Category Archives: Life in Umbria

April 6, 2012

the reckless Easter sprint

My right eye has been twitching quite often recently. It’s a sign of stress. I have been running out of time. In most countries of the world, if they tell you have 9 months for renovating a roof, you think … Continue reading →

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December 7, 2011

gifts

This year I have already had my Christmas gift. Within a couple of days of posting the picture of olive harvest, our very small production of olive oil was practically sold out. Please believe me, I did not make a … Continue reading →

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September 16, 2011

if only she knew….

Weeks ago I received an email from a woman stating the following: “we considered staying at your B&B for our holidays but we have read on your blog that you are planning to renovate the new part of the house … Continue reading →

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May 3, 2011

it’s finally my turn: I own a castle and I will even have an office

Today it’s a turning point in my life. I have been waiting for this since 26 December 1996. On that day Ruurd, my husband, and I walked to the top of our beautiful hill in the snow. Here we fell … Continue reading →

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April 28, 2011

an enchanted house: Palazzo Bourbon di Sorbello in Perugia

I’ve always had a fascination for old houses. When I was a child the Umbrian countryside was full of abandoned houses, castles, hamlets. Now they have all been renovated into anything from humble agriturismo to fancy spa retreats. My parents … Continue reading →

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