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EbroRose November 22nd, 2007

Absolutely brand new and still in the box! It is unbelievable that it is for sale at 95 Euros.

This is just so ideal for use on “fincas” without electricity. A power source that will give some peace and quiet. You can stop running the generator at night. (Only the dogs snoring to keep you awake.)

This marvellous Power Invertor will power most necessary appliances, Television, Satellite receiver, computer, lights, CD & DVD player and so much more, (unfortunately not washing machines, cookers and electric fires. )

This brand new 1100 watt, 2000 watt surge, 12vds to 230vac invertor is a real bargain at only 95 euros.

If you are “only a woman” like me and trying to fathom out how these work, I have been reliably informed that they will run off 12v battery ( not included ). But it is preferable to use a deep cycle battery. These are usually called a leisure battery which are normally supplied with caravans, boats or motorhomes. This type will tolerate being discharged more than a car start battery, and one of at least 100 ampair hour capacity.

These units are new, boxed and never used.

Though the batteries are not included, these leisure batteries can be charged from solar panels, wind generators, diesel or petrol generators during the day.

Call soon and then sleep more peacefully. Two already sold and four are still available. More can be obtained for the discerning buyer. This is one product a “finca” owner will not regret buying in Catalonia!

Stuart Sharples of “Finca Avellana”. Tortosa. Spain

(0034) 977 059 254

Please remember to quote as seen advertised by www.BrighterSpain.com who is the Voice of the Ebro and your feet on the streets.

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EbroRose November 14th, 2007

Have you anything you want transporting back to England on Monday 19th November 2007?  (There may be a levy if it is your “mother-in-law”…)

You may have borrowed some equipment from your old neighbour back in the UK who is requesting its prompt return ?

Maybe grandma is going to be surprised with a huge object for Christmas – but how do we get it back? Whose idea was it anyway to agree to send her that big terracotta pot – she only grows minature pansies?

Gentleman Peter is very helpful and reliable and travelling back to Cheshire in the UK with an empty trailer. Living on the outskirts of Tortosa, he will consider anything that fits (and does not need feeding!) and within the total weight restriction. You are assured Peter will quote at a very reasonable rate. The Lower Ebro Valley pickup area is suitable. However, if you are outside this catchment area still give him a call.

The trailer is covered and secure. Contact him straight away!

Peter  (0034) 697 869 206

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EbroRose November 9th, 2007

Brighter Catalonia may have warmer and dryer winters than that of northern, western and eastern Europe, but we are not exempt from flu viruses. The health service in Catalonia very effectively practices preventive medicine. Thus, the publications of their informative bulletins are for the benefit of all nationalities.

Their are certain vulnerable sectors which they emphasize should be vaccinated against these ´flu bugs. Namely:

# diabetics

# 60 years or older

# Those with chronic metabolic ailments

# Heart disease

# Chronic lung disorders and asthma sufferers

# Or in contact with people of high risk e.g cystic fibrosis children

Cat Salut started vaccinating on the 1st October but continue on until the end of November. So please don´t leave it too late. If you are not sure whether you or a member of your family should have one, then pop into your local Health Centre and ask the nurse or your doctor. But you will have to make an appointment for the actual vaccination with the nurse.

The old adage is prevalent here – prevention is better than cure !

La grip vacuneu -Vos al vostre centre de Salut. Us podeu vacunar des de l´1 de octubre fins al 30 de novembre de 2007.

# Tenieu 60 anys o mes.

# Patiu malalties croniques

# Sou infants o adolescents que heu estat tractas durant un temps prolongat amb acid acetil solailic

# Esteu embarassada

# Conviu o esteu en contacte amb persones malalties de risc

www.gencat.cat/salut

Remember, when your grandma kept harping on at you to eat more fruit – “An apple a day keeps the doctor away!” Sure, fruit is good for you, but it won´t work on its own. So please don´t skip on the ´flu jab.

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EbroRose November 9th, 2007

Are you English speaking and having problems in communicating with the Spanish?

Are you Spanish trying to communicate with the English ?

Whether your communication issue is written or spoken help is now at hand.

Chris Garton is right here in the Lower Ebro Valley to make your life easier by eradicating your English or Spanish dilemmas, for a nominal fee of 15 euros per hour.

A sample of the translation service available to assist you with your everyday matters are:-

# Purchasing Property

# Contract / Letter Reading

# Utilities contracts

# Doctor Registration

# Cat Salut / Social Securty

# General Purchases

# And much, much more.

Your needs may not be listed here. Do not worry! Just give Chris Garton a call. He is an extremely well-spoken, polite, and affable man. He is presentable, friendly and helpful, but extremely discreet. He respects your privacy and guarantees confidentiality.

