Posted in January 1st, 2010
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Let me start by saying I live in the UK - to be precise England. To be even more precise Lincoln. I have lived in France having spent 5 glorious years in the Limousin. We sold up and returned to the UK last year.Would I like to be living in […]
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Posted in December 31st, 2009
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I’d like to think that I’d take a holiday in France in the year to come. Get down to the Limousin to meet up with friends, relax a little around a lake, take in the sights. Perhaps visit Paris on the way back.BUT……have you seen what’s been happening to the […]
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Posted in June 2nd, 2008
French train crash kills children
A train has struck a school bus in the French Alps close to the Swiss border, killing at least six children, French police say.The accident occurred at a level crossing near the town of Allinges in France’s Haute-Savoie region.At least 30 people were also injured in the crash at around 1400 […]
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Posted in April 16th, 2008
Arab literature steals show at London Book Fair5 hours ago
LONDON (AFP) — Arabic writers were thrust into the spotlight at the London Book Fair this week, as the British capital’s annual festival showcased the literary talents of the Arab World.In its 37th edition the publishing professionals’ fair invited 22 countries and territories where Arabic is […]
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Posted in March 25th, 2008
Beckham to win 100th England cap
Beckham plans to play for England for as long as possible
France v EnglandDate: Wednesday, 26 March
Kick-off: 2000 GMT
Venue: Stade de FranceBBC Coverage: Live on BBC Radio 5 Live and the BBC Sport website
David Beckham will win his 100th England cap in the friendly against France on Wednesday, coach Fabio Capello […]
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Posted in March 1st, 2008
Greetings from Limoges on St David’s day………..1st March, 2008…………..
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Posted in February 27th, 2008
France coach makes eight changes
Lievremont is keen to assess his squad ahead of the Wales game France coach Marc Lievremont has sprung yet more selection surprises in making eight changes to his 22 for the Six Nations match against Italy on 9 March. Six players who began the 24-13 loss to England - […]
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Posted in February 3rd, 2008
Told you so…… .. France gagner à Murrayfield
Posted in February 3rd, 2008 Déposé en février 3rd, 2008
by admin in France & the French , News from the UK
Par admin en France et les Français, Nouvelles du Royaume-UniNot one to gloat ~ but the Scots were stuffed.Pas un seul pour me faire gloire ~ mais les […]
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Posted in February 1st, 2008
New book club member, Monsieur Pongo Busner, 25, states his regret at the temporary banning of the book “The Great Apes” by going ape**** all over St Yrieix.
A club official was not available for comment.
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Posted in November 28th, 2007
Posted in August 12th, 2007
Lovely article by Bruce Cameron………..
When my son was in grade school, his favorite homework assignment was the research paper, because he enjoyed really digging into a subject and making things up about it. Recently I was searching for some vital documents that I knew I’d carefully filed away under the heading “Important Stuff.” Unfortunately, that’s […]
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Posted in May 8th, 2007
INSTRUMENT of SURRENDER of all German Forces to the Supreme Commander of the Allied Expeditionary Force, General Dwight D. Eisenhower, and to the Supreme High Command of the Red Army
Berlin. May 8, 1945. [3]
1. We the undersigned, acting by authority of the German High Command, hereby surrender unconditionally to the Supreme Commander, Allied Expeditionary Force […]
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Posted in May 7th, 2007
FRENCH HOLIDAYS & FESTIVALS
The French enjoy 11 national jours feriés (holidays) annually. The civic calendar was first instituted in 1582; Bastille Day was incorporated in 1789, Armistice Day in 1918, Labor Day in 1935, and Victory Day in 1945. During the month of May, there is a holiday nearly every week, so be prepared for […]
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Posted in May 5th, 2007
In spite of recent heated attacks by Royal, Sarkozy’s performance buttressed his lead in the polls and a TNS Sofres survey published on Friday showed him at 54.5 percent, compared to 45.5 percent for the Socialist.
The last polls of the campaign, one by BVA and one by IPSOS, both put him even further ahead on […]
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Posted in May 1st, 2007
Patrick lunching at Les Voyagers 1st May 2007
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Posted in April 29th, 2007
St Jean de Cole for a great day out & get your hanging baskets!!!!
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Posted in April 29th, 2007
Not just horse jumping & dressage & cross-country but scones & strawberry jam & cream & proper tea. AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Posted in April 22nd, 2007
Posted in April 17th, 2007
Gladys is leaving for UK today after a 2 week break in the Limousin.
Michael ~ I hope you’re reading this & pick her up at the airport or you’ll be in trouble.
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Posted in April 16th, 2007
Gladys on top of the world…..well Domme anyway!!!!!!
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