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Grazie. Katie

Thank you, Ugo. I will pass on the information .

Duece, Thank you for replying. Yes, I would like to get the address and name of the store in Pescara. Brilliant. Grazie MilleKatie

Hello,I usually fly into Rome and drive to Tocco da Casauria. It is about an hour and a bit from Rome headed East . Tocco is about a 20 minute drive to Pescara (also an airport and big train station.) There is an exit off the 80 from Rome to Tocco. Not a lot of the residents place their properties with realtors. Its word of mouth. But having spent 3 months there recently, I know there are places to rent and for sale. I live in old town, the medevial neighborhood. It is amazing. I am not sure when I will come back to LA. I have found peace in Italy. I think I am living my best life. It is much more a right now life than worry. There are large shopping centers near by and a huge hospital in Penne, which is maybe 20 minutes away.When you visit, ask locals. That is how I found my home. I have a beautiful community of people who make me feel welcome and a part of the community. I enjoy life  now. Plus there is an IKEA in Chieti, a short drive, and a huge hardware store like Lowes (Leroy Merlin) near Ikea. Also appliance stores like Media world in the same area. I know there are 2 houses for rent on my street. Both are elevated and have beautiful views. Simplicity is the key in Italy. Every Sunday, a group of us (22) head out to lunch somewhere new and fun. We are planning lunch in Finland in December.  I had to get used to stores closing down at 12:30 till 5 pm. Now, I walk with the dogs or take a nap, or read a book. I explore every day. I am in Philadelphia now working on getting my permanent resident visa. I plan to return within a month. my email is katiedover2@gmail.com. There is a good mixture of ages and people in Tocco. Austrailians, Italians, Finish, British, French. middle aged adults with children, elderly, young 2-30's, It is a great place to live. Local wine, Local cheeses, Artistic people live there by choice. I look forward to meeting you. If I do by some chance visit Los Angeles, I will let you know. Katie

Hello,Living in Tocco da Casauria is wonderful. There is a pharmacy, 3 doctors, a large modern hospital, bank with ATM, bus service, a few groceries, bars and cafe's, 3 bakeries, 2 pizza shops. several amazing restaurants. It is small, so getting to know people is so easy. I walk a lot with my dogs and that is how I meet people I see in the cafe in the mornings. We have 2 butcher shops ( if you like meat). Hardware store DIY and they will loan you tools. Hair salons, clothing, a farmers market every Tuesday. Several bar hang outs that are suitable for all ages. They serve really good food. I have found it to be peaceful and allows me to decompress. I also lived in Los Angeles for 35 years and the grind was difficult to imagine as someone retiring. I always find things to do and people to do them with. I take the bus or train to Pescara when I need a change. Torre di Passeri 3 K away has a train station. There are several B & B's and are relativelly inexpensive. Come visit us. The comune is very welcoming. Lets have a cappuccino and cornette. Katie

So sorry if I offended you, but I want my opinions about italy to be my own. I don't think people who put down a country they chose to live in, and always have something negative to say, should just be quiet. I have lived on this earth long enough to know one thing. Live and experience it for yourself. I found negative people to be royal pains in the arse who are unhappy with their own decisions. Ciao

I moved out of the US this year. I should have done it sooner. I have never been happier. A Few tips, Do not listen to all the negative things some expats who are disillusioned. There always will be nay sayers. Find a place you think meets all your needs. And follow your heart. I live in Abruzzo. Tocco da Casauria. There are numerous properties for sale. I love the people in this town, It has beauty you will see every day. I would not trade it for any other place. 

PS. I tracked my shipment down today. It is being delivered by 8:30 tomorrow morning.  

Thank you for your ideas. I was told by one company that the Android Box was quite useful, and My phone here is with Tim. The Tim Box seems to be an inexpensive option as well. I plan to contact them tomorrow. Thank you.Katie

I did not realize that purchasing on line would take forever. I purchased my refrigerator and it was delivered 2 days after. But I purchased it in the store.  I checked on the shipping status just now, and it says to be delivered July 5, 2018. We shall see. I am unable to communicate by calling the company. I cannot understand what they are saying and there is no option to hear in english. I am trying very hard to learn italian in a hurry. I know I sound like a horrible American. I am not one of those. The TV does have a decoder for both. I do not have a dish, as I do not know what company to hire to install the dish for me. I was going to rely on streaming until I learned that it is not a smart TV. I have been looking into Roku streaming devices for the TV. Are you familiar with those? I do have really good wifi here. It never drops the service. I watch films on my computer and it has no issues with buffering. But I need a larger screen, thats why I bought the TV. Thanks for your info. Katie