May 2022

Today the French celebrate VE Day: Victory in Europe, commemorating the end of the Second World War in the European… The rest of the story »Day 21: End of a War

We love to experience local traditions and customs when we travel, including attending sporting events. So I was excited (Laurie… The rest of the story »Day 20: Going Local

We’ve encountered a generous spirit many times among the French. Today, it was especially tasty. Under the hot afternoon sun… The rest of the story »Day 19: Generous Spirits

Funny thing: they don’t celebrate Cinco de Mayo in France like they do in the USA. Maybe because it commemorates… The rest of the story »Day 18: Cinco de Mayo

Today we passed the official halfway point on our French portion of the Camino. I wish we had a picture… The rest of the story »Day 17: Halfway Across France

“Cahors was known for its linen and wine, and its merchants were so poorly reputed that they were featured in… The rest of the story »Day 16: Back on the Trail

Apologies to Bill Bryson for borrowing his title. Every gîte has been fun and interesting in its own way. Last… The rest of the story »Day 14: A Walk in the Woods

At home we’re used to pretty substantial breakfasts: eggs, bacon, pancakes, cereal, hot cereal, etc. But in French, breakfast doesn’t… The rest of the story »Day 13: No Respect for Breakfast