Our time cruising along the Friesland canals and the road trip across part of France came to an end with the beginning of October. We are now reintroducing ourselves to our current housesit and a neighbourhood walk or two with the delightful Dexter. The previous time we were here, as in Espalais, France was in… Continue reading The Markets of France
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Roadtrip: France to Spain
The end of January saw us off again, on a roadtrip. This time in reverse. With a few slight alterations, a quick glance at the map, it looks more of a straight line heading down rather than the previous journey which included more curves. Day One - Espalais to San Sebastion A cheerful "au revoir",… Continue reading Roadtrip: France to Spain
A Pretty Village in France – Auvillar
It was a Monday. Last week to be precise. At this stage of our housesitting, the countryside, Miss Dexter and us, had felt and seen the rain for days on end. It was time for a break in the weather. To don, our jackets take a deep breath and head out. Whether it be rain… Continue reading A Pretty Village in France – Auvillar
Roadtrip – Spain to France
The cold wind had made its way back to the coast, a sweet reminder for us that we were heading for less temperate days and colder nights, as we headed up north towards our first pitstop. Even in winter mode, nothing says "holiday" more than a car, a suitcase, sunglasses, or perhaps in our… Continue reading Roadtrip – Spain to France