another stroll in the old town

It was a quiet afternoon. Walking through the old part of Limassol admiring the beauty and seeing all the potential. Our route included an old industrial area with some restored buildings like that fancy furnishing warehouse.

We also passed a mosque, many decaying houses, fancy restaurants and quirky boutiques. For a moment drooled outside a jazz club about to open for the evening. One day we should organize a baby sitter so me and husband can pay a visit there.

where the water is turquoise

We drove to Ayia Napa to meet up with some vacationing friends from Stockholm. We mostly chilled out with them (as much as we could chasing our curious 2 year old) around their hotel area, on the east side. The kids had this years first dip in the turquoise sea. The interesting nature in this region seems somehow made for dryer climate, in full bloom this season however.

what I like to rest my eyes on

1. Neighbour's olive tree is a nice view.
2. Lavender for the lovely scent and to scare stray cats away.
3. A tiny fig tree for my love to figs.
4. We have some herb plats; basil, thyme and oregano. Looking for one more, perhaps coriander.
5. Souvlaki's rotating rythmically on the motor grill. Such cuties.
6. Cloudy sunset on Kourion beach.
I'm almost finished knitting a skirt that I will show you soon.

at the farmers market a month ago

Sometimes we go to a nearby farmers market. It isn't always cheaper than on the supermarket and the quality is varying. But it's fun strolling around. We look at the seasonal products and chit chat with with the farmers. A good opportunity to practice some Greek.

It's easy to grab the iPhone camera and frankly not half as intimidating in public places as my Canon EOS 450D. But I really miss the better quality pictures and seriously consider bringing it with me more frequently.

The Cardigan

I think this time I've knit the most useful cardigan. It's in a basic colour, it's warm and soft. But what I love the most about it are the exaggerately long fronts; a funky twist on a classic design. Just my style. For more project detail read here.




I haven't used that necklace above too much. My daugther has a matching one. Perhaps I should, it is quite fun actually. They're from Kristina Klarin's mama & daugther collection. And I saw there's a similar collection in her shop currently called mama & baby, or something similar.

Head over to see the art collection Alkahest by Jonathan Saiz's, via butdoesitfloat.

what the sea had left behind

On the last day of the kids Easter holiday we put sun lotion and hats on everyone and went to Lady's Miles to see what the sea had washed up the beach.

We found lovely traces of sea life. The beach was practically covered with sea shells. There where starfishes, sea snails, sea urchins and remains of seaweed.

Anthea collected a bucket full of sea shells, while Leo was mostly interested in the rare finds of the beach. Eddie was simply happy playing in the infinite sandbox.

I've been knitting on a cardigan that is soon off the needles. Just in time to stuff it in the winter clothes storage boxes.

Relaxing, while we could

When it's vacation and the air is a little warmer (and the smallest is asleep in his stroller) it's awesome with a relaxing lunch outdoors.

At the nicely renovated carob mill's restaurant's we had a glossy view over Limassol castle. And with plenty of space for playing around the castle the parents can chit chat just a few more minutes.

Vacation time

A fabulous timing when friends from Sweden needed a break right when we're enjoying a two week Easter holiday. We saw Kolossi and the old crusader castle there.

The Kolossi castle wasn't particularly crowded. A good thing, I guess, about sight seeing off season. The castle was also popular among our kids. Perhaps mostly because of the yard where they played some secret games.

If you visit Kolossi Castle, remember to keep an eye on the steps indoors as most of the stairs aren't that well protected.





At a nearby church some of us lit a few candles for our late greek/cypriot grandma and grandpa's. It had some fascinating old paintings on the walls and the roof.

While wandering around the area I was reminded about a nearby house we had been considering while house hunting. Being a city girl I'm happy though we ended up in the middle of Limassol town.

forty-three

It's not a joke. My hero has turned 43.

morning at the local farmers market

First Eddie renamed himself Effie, and today he changed mama's name to Maffie. Effie and Maffie, that sounds like a waterproof team don't you think?

Today is the first day this year when it's warmer ourdoors than indoors. It's true Cyprus weather, and I remember why we moved here in the first place. In the morning we went to the local farmers market for some potatoes, Cypriot bananas and halloumi.

We had some coffe in the café area but when leaving we where stopped by this strange old man who asked us to sit by his table for a coffe. He introduced himself as mayor of Limassol and Paphos and let us know how important he is. Even his three sons's godfathers where all expresidents of Cyprus.

He gave us fruits and flaounas and wanted to know all about us and assured he could help us with any matters we would encounter. And he wanted to invite us for a lunch. Well, there's nothing like a free lunch. And I think we will skip this one. How was your day?