La Turballe harbour

Guerande and La Turballe by scooter across the marais from Batz-sur-Mer

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August 31st 2010
Woke to lovely blue sky again. Actually woke a bit too early in order to Skype Jenny in Melbourne but discovered I had put my hour back instead of forward when working out Australian / French time difference and should have been Skyping at 10am not 8am ! Back to the Tandy for a shower and breakfast first. Then discovered how tricky it is sitting outside in full sunshine trying to see the screen ... read more

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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