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Christmas in Germany

Posted on December 23, 2025 by admin

As our loyal luggage at long last staggered back from its impromptu European tour, battered, bemused, and improbably still containing Christmas presents (phew!). Delivered straight to our son’s house in Algermissen, this emotional reunion restored festive order, rescued dignity, and … Continue reading →

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The week that was 50/2025 🇬🇧🇫🇷

Posted on December 15, 2025 by admin

Life’s messy, unpredictable, and endlessly entertaining—and that’s exactly what my blog dives into. From chaotic weeks full of wine, wandering markets, and kitchen disasters to quiet victories and absurd little triumphs, I share the stories that make life funny, frustrating, … Continue reading →

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Giulietta 🇫🇷🇬🇧

Posted on December 15, 2025 by admin

Une photo, une Giulietta, et tout revient d’un coup : l’essence super, l’huile de ricin, Paris à deux dessus (interdit, bien sûr), et cette délicieuse impression d’être immortel. Un souvenir qui démarre au quart de tour, entre nostalgie joyeuse, vitesse … Continue reading →

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Knowing it all 🇬🇧

Posted on December 15, 2025 by admin

Think you know Genesis? Think again. Armed with Deezer, a dangerous amount of free time, and a healthy dose of musical humility, I dive headfirst into the entire Genesis discography—from prog-rock epics and costumed theatrics to stadium-filling pop hits—to discover … Continue reading →

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Dick Whittington 🇬🇧

Posted on December 13, 2025 by admin

Last night we travelled 20 km, crossed a linguistic border, laughed our way through an English pantomime in the middle of French vineyards… and discovered what might be the only truly undrinkable wine in the region. A full house, forgotten … Continue reading →

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Memories from the lay-by at Lakenheath 🇬🇧🇫🇷

Posted on December 12, 2025 by admin

Cold mornings, the smell of sizzling bacon, a steaming cup of tea, and fighter jets roaring overhead—welcome to my little sanctuary at the Lakenheath lay-by. A quirky roadside stop in the UK that became the heart of my northbound trips, … Continue reading →

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Carcassonne mérite mieux 🇫🇷

Posted on December 10, 2025 by admin

Playdoyer pour un vrai réseau cyclable 🚴‍♀️ Carcassonne sans pistes cyclables, c’est un frein à la liberté. Après 25 ans à Hanovre, je témoigne : notre ville peut et doit offrir un réseau sûr et ambitieux. Découvrez mon appel aux élus et à … Continue reading →

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Whispers of Yesterday

Posted on December 7, 2025 by admin

Nearly a month ago, I boldly declared that I was finally taking my book project seriously. And to be fair, I’ve almost kept my promise of writing one page a day — except for the last three days, when Christmas … Continue reading →

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Crise Dominicale 🇫🇷🇬🇧

Posted on December 7, 2025 by admin

What happens when a quiet Sunday turns into a rescue mission involving a leaky vinegar barrel, a heroic ladle, a pot of jam, and a venerated vinegar “mother”? Dive into my latest domestic saga — proof that even a tiny … Continue reading →

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The week that was 49/2025 🇬🇧🇫🇷

Posted on December 7, 2025 by admin

December kicked off with a bruised rib, nightly pilgrimages to the Christmas market, enough mulled wine to forget the pain, and one unforgettable cassoulet eaten under the bittersweet news that my favourite restaurant is soon closing. If you enjoy laughter-through-the-winces, … Continue reading →

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