View from the Eiffel Tower

Fun in France

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January 23rd 2009
December flew by with the kids busy at Dunbeg school doing Xmas concerts, Xmas parties, Xmas discos. We were lucky to have Brads sister and family visit us for Xmas. It was the first time in 6 mths that the kids had been able to get excited about visitors. We had a lovely few days with them , the kids enjoying seeing their cousins . Once they departed it was all go, pack and clean for our Jan 1 d ... read more

Europe » France » Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur » Hautes-Alpes

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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