Author Archives: JJS

Souvenir 1973

Posted on March 25, 2022 by JJS

27eme Bataillon de Chasseurs Alpins Annecy My brother just found this photo. I remember the day as if it was yesterday. I had been on guard duty all night and had changed into the parade uniform a few minutes earlier … Continue reading →

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Minette et Minou

Posted on March 25, 2022 by JJS

We have not seen each other for years Nice to see my cousin again. The good news is that she is looking to move in the area

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It‘s magic!!!

Posted on March 22, 2022 by JJS
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I’m losing my temper

Posted on February 3, 2022 by JJS

In French there is a well know expression to cover this “La moutarde me monte au nez” which literally translated means “The mustard is going up my nose”. This might happen to me very shortly. Earlier today I received a … Continue reading →

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Notebooks and bits

Posted on February 2, 2022 by JJS

After years of experimenting with all technological sophisticated productivity apps and solutions, I shall carry on in parallel with my paper bullet journal(s). There is just something seriously pleasing writing things down.  I am saying this because I am coming … Continue reading →

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Crepes aux Pommes | Apple Pancake cake

Posted on February 1, 2022 by JJS

In time for pancake day There are pancakes, and then there are pancakes that make you sigh with happiness. Crepes aux pommes, apple pancakes are definitely in the second … Crepes aux Pommes | Apple Pancake cake

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Gong Xi Fa Cai

Posted on February 1, 2022 by JJS

February 1st Happy New Year of the Tiger to all my friends in China Tigers’ Personality, Strengths and Weaknesses People born in years of the Tiger are fiercely independent and possess strong self-esteem. They like to act alone and are … Continue reading →

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Fondue Savoyarde

Posted on January 31, 2022 by JJS

The origins of the cheese fondue can be found in Switzerland, France (Rhone Alps) and Italy (Piedmont and Aosta Valley).  The earliest know recipe … Fondue Savoyarde

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Reblochon en croute

Posted on January 31, 2022 by JJS

This is a simple recipe and makes a good starter or light lunch.  You could use any soft melting cheese but I am using the number one cheese of the … Reblochon en croute

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Info Post – January 29th 2022

Posted on January 29, 2022 by JJS

Living through a pandemic in the south of France 678 days since 1st lockdown in March 2020 UPDATED DAILY STATISTICS HERE ▫️ HOME NEWS DESK Last weekend in January, I am still counting on a short getaway to sunnier climes … Continue reading →

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