As I was away for our wedding anniversary, and on my return too exhausted to sample the bottle of bubbly Ni had chilling in the fridge, we decided to delay the whole celebration and have a very belated Burns night supper.
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Finally, we enjoyed the Haggis with our neighbours! |
After many phone calls, to both the engineer in the Uk and France, much knashing of teeth, and countless kettle loads of boiled water, and a month long wait, the control panel for our boiler finally arrived! It was connected, tested and it worked. Now for long hot showers, and lashing of hot water to wash up, and wash every thing in sight. Hooray!
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So where do you think all those wires go? |
At least I got a new kettle out of it, as the old one gave up in despair. The new one holds twice as much water and is twice as fast, but of course probably won't work on all electricity hitch ups.
So it's not just us who feel the urge to get painting: The council workmen are busy smartening up the posts displaying road signs in town.
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So be warned! |
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I just can't keep away from the fascinating allotments! |
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A 'statue' in the centre of the allotments. |
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Taking advantage of the sunny weather - half painted side decks, only the other half to complete! |
Freesias to remember my mum. They were her favourite flowers, and they are gently scenting our dining room.
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Mardi Gras in Narbonne |
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Two exquisitely dressed figures. |
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Lissie & John join in the fun!
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