One virtual Christmas card

Christmasy Card

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Bribery, corruption, and blackmail

Yes, alas, I have to admit that both my other half and myself are guilty.  Everyday, often several times a day, we find ourselves having to use bribes, corruption and blackmail to get things done.  It's our own fault, although I believe my Italian other half may have started us down this … [Read more...]

Tackling lands of confusion

Whilst trying to stand this sausage thing on its feet, I've discovered that it is not all that easy to find the information you need. In Italy, getting the right, well almost, information often means wasting half a day or so in some anonymous public office somewhere, clutching the inevitable … [Read more...]

Still busyish, but managed to find the time to brunch

Well, I managed to pay my taxes. The on-line system finally got itself together and let me make my advance donation to the Italian government. At least I won't have to pay any fine. Now all I need is for someone to get round to paying me. Oh well, such is self-employed life.At least last … [Read more...]

F24 payment woes

I have a tax payment to make, only I cannot make this blasted payment; which can only be made via a home banking system now; because my home banking system is not working properly. This is because just about everyone is trying to make tax payments today, because of today's deadline.  In case you … [Read more...]