off
in the country they are going to. This is nice if
you have a lot of time and don't like to fly.
There are also some tours that have English speaking
guides, if you don't know Greek, like myself.
If you are interested be sure to book early and
avoid, late summer months, the prices are higher
during tourist season and August is when most
Greeks take their vacations.
Hope this is helpful to so of you.
Thanks for reading. Please consider joining
my blog.
Thank you.
~~~CcP~~~3/15/2016
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05487356421454490109noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2652063642920459989.post-59270242287546121302016-03-08T05:04:00.000-08:002016-03-08T05:04:46.202-08:00Getting Around In GreeceI am retired and am not in a hurry to get anywhere. The bus will get you
almost anywhere, if you know the routes and where to change buses. You
can get a one time trip or purchase a monthly ticket, which you can use
as much as you like. My only problem with this is sometimes the buses
go on a one or two day strike. (which in my opinion gets them no where,
except a day or two loss wages. So your 30 day or 31 day ticket you
purchased you only get to use 28 days. Refund for 2 days, (yeah, you bet).
I can drive, but would not drive here or recommend anyone else to. First
of all it is too crowded and your car will probably get dinged or hit
in less than a week. Law enforcement does a poor job on enforcing the
laws, people park on sidewalks, disabled spots, or make a stop.
It is like the automobiles have the right of way. I always look several
times before crossing the streets, because they are probably not looking
for you.
Cell Phones, yep, they yak on them and drive here too. I think there is
a law on driving with them and talking, but there again, it is not enforced.
So, I stick to my shoe leather, get some exercise, take the bus or a taxi
if the weather is bad.
~~~CcP~~3/8/2016<a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ycBV3Sl0jyY/T4dyngJ_FhI/AAAAAAAAA-U/EUk_9wxfb8M/s1600/mind%255B2%255D" imageanchor="1" ><img border="0" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ycBV3Sl0jyY/T4dyngJ_FhI/AAAAAAAAA-U/EUk_9wxfb8M/s320/mind%255B2%255D" /></a>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05487356421454490109noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2652063642920459989.post-79013134318102367812015-12-21T03:09:00.000-08:002015-12-21T03:09:12.970-08:00Christmas in Greece 2015No snow in the mountains, also warm enough to go swimming.
Will there be a winter of cold and north winds, that
brings out the mittens, scarfs and warm coats?
Warm is good I guess, but I think it confuses Mother
Nature. Flowers blooming and fruits on trees. Animals
not sleeping that should be.
The time of the year to give gifts and remembering
good times with family and friends. Loved one's who
are no longer with us. Giving to those on the streets
and in homes with no heat, or those with no homes.
It is better to give than receive. It is the love and
the gift that counts. Remember when you give you will
receive two times over. This is confusing to some and
myself a few years ago. People give money to church
and wonder where and when the double in return will
be. It doesn't say your double will be in cash if you
give cash. It also says there is no time involved.
It could be years and you won't even
realize it when something good happens.
To me I give and expect nothing in return.
So, I am not dreaming or expecting a white
Christmas. Only seen a few in my life time.
I have been behind the snow shovel in below
freezing temperatures, almost frozen toes and
fingers, wind burn and so on.
~~~CcP~~~12-21-2015<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-p3PSTDLPeYg/VnfdvT8liqI/AAAAAAAACPs/n-PDwbRSxoo/s1600/Christmas%2BIlion%2B2015%2B004.JPG" imageanchor="1" ><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-p3PSTDLPeYg/VnfdvT8liqI/AAAAAAAACPs/n-PDwbRSxoo/s320/Christmas%2BIlion%2B2015%2B004.JPG" /></a>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05487356421454490109noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2652063642920459989.post-42986841148272429042015-09-04T02:10:00.001-07:002015-09-04T02:50:44.088-07:00Vacation to Crete, GreeceOnly a forty five minute flight from Athens to Heraklion airport
in Crete. It is a very big island and renting a car is recommended.
We did our sightseeing by bus and a lot of walking. The days are
hot and always windy. When the sun sets the wind will die down a
little and the evening will be warm.
If staying in a hotel be sure to get one with air conditioning.
Most hotels have air conditioning, but is better to be safe than sorry.
The sea in the area where we stayed is very hard to swim in. The
tide comes in very hard and is hard to stand up. You have to swim out
far to get away from the hard waves. Unless you are a good swimmer
I would not go out far. There was no life guard, so you are on your
own.
The night life is nice, plenty of restaurants and coffee shops.
Lots of ice cream shops and grocery stores if you rented a apartment
with a microwave and cooking supplies.
The city offers plenty of tours if you want to see the city or go
further into the island.
