The Seaside Gazette’s American column (Americana) for American expats living on the Costa Tropical, which is written by Dave Nichols who reports from Arizona.
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English as She is Spoke
by Dave Nichols •
As I was saying, about this whole American/English thing – after 30 years or so living in the USA, I think I qualify as bi-lingual. However, after a 10-year absence, I’m finding that some of the linguistic tendencies of my American cousins strike my ear in a peculiar way. To quote Professor ‘Enry ‘Iggins from that great Musical, My Fair Lady, it amounts to, ‘The cold-blooded murder of the English tongue.’
Americana – February
by Editor •
Greetings from Tucson, where politicians no longer tread the streets for fear of being shot in the head. Now, while some might have their own personal list of candidates for this particular fate, you have to agree it really is not the right way to go about things.
Romeria Salobreña
by Editor •
Recession? What recession? Say what you will, our Spanish neighbours do love a Parade! Still more, they simply cannot resist una fiesta!. And so it was on the first Sunday in October – la fiesta de la Virgen de los Rosarios – the celebration of the feast of “The Virgin of the Rosary”. And to…
The States Beckons
by Dave Nichols •
Well, now, speaking of living here – some, many or fewer of you will have heard that Arlene (aka SWMBO) and I are moving back to the good ol’ US of A. ‘Tis true, I regret to tell you.
Elections Looming
by Dave Nichols •
Oh, goody, another segue. You can tell that elections are looming large in the minds of all our worthy local leaders. We’re not yet at the stage where those annoying cars with Tannoy speakers are cruising the town, disturbing one’s lunch, but the positioning has definitely started
ICSalobrena Autumn Programme
by Dave Nichols •
The International Club now has its autumn/winter programme in full swing, including outings to various places of interest, get-togethers, including a Curry Lunch at the home of Mike & Jenny Comley (if you haven’t tasted their cooking, you’re in for a treat) in aid of charity, and a Christmas Party early in December. Check out…
Goodbye Summer
by Dave Nichols •
As I write this, in mid – September, all one can really say is, “Phew.” The August heat has gone, most of the Tourists, ditto, and we can get back to life as we planned to live it when we came here!
Eco Rastro News
by Dave Nichols •
As we get back to normal, by the time you read this, the next Eco Rastro (told you I’d carry on calling it that) will have been held, in El Parque de la Fuente, on October 2nd (not on the online edition, mind).
New Police Station Inaugurated
by Dave Nichols •
Even more exciting news (it’s a sloooow news month!). Your Local Police Department has now moved to new, larger premises. Oh, yes! In a much-heralded event…