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Vale with the Verdes

Two adventurous souls exploring life in the heart of Spain! Join us, the Verdes, as we discover the charm of Galicia and beyond always with a coffee in hand.

Sharing our journey of relocating, and embracing the beauty of simple living.

17/06/2026

Wednesday morning at the A Estrada market... or at least that was the plan. 😆

The photos may suggest we spent the morning at a café, a restaurant, and getting Dan a haircut, but I promise we actually did make it to the market too!

Somehow every trip to the mercadillo turns into a little adventure with extra stops along the way. Good food, good company, a fresh haircut, and a stroll through the market sounds like a successful morning to me.

16/06/2026

One of my favorite Galician traditions is the San Xoán herb bouquet.

On the eve of San Xoán (St. John's Eve), people gather a selection of herbs and flowers believed to bring protection, health, good fortune, and renewal. In many parts of Galicia, the herbs are placed in water collected from seven fountains and left outside overnight under the stars and dew. The next morning, the scented water is used to wash your face, symbolizing purification, good luck, and a fresh start as summer begins.

In this drawing I included estalotes (foxglove), hierba de San Xoán (St. John's wort), malva, fiuncho (fennel), xesta (broom), romero (rosemary), and camomile. Each plant carries its own meaning, but together they represent a beautiful connection between nature, folklore, and community.

What I love most about this tradition is how it blends the natural world with centuries of local culture. It's one of those customs that reminds us to slow down, step outside, and appreciate the plants, stories, and traditions that have been passed from generation to generation.

07/06/2026

I was looking forward to attending Semana Verde again this year!

I’m probably not the person who gets the most out of it. There are horse demonstrations, shows, and all kinds of activities happening throughout the day, bunt under the sun so we skip that part.

But honestly, I’m perfectly happy wandering around visiting the animals.
One of my favorite parts is exploring the different stands from towns and cities across Galicia. I love seeing the photos, learning about local traditions and fiestas, and discovering places I might want to visit in the future.

The vendor area is always worth a stroll too, with local producers and products from around Galicia and Portugal. There’s something special about seeing so much of the region’s culture, food, and traditions gathered in one place.

04/06/2026

These baby swallows have settled into a nest at my neighbor Maricarmen's home!

01/06/2026

Cafesito with mom in A Guarda!

22/05/2026

Hortaliza status: Potatoes, cebollas, ajos, and broccoli are doing great, the flowers are thriving… and the tomatoes are fighting for their lives!!!

21/05/2026

One brand new Spanish driver's license + one incredibly amazing husband = this beautiful new ride! Thank you, Dan! ❤️

21/05/2026

On our way to do something!

20/05/2026

Another reason Dan’s Spanish lessons are going so slowly… is because I turn one single word into a full investigation 😂

Today’s word: encapuchado.

The news said they were looking for “dos encapuchados”… and suddenly we discovered this word can describe:

-Batman, Robin, and superheroes
- medieval executioners
- monks with deep hoods
- people in Semana Santa processions
- protesters covering their faces in the news
- Little Red Riding Hood basically counts too
- mysterious fantasy wizards in cloaks
- skiers all bundled up
- anyone walking a dog in a giant raincoat
- and apparently hoodie-wearing snack thieves at 2 a.m.

Poor Dan just wanted to learn ONE word and got an entire TED Talk instead 🤣

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