Monthly Archives: October 2026

What to wear

Posted on October 12, 2026 by JJS

The question of the week Autumn in our little corner of France has decided to perform a yo-yo ballet, and my wardrobe is the unwilling understudy. Last week, in a fit of optimism, I packed away all my shorts and … Continue reading →

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The Sunday roast hunt

Posted on October 10, 2026 by JJS

🇬🇧 A very serious investigation I am sure there is no shortage of top roasts in London. This is the sort of confidence one has before opening a browser and discovering roughly four thousand “best Sunday lunch” lists, each written … Continue reading →

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The month that was – September 2026

Posted on October 1, 2026 by JJS

🇬🇧 In which two people celebrate fifty years of marriage, and their bodies celebrate by filing complaints. I cannot believe another 30 days have slipped by. September, you were a mixed grill: holidays, friends, medical worries and a side order … Continue reading →

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