Whilst the idea of wanting to take time out seemed good at the time, I was now beginning to realise that it would take a lot of planning. It would also mean a few trips to Spain…

I am now on my second trip and have found an unfurnished villa nestled in a valley surrounded by mountains. I have been extremely lucky as I have friends in the area and after many trips to second hand shops, furniture donated by friends I now have a habitable finca.