Last week I flew to Sydney from Melbourne to catch up with my sister Paula, daughter Sarah and nieces Rachael and Penny. Paula, Penny and Rachael flew to Sydney from Perth. We arrived on the Tuesday, I flew via Virgin and Paula and crew flew Qantas. I hadn't told Paula who I was flying with … Continue reading La Boheme – on Sydney Harbour – Mrs Macquaries Point
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Ardeche Steam Train
When I knew that we would be going on a Steam train I was beyond excited. As a child I loved catching the steam train for family picnics and school outings. Hanging the head out as you go along the tracks. The clickety clack of the wheels and the whistle as the train headed to … Continue reading Ardeche Steam Train
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Viviers – Ardèche Region
By the time everyone came back from the Truffle Farm and Grignon Castle I was bursting to get out and do some exploring. Being sick is awful, double that when away on holidays. Poor Muriel, as soon as she came back I was like "come on let's go exploring in Viviers. " A quick … Continue reading Viviers – Ardèche Region
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6 Month Update on my Knee Injury
So its been 6 months since I initially injured my knee on the flight home from Paris. 6 months! Where has the time gone? I am now going to physio twice a week. Each time I go I am put through my paces. 30-45 mins of intense workout. Waiting on referral to do some physiotherapy … Continue reading 6 Month Update on my Knee Injury
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Lam Lung Disease and Tuberous Sclerosis
Its Rare Disease Day on the 28th February so I wanted to share a bit more about the two rare diseases that my youngest daughter and I have. When I was young around 6 I had some suspicious lumps removed from my face. I remember having them and then not having them. I … Continue reading Lam Lung Disease and Tuberous Sclerosis
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Grignan Castle – Château de Grignan
Grignan Castle Or as it is known – The Chateau de Grignan is built on a hilltop with the small village built around it. At present the number of people living here is just over 1,500. The village dates back to the 11th century with the walls being … Continue reading Grignan Castle – Château de Grignan
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Sick? On holidays – Oh No….
I woke up in the morning and I didn't feel right. I couldn't put my finger on it. We went to breakfast. I only ate a little as I was starting to feel queasy. We were heading to a Truffle Farm and then to the town of Grignan with a tour of the castle. A … Continue reading Sick? On holidays – Oh No….
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Be prepared to be amazed at the Pont du Gard!
After lunch and a few cold drinks - it was very hot down in the south of France last August. There were two afternoon excursions a trip to the Pont du Gard Roman Aqueduct bridge or Chateauneuf du Pape: Town and vineyard tour with wine tasting. MMMH choices...an old bridge or wine. The bridge … Continue reading Be prepared to be amazed at the Pont du Gard!
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Palace of the Popes Avignon
Avignon, a city in southeastern France’s Provence region, is set on the Rhône River. From 1309 to 1377, it was the seat of the Catholic popes. It remained under papal rule until becoming part of France in 1791. This legacy can be seen in the massive Palais des Papes (Popes' Palace) in the city center, … Continue reading Palace of the Popes Avignon
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Pont Saint Benezet – The Bridge of Avignon
As we were having breakfast our ship was sailing into Avignon. We passed by the famous Pont Saint Benezet - The bridge of Avignon. This bridge was built in the 12 century and is made famous by the song - Sur le Pont d'Avignon.but it is better known as the Pont d'Avignon on which one … Continue reading Pont Saint Benezet – The Bridge of Avignon
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