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For 2 years I have wanted to winter in Spain. With problems in my last job and serious problems with the RV, it was delayed until this year. I arrived in Spain in November and intend to stay here until the middle of April 2008.
So what I hear you say!
Well, because of serious chest (lung) probs, in the UK I was often pushing myself to the limit with a stroll (stagger) of 50 yards.
All of a sudden, I was able to stroll for 500yds although breathless at the end and had to compose myself before entering the bar
But recently, I have been able to walk double the distance and I do mean walk at a reasonable pace up to 1,000yds. I still can't talk and walk at the same time my ex wife would be very pleased
BUT for those thinking of extended travel or full timing and are nervous because of health issues, give it a try!
What about presciptions: (there is another Health Service Thread)
My Doctor told me that he couldn't give me six months worth of presciptions (ventolin etc. I use 1 Ventolin a week), but he could stretch it to four and a half months. I can live with that. This is with a brand new doctor at my local Surgery in the UK.
Best wishes to all in the UK and elsewhere
Ian
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Strangely enough my auntie and I were talking about well being. I have not had a cough or cold or anything in the last 12 months. Coincidence or otherwise, it is fact!
Russell
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Take me somewhere I can breathe
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recently, I have been able to walk double the distance and I do mean walk at a reasonable pace up to 1,000yds
Ian,
That's just great. There is simply no premium on your health, and spending time in warmer climes is a big factor for some us (who are still aspiring & on countdown....). This is a niiiiccce thread - makes me feel warm just thinking about the blue skies & sunshine.
It's about -160°C here in the shade.
Dougie.
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______________________________________________________________ Never been here before
I´m intrigued, I´m unsure
I´m searching for more
I´ve got something that´s all mine
I´ve got something that´s all mine
Take me somewhere I can breathe
I´ve got so much to see
This is where I want to be
In a place I can call mine
In a place I can call mine
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I too suffer with breathing difficulties (asthma) but find that I can cut down my meds to almost nothing when in Almeria. Chris suffers with arthritis in his knees and he, too, is so much better when we are there.
Off there for a couple of months soon so may see us striding out or cycling gaily along
Pat and Chris together with Gypsy the dog.
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Thats good to hear. Only ever been to Spain in winter once, couple of years ago now, we spent Christmas and new year in Salobrena. Have to say it the weather was very mild and managed 20ish degrees c one day.
We intend soon to buy a small villa in the Var region of France and when the time comes, 20 years or so, live there permanent.
Keep us up-to-date with your progress and have a great Holiday.
Trev.
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my ex wife would be very pleased 
