Daily Archives: October 11, 2019

Bandes dessinées

Posted on October 11, 2019 by JJS

It looks like another busy weekend ahead. The 4th “Bandes Dessinées” (BD) festival is taking place in Lagrasse which is a mere 35 kms from here. More details are available when following this link. Jean-Michel Arroyo is the honorary president. Let … Continue reading →

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A new hobby maybe?

Posted on October 11, 2019 by JJS

I have sort of decided to learn to fly drones and pass the necessary licenses to do this legally. I have also a few ideas as their possible use and maybe make some money on the side out of it. … Continue reading →

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Fête du vin

Posted on October 11, 2019 by JJS

  I am looking forward to this year’s Fête du vin in Carcassonne Place Carnot on October 17th and 18th. Apart from the possibility to taste and meet local “vignerons”, there is quite a musical program to be enjoyed. More … Continue reading →

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Rhum, Rum, Ron

Posted on October 11, 2019 by JJS

At this time last year I arranged a whisky tasting at home for a few of my friends to help one of them discover the joys of this amber liquid. I think it was a success.   We have now … Continue reading →

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Autumn shopping

Posted on October 11, 2019 by JJS

On the way back from Toulouse airport yesterday we stopped at the Outlet Shops Village in Nailloux. It is located off the motorway and hardly a detour for us. We probably hit the place a couple of times a year. … Continue reading →

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