I could well have called this Top Specimen? I have one that I was gifted but it’s now looking a shadow of its former self. I have high hopes for mine’s recovery, one of these days, but if it ever looks like this I’ll be thrilled. Meanwhile, in Praca Dr. António Padinha in Tavira, there is a wonderful old building. Yes, it’s one of many that need renovation, but if you have a few pennies to spare? Top project! The location is perfect.
restlessjo 
In my dreams….a true renovator’s delight! Have a good day, Mel
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As someone once said, you’d need deep pockets, Lorelle 🙂 🙂
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Both beauties, Jo. I was so focused on the building that I had to re-read your comments to realize you were focused on the poinsettias. 🙂
janet
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I had despaired of my poinsettia, Janet. It was a sorrowful creature standing in a corner, but I’m so happy to see it throwing out a few fresh green shoots. The building…. well, it’s been that way for a long time. One day, maybe 🙂 🙂
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Definitely what an estate agent would call “potential”!
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Heaps! 🙂 🙂
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very promising, Jo. and it must have a rich history, too. the poinsettias are gorgeous! stay well dear friend! 🥰
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I keep meaning to research some of the old houses here because there are some beauties! Why do I never have enough time? 🙄💕
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Your next project, Jo?
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I’ll need your help, Sue 🤣🤣
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Must have been amazing in its glorious days!
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I would think so. Before my time 🙄💕
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Hey Jo, that’s looks a perfect location! Thank yo for sharing! 🙂
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It’ll be a palace if it ever gets renovated, Nanchi ☺️💕
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Wow. Perfect composition and the big splash of red is gorgeous❣️ There’s so much see in this photo and way beyond, it must once have been a magnificent place to live. Hope you are well and that your 🌺 plant may recover soon. Coping well with your new laptop 👩💻? Hugs 🤗🌱🎈
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Don’t have a new laptop, Dina. Resisting that challenge so far, but I do confuse people by replying on my phone sometimes 🤣. This is one of the nicest squares in Tavira and I think the house must have had a very grand past. Thanks for your kind words and lovely company darlin 💕
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So much potential!
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Need a big family or a lot of friends 🤔💕
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Hi Jo. Howdy?
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Good thanks! And you? 🤗💕
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Doing good Jo. Thanks!
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Doors and balconies, a classic combination!
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Would make a palatial home for the Petchers and guests 🤣💕
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Tempted!
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That looks like a haunted house… Let’s get in!
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Scare the ghosts away? 🤣💕
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With some TLC and many many pennies for sure 😉
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Been saving up but nowhere near 🤣🤣
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I reckon if we combined our savings, it still wouldn’t be enough 😂
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I’ll have mine with glass please Jo 🙂
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Well, it’s warm today. Free airflow is nice, Brian 😋💕
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Yes, quite warm here too Jo. Have shut the house to trap that warmth as the nights are quite chilly 🙂
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woooww wonderfull ….
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One of my favourite squares in Tavira 🤗💕
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a place that looks beautiful ..
with a amazing architectural style. 😍😍
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There are lots of beautiful old houses here. Some in better condition than others 🙂 🙂 Thanks for your visit.
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So many wonderful but run-down buildings in Spain and Portugal. After the pandemic, getting funds together to restore them will be even lower on the list 😦
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That’s very true. This one has been unloved for quite a while, but on the riverside there are a couple almost complete. 🤗💕
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Let’s hope they manage the final few steps.
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wouldn’t it be amazing to have the pennies to restore this one
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I haven’t got enough friends to fill it, but, yes… 🙂 🙂
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I’m not really attracted to run down buildings but this one still looks beautiful – I hope any eventual renovation is done sympathetically. The flower looks good too 🙂
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It would make a fabulous hotel, Eunice. Too big for a family home! I guess it’ll end up as apartments but will need a big pot full of money 🙂 🙂
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I like the composition with the flower in the foreground and the building / room in the background.
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Thanks, Rabirius! Always good to have you here 🙂 🙂
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And I’m guessing there is a lovely view from those doors too. A bit of TLC and this building would be amazing.
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Yes, onto one of the nicest suares in Tavira. Not actually suare but triangular 🙂 🙂 You know which letter is missing from my keyboard. Too lazy to cut and paste this morning 🙂 🙂
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The missing letter, funny, who would’ve thought 🤓 Here’s to the plant living.
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It’s just putting out a few green shoots so there’s hope, Suzanne 🙂 🙂 Usually I do cut and paste but it can be tiresome. But so will be learning to drive a new laptop!
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You’ll manage Jo. Just think of it as an interesting challenge 🙂
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Oh dear! 🙂
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