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Constance Houck

@ConstanceHouck

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American expat in Portugal

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American

Lives in Lagos

Speaks English...going to Portugese class at the escola 3 nights a week, I am awful

Registration: 18 November 2010

When I sold everything and left the U.S.A. I wanted to change myself. A life in a new country, climate and culture. Starting eating local food in season, throw off the 2 car garage pool lifestyle that was slowly killing me. After looking at all the E.U. countries, Portugal seemed to be the best fit, so far it is just the right size. Diagnosed bipolar a year before I left the States was a revelation I always knew I was different. Anywhere I am is a challenge. Here in Portugal I have been at my best and my worst. I don鈥檛 have my close friendships of many years, but having access to good medical care at low cost is a revelation after the high costs of healthcare, mental health care in particular that was not helping me much in the States. The fresh local food that is easily available at low cost means I eat fresh fish, fruit and vegetables daily. The diabetes that traveled over with me and some 80 extra pounds have disappeared, my move to Portugal has saved my life. Together with The Citizen (aka Kevin 12 String), my best friend, lover and fellow adventurer, we have headed south for more sun and beaches to Lagos, on the southern coast. Now with a two kittens and my new therapist, we are still discovering new ways of living. The citizen has a talent for growing tomatoes and I still try to learn Portuguese. Each week there is another beach we can get to on the bus that stops right by our casa. Will I be here for the rest of my life? I believe that life happens when you stop making plans. I鈥檒l let you know. Bejinhos and Travel Well

Interests: reading, arning portuguese, writing, exploring

May 1955 - Aug 2010

May 1955 - Aug 2010

Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, Portugal

Florida girl, not giving my age. I have lived in Portland, Oregon. Traveled for work and spent about 3 months a year in Asia and spent the last five years in Melbourne, Fl...where Kelly Slater is from.
Same as here, but other things also.
I love the ocean.
Oh, gosh. It's not the place, it's just gotten so scary in the U.S. So much bad news, so many people hating each other. Bad food, bad air, bad water. Then, the BP oil spill, boy everyone was on top of that one, right? Nao calma...

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12 years ago

Porto vs Lagos, I'm stuck in a hard decision.. by ejinkayleekim

Hello everyone, I'm Kaylee. I will go to Portugal this summer and stay there at least for 5 months. The main purpose is to learn and practice Portuguese, get to know Portugal culture, and etc. I've applied a job in Porto and Lagos, both said to ...

I would say Oporto. I live in Lagos and it is very English speaking, very touristy and not as friendly as northern Portugal. I adore Lagos, but I am from south Florida and need the ocean like I need air. My first three years were spent in a ... Read More

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12 years ago

Moving to Portugal soon! by Federico87

Hi there! I'm an italian expat and I have been living in the Middle East for the past couple of years. My job is now taking me to Portugal and more in particular in Cascais. So.... I am looking for useful information on all the aspects of daily ...

You will LOVE it! - olx.pt is a great web site looking for rentals anywhere in Portugal. I've found 2 great apartments through it. It's very easy to use. Read More

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12 years ago

Would love to move to Lisbon, Were to start ? by dorian7813

Hi, Me and my wife would love to move to Lisbon, but not so sure where to start this process. We currently live In Canada, We are Portuguese. I speak perfect Portuguese but my spelling is not so great and I do have my Portuguese passport. My wife, ...

Why Lisbon? Moved to Portugal over 3 years ago, first to a small village near Obidos now have relocated to Lagos. I am American, my partner is British but has lived in America for over 25 years. I would explore outside of Lisbon, Portugal is not ... Read More

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13 years ago

Hi Everyone! Im new in Algarve, I need friends by mynameisdomino

Hi Everyone!:) Ive recently moved permanently from Durban in South Africa to Albufeira in Algarve. Im nice,and friendly :D and need to make new friends here, both local and ex-pats. Im 49 years and have 2 children ages 11 and 12 and a musical ...

Ola, I just got here from almost 3 years in the middle of Portugal in a tiny coastal village called Salir do Porto. When our only live music bar closed until summer after being open 25 years we knew it was time to split. I write ... Read More

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15 years ago

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Will I be in trouble??? by gypsy artist

Hi there...I have been in Portugal since August, (ticket was booked for 6 weeks, all lawfully, visa'ed and the rest( and then I fell in love with the country and its people. I have extended my visa once already, for the maximum of 90 days (which ...

Oh! I am in the same boat! Should be leaving Wed, but my attorney has pulled some magic out of his bachalau. My domestic partner is a Brit and has gotten his residency and we are both on the lease. So there are some loops in the vast mounds of ... Read More

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15 years ago

LOOKING FOR AMERICANS WHO PLAN TO RENOVATE THEIR HOME IN PORTUGAL !! by Reno International

Hi, I'm wondering if anyone can help me out... I work at Lion TV- a production company based out of NYC. We are currently casting for a new TV show which will feature and American family/ couple that recently relocated to another Portugal. The show ...

How about this...a progressive couple leave the U.S. and find the perfect apt. in the small city of Caldas da Rainha, Portugal. Follow them as these two new immigrants find their way home blog: con-toons.com Constance constance@con-toons.com Read More

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15 years ago

Sweet Potato Recipes by pigletinportugal

Hi I am lookinfg for some inspiration...well specifically some decent sweet potato recipes. Please can anyone help? Cheers Piglet :)

Hello, Here is one I got from allrecipes.com. Been using that site for inspiration for quite a few years. This receipe has 5 stars and looks like the real thing, this is coming from an Americana who was raised in South Florida. I have eated ... Read More