Tag Archives: Le Mans 24h

Le Mans 2026 – Day 5

Posted on June 16, 2026 by JJS

Home, glorious home Nine o’clock. On the dot. Bags packed, gîte left in a condition that would not disgrace a TripAdvisor review, and four slightly battered but thoroughly happy Le Mans veterans pointing the Audi Q5 south toward civilisation. The … Continue reading →

Posted in Cars and bits, Motorsports | Tagged Le Mans 24h | 2 Comments

The month that was – August 2025

Posted on August 29, 2025 by JJS

🇬🇧 Ah, August. The month when most of the world seems to go on holiday… except at my place. No visitors this time, which made for a rather quieter stretch. The fridge was grateful, the wine rack untouched, and the … Continue reading →

Posted in Beach Destinations, Food and Drink, Lifestyle | Tagged * Beach Days, BBQ & Friends, Food & Dining, Hospitalet Beach, Le Chat qui Pêche, Le Mans 24h, Narbonne Plage, Pool Party, Provence, Sobriety Journey, Summer 2025, Travel Tips, Weekend getaways | Leave a comment

Breaking the silence

Posted on August 27, 2025 by JJS

🇬🇧 BBQs,bypasses and the brutal end of summer Sipping my morning coffee today, peacefully watching the world fall apart one international headline at a time, I had an alarming revelation—I haven’t posted anything in five days. Five. Days. That’s practically … Continue reading →

Posted in French life, Travel | Tagged * Pézenas, BBQ party, Dry challenge, Dublin to Donegal, End of summer, French Countryside, Friendly chaos, Hosting friends, Indian Summer, Ireland road trip, Le Mans 24h, Minervois region, Poolside afternoons, Rainy adventures, Spicy Margarita Rosé, Summer in France, Traffic jams, Travel planning, Whisky tasting, Wine-fueled decisions | 1 Comment

Packing again

Posted on June 3, 2025 by JJS

🇬🇧 The never ending suitcase saga Funny how life keeps serving up these little déjà vus. One minute you’re blissfully unpacked, the next you’re knee-deep in socks, weather apps, and existential shoe dilemmas. Yes, folks, the time has come yet … Continue reading →