One of the things one can count on in Val-de-Loire is castles, and we have seen a few, and passed on many more, as time didn’t allow for all. The one in the photo below, Chenonceau, is not the biggest but has a very in interesting history.
The météoscope (I made that up) shows gorgeous weather for Saturday. Please join everyone at Loblaw’s for a lovely walk. We will be with you in spirit (and in London).
Temperatures in France have been intensely hot, and it seems the same can be said for the gang back in T.O., to some extent from what we hear. Perhaps an earlier-than-eight start would help? Please let the others know where you stand either in the comments or on WhatsApp. Staying near the lake is probably the best, and hydrate! I can recommend rosé, but only after the walk!
France has a reputation for having one of the best health care systems in the world. Nevertheless, it seems from the poster below, they have similar concerns with cluttering the hospitals with less than critical care.
Bonjour from sunny and 🥵 France! It’s been challenging keeping up the walking due not only to the stifling heat but the narrow roads. Consoling ourselves with good cheap wine, fresh fruit, cheese and bread.
Conditions in TO seem much better suited to a Saturday morning walk. Same time and place as usual. Allez-y!
As there will be travelling involved, the next month and a half will be posted remotely. As long as I have wifi or decent mobile access, that should continue to work. If the posts are late or altogether missing, assume Saturdays at Loblaw’s, 8:00 am as usual. Weather conditions may change things so please refer to WhatsApp and the comments here for updates from the rest of the group.
Saturday looks gorgeous at the time of this writing, so hoping for a great turnout. Travellers will be with you in spirit.
We are informed through reliable sources that Saturday August 20 should be in your calendar for the annual pool party. Details have been sent to everyone via group email, so keep an eye open for that, and check your spam folders just in case. Rain date is Sunday the 21st.
Birthday greetings to Arlene this Sunday! Wish her your best, if you can keep up!
Also! Cheryl is celebrating a birthday on Monday. Thanks to Barbara for giving me the heads-up on that!
Many happy returns to both!
Saturday looks to be hot and sunny, so let’s look for a shady route as much as possible, and hydrate well. Post walk at the picnic tables at Loblaw’s, unless someone is sleeping there (again!).
We are the Shore Things 