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German Railways, Don't You Just Love It.
For those who have a Marklin model railway know that the German rail system is just a grown up version of what is whizzing around the layout in that special room. Never use Hornby in the same breath. Enjoy.

Tow paths of old = cycle paths today
We experienced similar paths when we cycled part of the Danube on our river cruise a few years ago. These were of course original tow paths for the horses or oxen that pulled the engineless barges up river against the current. A great new use for them I modern times as they are relatively flat and close to a scenic river! Also well remember seeing grapes growing on very steep hillsides throughout Germany and wondering how they do the harvest.

Where are the buttercups?
Interesting to read of fields of yellow dandelions what about butter cups? Also wondering about St Bernard dogs lumbering along carrying barrels of brandy attached to their collars?

Rich
Oh to be rich enough to own these boats / ships!!

Swimming at Villefranche-sur-Mer
We had a lovely time driving the zig-zag road down to the beach. What a wonderful swim in the warm, clear Mediterranean waters. The day before we enjoyed a lovely waterfront lunch at Villefranche while exploring the area by train along the coast when we also stopped at Monaco and Nice.

Uncle Bob's origins
Question from Tim for you.....what is the origin of the expression "Bob's your uncle"?

Great writing
A particularly descriptive blog today thank you- gave us quite vivid mental pictures on top of some great photos of your day in Seville.

Wonderful blog!
I have finally discovered your blog, and am impressed by the dialogue and photos! I hope you got to visit some of the port 'vintners' in Porto - the white port is to die for!!! I am re-reading Carol Drinkwater's "The Olive Tree" where she travels around the Med seeking the oldest trees and the history. First third or more of the book is about Spain, and is very interesting as she travels along and covers a lot of historical facts etc as well as her travel experiences. Take care, and enjoy the journey. Hope the weather improves. You will love the Moorish Alhambra Palace just out of Grenada!!!

Would the flu shot have helped?
Had my annual flu shot about the time your whole flu drama started and wondered if it would have helped the travellers.....they do try to get the best mix of strains after following the northern hemisphere flu season south. Hope you are both feeling much better and keep a watch out for potential relapses.

Porto
Shame about Porto I thought was lovely- especially the port tasting -maybe that would have helped the recovery

Get well soon...
I can empathize having just got over a bad cold after three weeks. However, being sick on holiday makes it worse. I hope you find the warm temperatures soon.