Category Archives: France

20,000 Camels

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Hi, it’s Mike. Jean did a nice take on the ‘quick and dirty’ leading up to our trip to Barcelona. Let me add a couple other thoughts…. Tom gave away all of his pocket money to the buskers and street … Continue reading

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The Aix-Files

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  Oh, Aix-en-Provence, you saucy minx.   I had such high hopes for you.   You are so very fetching, bursting with cafés and markets and shopping and captivating fountains.   Le Cours Mirabeau and Cézanne and sunflowers and all those ubiquitous … Continue reading

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The unexpected in southern France

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Last night we thought our building might blow down. The thunder and lightning show was incredible waking us in the night.  Heavy rain and powerful winds rattling our windows.  Tom came in to watch the fury from the sky.  Fortunately, … Continue reading

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Normandy

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We’re in Aix now, but it’s Sunday and almost everything’s closed.   It’s a day for laundry and schoolwork and getting this old blog-thing-y up to date. We’re having lots of fun in Aix, but I’d feel remiss if I … Continue reading

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Hello from Henry

Hi it’s Henry, I’m right now in Aix-En Provence. There are so many differences here than in Vancouver like the one that I dislike the most there aren’t a lot of dogs 🙁 , and if you do see a … Continue reading

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Slowing down en Provence

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Hi, it’s Mike. Jean has done such a nice job with her posts that it feels like there’s not much need for me to add. Not only is she a great writer, but she also has a strong commitment to update and a stay-up-late … Continue reading

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Oooh la la, Paris!

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But first, more Cornwall.  Because, clearly, I really am cuckoo for Cornwall. On our hike to Kynance Cove, we met up with a nice couple from Manchester.   They loved watching the kids and reminiscing about their own three boys, now … Continue reading

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