Author Archives: JJS

Elles sont là – Here they are

Posted on July 1, 2023 by JJS

Fresh almonds Nothing is better that fresh almonds on a bit of camembert like creamy cheese

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Dommage

Posted on July 1, 2023 by JJS

I would have liked to go there again, especially when I see the Peugeot 404 cabriolet on the poster. Unfortunately, although I should not complain, I shall be in Portugal 🇵🇹 at that time.

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AI

Posted on June 30, 2023 by JJS

Artificial Intelligence Quite a buzz word these days. I am not sure however that Artificial Intelligence is a correct definition of what is actually happening. What most of us have heard about is ChatGPT which describes itself as: ChatGPT is … Continue reading →

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Laughing Gaz ( Part II)

Posted on June 30, 2023 by JJS

After yesterday’s discovery and as expected a GRDF technician came this morning and changed the existing gaz meter with a brand new one. The counter starts at ZERO… That of course does not change the astronomical reported daily consumption which … Continue reading →

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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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