Why do I remain in my homeland...?

People often ask why don't I leave this country, when most of my friends have already gone to work in France, Luxembourg, Switzerland, Germany, UK, Norway... to earn more money and improve their lives.

Well, the main reason is the Weather.

I never feel well during the Winter. I can't stand it.

No, I don't mind going on vacation and catch a bit of bad weather, but to be forced to live under those conditions 24/7... that's a whole different story. I feel like I'm functioning at 65% of my capacities, when the weather is cold, murky and rainy.

As soon as the sun starts shining, it seems that some untapped energy is released inside of me. I become sharper, faster and more efficient in every aspect of my life, including working productivity.

This little country by the sea (Portugal) has an average of 220 sunny days per year. It's hard to beat that, at least in the more developed countries of Europe.

And I simply love the beaches around here.

Just look at this scenery:

What would happen if I took a job... in the UK, for instance? A land where the sun hardly ever shines? I would quickly become depressed and unable to do my job properly. In the end, instead of ending with a better salary, I'd probably be fired for being unproductive. Then I'd stay home, unemployed... and even more depressed. I would turn into a sad potato couch.

That's why I say: Move elsewhere? No, thanks. This is my land. This is where I feel the best. Find me a better place or leave me be. :-D

PS: All of these photos were taken on the last days of September and the last one is from early October. Admit it, you thought they were taken in the Summer, didn't you? Now you know what I mean! :-)

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Camera	Microsoft Lumia 950 XL
Location	Labruge & Vila Chã, Vila do Conde - Portugal