France 110 - Montbazon, the virgin atop the fortress/an expensive bottle of wine and the last day in the Loire October 2nd 2016 Day 25 or thereabouts. Our time in France is coming to an end. We increasingly head north and have passed that invisible line across the map that divides the colder north of France with the southern portion. We always rightly or wrongly think that in the Loire we feel cold whereas in Burgundy and the Dordogne we start to feel warmer. The sun feels stronger, the light is brighter and altogether we ... read more
Europe » France » Centre » Montbazon 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
A 70 something who feels that the world is her lobster, that life is worth living and that you only get one shot at it . A whole new world opened up since we bought Suzy. A different view out of the window every day and the chance to see life in all its glory. And then there is Sion our travelling companion. A knowledgeable sheep who with his Sheep Book of Facts keeps us on our toes. He and his bestest, bestest friend Woolly Mammoth search the world for latrines, roofs and manhole covers. What more could you want out of life?
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