These are a few of my favourite things…..

Emma and JJ, for letting me share two and a half months with them in France

Lisa and Kevin and their hospitality in London and Wales adventures

The patisserie (or more specifically, whats inside). Does une tarte aux framboise count as one of the ‘five plus a day’ ? surely ! ! Plus all the other tempting treats along the way

Cycling in France. Even though its been a bit limited due to Bordeaux antics, its still been fantastic : exploring cities, the rural villages and countryside, cols and alpine foothills…. Ca c’est tres jolie

The french…. Friendly, welcoming and tolerant of my butchered attempts at their language