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Energetic Mince-Pie Making, A Missing Baby and Book Bags

Ruadhri is throwing himself energetically into Christmas preparations. I had just started making pastry mince pies this morning when he charged into the kitchen and announced he’d carry on for me. Never one to decline an offer of help, however unexpected and alarming, I handed over the bowl to him. OK, there would probably be [...] [...]

Marchés de Noël in Limoges

We collected eldest son Benj from Limoges today. He’s studying Applied Languages at University there. I can’t believe how quickly his first term has flown by. Nor can he! But he’s had a brilliant time and made the most of being in the city. We walked into Limoges to visit a couple of Marchés de Noël [...] [...]

Installing the Crèche at Nouzerines

For starters, here’s a picture of my in my moment of glory at the carol service! Today we were at Nouzerines church. Every year, to coincide with the Marché de Noël in the village, there’s a small service aimed at the children to install the crèche. There’s a different theme every year. We’ve had tents and [...] [...]

Carols, Challenges and Thank Heavens for Chris

So, I did my French bible reading at the Carol Service last night. How did it go? “A Veritable Triumph” or “At Least People Knew It Was French” are the headings I would suggest for the French national journaux (newspapers) today! I was really pleased with myself. Caiti had coached me well and my natural tendency [...] [...]