Tessa, I'm so out of the loop with you - was overwhelmed with my inbox and just did the massive delete. No disrespect. Now at least I have a chance to keep up with some of my fave writers which includes you.

Excited you took the plunge and moved from Portugal; I know you were contemplating this. Rents seem to be nuts everywhere; my daughter just moved to Paris and is having one helluva time finding a place. They appear very judgemental for one.

I am sending you positive vibes to find suitable accomodation soon. Ireland is a country dear to my heart and I hope their systems support newcomers. I gather your daughter is with you - fantastic!

Keep on keeping on. You have overcome so many obstacles ( that I've read about); this is just another (small) hurdle - I hope.

Best of luck.