ASDA!

From a new life in spain, to an old life in britain, 'roaming brit' documents uncertain times!

On 31st January 2016, my partner and I left Southampton to start a new life as Expats in Gran Alacant, on the Costa Blanca. This blog will document our journey, as we navigate the Spanish system, travelling a path untried and untested. With Brexit looming, political turmoil in Europe, and an unpredictable future, harsh decisions must be made. Illness, family bonds, and a Change of heart all make for challenging times in the life of a 'Roaming Brit!'

ASDA!

30/5/2018

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Sat with my Cousin Ruby watching 'Britain's Got Talent' yesterday evening, which is unusual in itself. It's been a long time since I've sat and relaxed in a homely environment with family and I actually quite liked it. Ruby my second Cousin has turned into a lovely young lady. I learnt about 'Clarabella,' who I had never heard of before and all the things Ruby wants to buy, as well as 'Barbie Preparation Salon,' Don't ask! It was however nice sat chatting with Rubes, who just happens to be a joy to be around. I have missed this kind of contact!

This morning I was up bright an early; a trip to ASDA was on the cards. This was the first time in a British supermarket for nearly three years; oh how I have missed ASDA! Looking around the shop I was struck by how much cheaper things are in the UK and there was me thinking Spain was better value...I reckon I have just been out of this country too long and have forgotten just how much things cost. In general the supermarket shopping experience is far superior here...That's just the British in me coming out...Would I come back to the UK for the supermarkets alone...Well you just never know!

Walking around ASDA with a camera phone taking photo's of bread and other food staples must have seemed rather odd, but for me I felt like a kid in a sweet shop again. There are many aspects of home that I miss and this just happens to be one of them. On the down side however, as a nation, we don't exactly buy the best quality, healthiest food. Compared to Spain, our eating habits are terrible. Spain has taught me the importance of shopping wisely, within my means and and as local as I can!

Some boring photographs of bread, yes bread. Firstly I wanted to take a photo of Darrell's favourite Hovis loaf from the UK, which to his absolute horror you can't buy in Spain. Maybe I just want to make him a bit jealous. Secondly, look at the price; Spanish friends....55p a loaf, that is cheap. I have heard so many horror stories about the cost of things in the UK, but I haven't seen it myself. I have been amazed by how cheap things are!

This afternoon I've had some quality family time, with a house full of Cousins. I should have finished this blog entry hours ago, but for the number of people in and out of my Aunty Trisha's. All good though, I quite like having people about. I did manage to cook us all a Hungarian Goulash and am currently sat down watching 'Ru Paul's Drag Race' on Netflix with my little Cousin Ruby. Early night tonight, as I have to be in Southampton tomorrow morning! Have a good evening y'all!