I just came back from a trip to the south of France. I won't bore you with details of the holiday, that would be like showing holiday photos to dinner guests, suffice it to say that it was a very long journey. i am not sure of the actual kilometrage but the drive from here to the very southerly tip is a journey and a half, and even on French roads it is hard going.
I am a Francophile I confess and love most things about being in France. There are some exceptions though, and I still find it hard to remember that in France on a Sunday, everything is closed. Between 2 and 4pm everyday, the people just vanish without a trace, and unless you want a restaurant meal, you might as well have a sleep, which is of course what the sensible French are probably doing.
It strikes me that France has so much going for it. They enjoy a lovely climate, have a huge landmass that is underpopulated and a wonderfully laid back attitude to the world and everything that goes on. They have a modern well equipped armed service, and yet, like the Canadians, keep a low profile when it comes to international affairs. It seems like the French, like to assess a situation for a long while over a glass or two of wine and then make sure that they join the winning side. How sensible is that?
Having said all that, I am glad to be back and hope to maintain my usual stream of drivel as soon as possible.
1 comment:
If you took any photos on your trip they would be a welcome addition to your blogsite. France seems light years away from here, but it is always lovely to dream about maybe one day visiting.
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