Author Archives: JJS

Laughing gaz

Posted on June 29, 2023 by JJS

Laugh or cry – Not sure Checking our current energy consumption we came across the latest daily report on line. Have you spotted the 9 mistakes? I have been in touch with EDF without a satisfactory result so far.

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PAC Project

Posted on June 26, 2023 by JJS

Last week of what has been a fairly busy month which simply flew by. For the new few days we are expecting hand workers to be busy with the installation of a PAC (Pompe à Chaleur / Heat exchanger) . … Continue reading →

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B for Back Home

Posted on June 24, 2023 by JJS

It is a short ride from Le Soler / Perpignan and despite a noticeable increased holiday traffic on the motorway we made it home in just over an hour. Brilliant sunshine and very hot 🥵 here in Carcassone today. So … Continue reading →

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B for back?

Posted on June 22, 2023 by JJS

Not quite We have a lunch appointment in Rosas, on the way home, a mere 150km from here and as I suspect it could be a boozy affair I have reserved a hotel room in town. So it is bye … Continue reading →

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B for Badge

Posted on June 21, 2023 by JJS

Or Birthday in Barcelona

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B for Barcelone II

Posted on June 20, 2023 by JJS

Today on the program after breakfast is a slow walk to the old town and the Picasso museum. One can admire some of his early work Followed by the madness of the later years. I am not really a fan … Continue reading →

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B for Barcelona

Posted on June 20, 2023 by JJS

Decision has been taken to celebrate the advent of Summer on the 21st in the lovely capital of Catalonia. It is normally a gentle 3 hours drive from home but not for us. We have to reckon with a 6 … Continue reading →

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Barcelona

Posted on June 18, 2023 by JJS

As my 70th birthday approaches, I decided to celebrate with a trip to Barcelona. I mean, what better way to feel young again than to visit a city filled with vibrant energy and stunning architecture? But as I started planning … Continue reading →

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Lego

Posted on June 10, 2023 by JJS

I am not really progressing with my Lego model car. Unlike the Peugeot / Lego people in Le Mans during the 24H race weekend. And the finish product looked like that

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Flower pot men

Posted on June 6, 2023 by JJS

Then and now I am sure everyone who was watching children TV in the UK remembers the Flower Pot Men show. Well, here they are now, enjoying retirement.

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