I highly recommend Crete for a vacation if you visit Greece for
a vacation.<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-vfL5Fs0HBW0/Velf9nOOaPI/AAAAAAAACPQ/BZ7VCCu0a1A/s1600/Crete%2BAug%2B2015%2B010.JPG" imageanchor="1" ><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-vfL5Fs0HBW0/Velf9nOOaPI/AAAAAAAACPQ/BZ7VCCu0a1A/s320/Crete%2BAug%2B2015%2B010.JPG" /></a>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05487356421454490109noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2652063642920459989.post-50318872924799043202015-08-06T04:24:00.000-07:002015-08-06T05:45:35.541-07:00Going swimmingTook a trip by boat to an island to swim on a hot
Saturday. I am not much into swimming but it is
nice once in awhile.
I'll pass on a few lessons learned. I have been
to several counties in the Far East, Okinawa,
Japan, Malayasia and Vietnam. My point is,Greece
has the hottest sun I have ever been under. You
will fry so- to-speak in about an hour. Lesson
learned: a. Apply <a href="http://dailyburn.com/life/lifestyle/sunscreen-common-mistakes/">sunscreen</a> before you leave
home so it can soak in.
b.Apply another thin layer when you get to the
beach or swimming pool. (do not rub it in like
a massage).
c. Do not stay there all day the beach will be
there tomorrow.
I did part of the above but not correctly, so
here I sit with a nose like the Christmas
reindeer. I am not into selfies, so you have
to take my word for it.
On my few days trip to Rhodes, Greece I missed
my number one bucket list:<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-iZ4S2EUGbDU/VcNDYN66ItI/AAAAAAAACOM/rpkPyg1yarY/s1600/diving%2Bbd%2Brhodes.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-iZ4S2EUGbDU/VcNDYN66ItI/AAAAAAAACOM/rpkPyg1yarY/s200/diving%2Bbd%2Brhodes.jpg" /></a></div>
Well, maybe next time.
Off to another island soon, summer is fast coming to a close.
~~~CcP~~~<a href="http://http://dailyburn.com/life/lifestyle/sunscreen-common-mistakes/"></a>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05487356421454490109noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2652063642920459989.post-53306161608212861182015-07-29T07:58:00.000-07:002015-07-29T07:58:52.002-07:00Summer of 2015It has been awhile since I posted, thought I better get something done. After
a long rainy and cold winter summer finally arrived. A few fires have been in
the mountains already due to hot and dry conditions, and a little lack of
intelligence in people. Have had some very windy days, and it makes it hard
for the fire fighters to get fires under control.
The government has been battling out their budget, and requesting another
loan to help the government stay above water. Poor people seems to always get
the short end of the stick. Seems to be contagious all over the world in these
times. Raising taxes, due to government failures, adds more burdens to
people. I am not much into government business, so I rest my case on that
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July now and very hot 97 degrees F. I stay inside on these kind of days due
to health issues. Almost too hot to even go to the beaches.
It would be so crowded you probably couldn't enjoy yourself. Evening are nice.
We usually take our small dog out when the sun sits for a walk and stop by
a local coffee shop for a cool orange juice or other things good for
staying cool.
It would be nice to have some rains for a few days. The sun is blazing hot
even a 8 am in the morning. It is nice if you are a sun person.
Hope to get to a few more islands before winter time. It is tourist season
and prices are a little high, I just say, "what the heck, you only live once".
But I use some common sense on prices, after all their is still house payments,
bills to pay and need to keep food on the table.
~~~CCP~~ 7-29-2015
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05487356421454490109noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2652063642920459989.post-44268952448532085432015-03-02T10:25:00.003-08:002015-03-02T10:25:58.049-08:00The Peope Of GreeceThey are very fine considerate people, highly religious. Yes you have your
bad apples, but generally the people are caring and courteous.
Lots of poor people, same as other countries I guess.
They dress in fashion and some tradition. Mostly the older generations
dress traditional.
Older retired sit in the parks talking, not knowing the language I can
imagine the discussion, political, high costs of living, unemployment
(about 40 Percent).
They have just elected a new President. He promises to get Greece
back on track. We'll see about that.
Winter got a late start this year, around the middle of December, waiting
for spring and warmer weather. Plenty of activities for the cold adventures.
Skiing, snowballs, etc.
I prefer the beach, warm sun myself.
~~~CcP~~3/3/2015
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05487356421454490109noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2652063642920459989.post-8595368115291745182015-02-21T23:59:00.003-08:002015-02-22T00:17:19.102-08:00CarnivalI have much to learn about Greek customs. This month is Carnival, like the New
Orleans Mardi Gras I guess. The last weekend is full of celebration, lots of
eating, flying kites and basically having a good time. Sunday is cheese day,
(I love cheese, good day for me, Ha!) Monday starts other breads and macaroni,
since fish is not allowed. I don't care for some fishes, tuna is ok, but
the squid, octopus does not appeal to me.
When I was young I loved to fish and catch catfish, it was good then
but as I got older I guess I just lost my appetite for some fishes.
Like I said I have much to learn and the country and customs, I learn
a little at a time.
