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The Collected Works

A chronological study of our journey to France.

11 Feb '24
Editorial • 2 MIN READ

A Covid Catastrophe

We had our hearts set on a charming French getaway, a spreadsheet brimming with potential properties. Spring was calling, promising sunshine and tranquillity, but then came the …

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A Covid Catastrophe
28 Jan '24
Editorial • 2 MIN READ

A Haphazard House Hunt

Having already decided to look for a property in France. We had finally found “our Area”!

After a heavenly two-week sojourn in the Gers, we were smitten. So smitten, in fact, that …

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A Haphazard House Hunt
16 Jan '24
Editorial • 5 MIN READ

Disneyland Paris and Beyond

Let’s face it, France and I have a bit of a love affair going on. Building a career and raising a family meant this took a back seat for many years.

So, when our own kids …

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Disneyland Paris and Beyond
16 Jan '24
Editorial • 3 MIN READ

A Non Flying Visit

Forget soaring through the clouds and fast-forwarding to your sunny destination. My next trip to France, at the tender age of 14, was an epic 20-hour adventure that unfolded …

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A Non Flying Visit
14 Jan '24
Editorial • 2 MIN READ

From Sugarpuffs to Sunshine

My first foray into France was Brittany at 12 years old. My passport? A piece of cardboard issued at the local post office, valid for one year (Anyone remember those?).

My French? …

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From Sugarpuffs to Sunshine
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