Pat and Jan on the potager

Getting ready to go?

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October 1st 2007
We're getting ready to go to France next week, Malcolm and I, to our house in Laroque d'Olmes. Lots to do, and not feeling as enthusiastic as we thought we would. We've been looking forward to this moment for more than 3 years when we first bought the house, but now we're not quite so sure.....I think it's the thought of missing all our friends, and more particularly our 2 year old twin grandson ... read more

Europe » France » Midi-Pyrénées

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Although ultimately a victor in World Wars I and II, France suffered extensive losses in its empire, wealth, manpower, and rank as a dominant nation-state. Nevertheless, France today is one of the most modern countries in the world and is a leader am... ... read more