~~~CcP~~1-22-2015<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-9A7mSYrYM78/VOmQfowtdNI/AAAAAAAACMM/V053TJHJhnc/s1600/Patras-Carnival.jpeg" imageanchor="1" ><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-9A7mSYrYM78/VOmQfowtdNI/AAAAAAAACMM/V053TJHJhnc/s320/Patras-Carnival.jpeg" /></a>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05487356421454490109noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2652063642920459989.post-7950957297469098802015-02-11T02:33:00.004-08:002015-02-22T00:18:05.424-08:00Cold DaysThe first time I have seen so much snow since I moved here.
The last three days I have stayed inside, because it is windy
rain and snow mixed. Temperature 35 degrees. Is not really cold
but best to stay inside unless you need to get out.
One good thing is the snow does not stick on the ground. The
ground is not frozen, so it melts when it hits the ground.
It is pretty to watch.
Be glad to see spring arrive, has been a long wet and cold
winter. Looking forward to going to the sea and visiting
other island this summer.
~~~CcP~~02-11-2015Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05487356421454490109noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2652063642920459989.post-27349301419832826272015-01-26T07:30:00.002-08:002015-01-26T07:32:28.476-08:00Rainy DaysIf you have a problem with rain, Greece could be a little
problem for you in the winter months. Where I come from
rain was welcomed, but not so much as here.
In the US where I come from there are four seasons,
winter, spring, summer and fall. Summer was warm
and that is when we had rain.
Here in Greece rain is mostly in the winter. Seems
funny to me to see lightning and thunder in the
winter. The US thunder and lightning stops in the
winter and snow takes over.
Takes a little while to get use to it here, but is
better than shoveling snow in the winter.
Another problem you might encounter here is if you
have joint problems in your legs or arms. There is
a lot of humidity in the winter and in my case
have some aches and pains in my arms.
Just like anywhere else you have your pros and
cons. Find your destination, whether Greece or
Alaska.
You only live once, make the best of it.
~~~CCP~~~1-26-2015
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05487356421454490109noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2652063642920459989.post-1937737621688165882015-01-12T07:23:00.003-08:002015-01-12T07:43:18.719-08:00Does It Snow In Greece?I wondered that before I moved here from the United States.
Most people, (me included), think it is go to the beach and
lay in the sun all year. WRONG!
So the answer is, yes it does snow in Greece. Now it
also depends on the part of Greece you live in. Up
north like most other places you get into mountains
and snow. Skiing and all the other winter sports
available. South part in more mild, mostly rain in
the winter and low's in mid 30 degrees. You can see
snow in the high mountains on clear days.
I say mild temperatures, but Greek people probably
think different and is really cold to them. But to
me coming from sometimes 10-15 below zero, is very
mild to me.
So if you are looking for a get away from bad winters
you won't find it in Greece until about March.
Summer is beautiful and warm and many places to visit.
So yes, it does snow in Greece.
ccp
1-12-2015
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05487356421454490109noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2652063642920459989.post-19667138903900409692014-05-01T07:01:00.002-07:002014-05-01T07:01:24.989-07:00What Is May Day To You?Hard to believe it is May.<br />seems like only yesterday<br />and a few years past, we<br />were young and naive and<br />not a care in the world.<br /><br />The years creep upon us,<br />our children no longer bounce<br />on our knees, or hold out their<br />hands for balance.<br /><br />May for some is the beginning<br />of summer, the opening and<br />blooming of colorful and <br />breath taking flowers.<br /><br />For others is the planting of<br />crops and praying for a good<br />harvest to feed a hungry nation<br />and family.<br /><br />Others is cloudy memories of<br />years long passed of May and<br />the true meaning of May Day.<br />What is May Day to you? Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05487356421454490109noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2652063642920459989.post-22495878108112790572013-12-02T01:54:00.000-08:002013-12-02T01:54:01.858-08:00WINTER HAS ARRIVED<table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right; margin-left: 1em; text-align: right;"><tbody>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Give It Try (Exercise That Is)</td></tr>
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With the beginning of winter, rain and not so nice of weather I thought it would be<br />
a good idea to join a health club. Now I am not a big over weight person, but since<br />
I have lived here I have neglected my exercise. True, I love to walk, which I do very<br />
often, but the rain, water running down the street, catching a cold, etc. I thought it<br />
best to at least give it a try.<br />
<br />
First off I needed a written statement from my doctor, that my ticker was fine. I<br />
am a senior, and you never know about your health sometimes. My blood test are<br />
fine, so all I needed was a pair of good walking shoes.<br />
<br />
I started with a trainer, which was good because he had the reasons I joined the club.<br />
First I would like to lose a little around the mid section and a little body fat. He explained<br />
all the exercises and showed me the one's that would help me with my goals.<br />
So, it's off to the gym Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 6. Maybe a Saturday after<br />
I get my bones in shape.<br />
<br />
Here is a good point. Invite a friend, family member, sweetheart or anyone to join you<br />
it will help help establish your goals and give you support to push forward and not<br />
give up.<br />
<br />
~~~CcP~~~12-2-2012<br />
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