View from the japanese bridge in Parc d'Impressionisyes

Romantic Rueils...

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August 28th 2010
We moored up on the pontoon at Rueils close to a gorgeous weeping willow tree. Unfortunately it was raining by now, so we took advantage of the free Wi-Fi and uploaded pics, checked e-mails and Skyped Mum and Dad, jade, Matt and Lillie and Jody and Kate. It was lovely to talk to them all and to see them - Lillie is growing so fast! During our conversation with Jody and Kate we heard they were goin ... read more

Europe » France » Île-de-France » Rueil-Malmaison

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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