Friday, December 10/2010

Unpacking and then a quick trip for more provisions. Not only Carrefour but also Smart and Elomas discount stores and Prinos greengrocers. All quite short walks, which will be handy. Unpacking always full of happy surprises as we find forgotten books or Christmas decorations - and in this case a bottle of Cabernet Sauvignon and three bottles of Cypriot brandy. J had wondered why the stored box was so heavy!

Terrific thunderstorm with much needed rain, but we are cosy inside with spaghetti sauce simmering. Discover that the rain has brought a ceiling link - downside to top floor living - but staff very concerned and we borrow a wash tub to catch the drips.

J comments on the appropriateness of the Greek name for bank - prominently posted on the many banks we pass - "trapeza."