For more information please telephone :-

                          Chris Garton       (0034) 677 314 228

This is definitely one telephone number to have in your mobile phone address book! You never know when you will need him.

We recommend Chris Garton here at www.BrighterSpain.com 

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EbroRose November 1st, 2007

Summer is over and we have recovered from the onslaught of visitors. The weather is still fine and those much needed jobs can still be done before Christmas.

The dip pool was fine this summer, but how much better to have a larger pool dug out for you? Help is at hand. We know just the man!

Maybe you wish to have a trench dug for hidden water pipes or electric cables, but your land is so rocky. No problem – Peter has the equipment to cope with this.

Maybe you just have restricted access to your newly acquired dream property and the builders´ wagons can´t get up the slope or around the tight corners. This affable guy comes along with his dumper and is able to move all of this for you.

Did your property flood by the river this year? Would you like an earth flood bank building ? Now is the time to consider remedying the situation before the next heavy rains descend on the Lower Ebro Valley.

These are but to name just a few of the variable tasks he can undertake for you with his variety of equipment. You do not have to wipe the sweat off your brow as you come to terms with driving these machineries, because you don´t. The man comes with his equipment and he is experienced – you just stand back and watch, or get on with some other chores.

Peter offers very competitive prices and comes highly recommended throughout the Lower Ebro Region. Call him on 0034 697 869 206

Remember: No job too small! Mini digger – dumper- breaker for hire with Peter the driver

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EbroRose November 1st, 2007

Olive picking over for the day – my aching knees sigh with relief. I sit for awhile outside our water well pump house, waiting for our water cisterne (tank) to fill up.It is still warm here with 20 degrees and it is only 4 o´clock, but that sneaky wind is drifting in. I could doze off here and my eyes trail the colours of the vines, rose hips, ivy, berries and autumn foliage are an array of ochre, vermilion’s -some are even tinged with a rusty brown and somewhat crinkly effect.

At least I know we can still get out and about this weekend and have a break from the “finca´s” chores and toils . There is another Sunday morning”car boot sale” at Casa Madera@Terrapico on the outskirts of Tortosa, Raval de Christ and Roquetes – just follow the signs or exact directions are at the bottom of this article.

I went along to the previous one and found it wonderful to meet the jovial Brian Parkin (Parky) character and to discover it is a social hub for meeting old friends and new faces – even to make two new business contacts.

Christmas and the Feast of the Three Kings ( Tres Rei ) will soon be upon us, and you just never know who will be trying out their hands at their very first Car Boot Sale. So it is looking promising that there will be a variety of goodies available. Everyone can roll up after 10.00am and claim their “pitch”, bring all your own stall items to display your objects – up turned buckets or dog cages will suffice.

But do speak to your friends and neighbours, not just the English, to see what you can unearth to sell. It can be fresh, it can be preserved, it can be baked or bottled, if you so wish. This is a place for Teenagers to start their bartering and entrepreneur skills themselves – so why don´t you mum and dad encourage them to “sort out” their bedroom clutter and out grown clothes and toys, or music long since moved on to hip hop – bling and bright is beautiful. So come on down you kids.

I keep hearing about these Expats that have been taking up new crafting skills since relocating here.So lets see them. Where are these delightful card makers? Us Expats can never find enough greeting cards to send abroad. There is always something special about buying a well-made, homemade card, rather than a shop bought one. I have heard on the grapevine that there is a certain, lovely lady in Xerta that makes such wonderful cards and dos baby knitting as well. So if anyone knows who she is please invite her along or ask her to contact me at www.BrighterSpain.com

At local fiestas through the summers I have past by and seen many local Catalan artists exhibiting their artwork. If you know of anyone please ask invite them along. They will make wonderful presents for friends and family back home.

There will be drinks and refreshments on sale by the Brian Parkins´ crew.

Entrance fee is the normal 5euros for the car seller – free to shoppers. Look forward to seeing you all there.

Directions:

Travelling south on the C12 from Terra Alta, Mora Nova, Benifallet, Xerta or Aldover towards Tortesa.continue on past the Jesus turn-off and Sabeco Supermarket to the Hotel Corona Roundabout. Carry on straight ahead south to the next roundabout (Llums) and continue on straight ahead. At the next roundabout (bottom of “new bridge” ) which gives you directions to Amposta, AP7 and el Rival de Cristo, bear Right to el Rival de Cristo.Stay on this road through the village, going uphill, to a small roundabout at the top of the village. Here signs will indicate Mas de Barbarans and Roquetes. Bear right towards Roquetes and take the first Left turn opposite the Cemetary. This is Cami de Terrapico.From here just follow the signs for the “Casa Madera Car Boot Sale” which will be well sign-posted.

Casa Madera – Terrapico el Raval de Cristo – Tortosa -Car Boot Sale – Brian Parkin on (0034) 660 990 422.

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