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Hello from Henry

Posted on October 9, 2016 by Henry

Hi it’s Henry, I’m right now in Aix-En Provence. There are so many differences here than in Vancouver like the one that I dislike the most there aren’t a lot of dogs 🙁 , and if you do see a … Continue reading →

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Slowing down en Provence

Posted on October 2, 2016 by Michael

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Hi, it’s Mike. Jean has done such a nice job with her posts that it feels like there’s not much need for me to add. Not only is she a great writer, but she also has a strong commitment to update and a stay-up-late … Continue reading →

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Oooh la la, Paris!

Posted on September 27, 2016 by Jean

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But first, more Cornwall.  Because, clearly, I really am cuckoo for Cornwall. On our hike to Kynance Cove, we met up with a nice couple from Manchester.   They loved watching the kids and reminiscing about their own three boys, now … Continue reading →

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Cuckoo for Cornwall

Posted on September 23, 2016 by Jean

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More precious than diamonds, silver or gold or even dark chocolate….reliable, high speed wi-fi and clean clothes.  And I’ve got BOTH!   For a very limited time.  Woot woot.   I know that Mike has plans to post something about … Continue reading →

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Staring at Rocks

Posted on September 20, 2016 by Jean

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“WHY are we looking at ROCKS?   We drove all this way just to stare at a bunch of stupid rocks?!?” – Tom, age 9. Yes, indeed.   I’m happy to report that the children are really embracing their hands-on history lessons.  We’re so … Continue reading →

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Pizza & Wizards & Castles, Oh My

Posted on September 14, 2016 by Jean

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I promised myself a decent night’s sleep, but I’m seduced by the quiet, the red-wine-in-a-plastic-cup and the super-fast wifi.   Tom and I are both suffering from colds, despite the record breaking 32 degree weather over here. After leaving London, we … Continue reading →

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London Calling….

Posted on September 13, 2016 by Jean

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   And here we are. Leaving Vancouver…our families, our dog, our dear friends, our jobs, our home.   Difficult.  Exciting.  Conflicted.  Incredulous.  Stressful.  Tearful.  Joyous.  Everything and all things in between.   If I could do it again, I’d plan … Continue reading →

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Where to…?

Posted on July 22, 2016 by Michael

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A year just isn’t long enough to cover the ground we’re hoping to see in the world.  It is, however, long enough to make a significant dent in the wanderlust that we share.  Our itinerary has shifted several times and, … Continue reading →

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Gah! This blogging stuff hurts my head

Posted on July 21, 2016 by Jean

Sitting here on the deck of our cottage at the beautiful Alders on Vancouver, Island.   Mike and kids are down at the beach working on their entry for today’s sandcastle competition and I’m trying to figure out how to … Continue reading →

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