Author Archives: La Giraudiere
About La Giraudiere
The whole idea of the La Giraudiere project is for people of all backgrounds, all ages, all nationalities to have the chance to live together learn about each others lifestyle exchange their knowledge, experiences and skills whilst living and working together in France and at the same time helping, improving and adding to the Project for those to come in the future. To see the different types of volunteers work that has been done and what is still required visit our websitePaul and his Singettes bring the house down at the lake!
Friday 27th Today was another work day as we had our French lesson yesterday afternoon instead of today. Everyone was sleepy from the rain and grey sky settling into our bones, and poor Courtney has a cold (but was still … Continue reading
Mass immigration,French lessons and how to get fat quick!
Thursday 26th After waving goodbye to Susan, we said Hello to the new arrivals, Sandra and Robert, from California, USA. After lunch we had a 2hr French lesson from Alison, an Expat, who is substituting for Lyn, another Expat who … Continue reading
Hobo dinners to say goodbye
Wednesday 25th Today was finally a bit warmer during the day, but it was raining again. After an extremely cold night (absent Sydney’s blankey) it was nice to have a bit of warmth, even if it was accompanied with moisture. … Continue reading
Finally getting down to work at La Giraudiere
Tuesday 24th We finally got into work today with Day One of the working week for the volunteers. We all scattered in different directions to do our allotted jobs:I got down to emails and the blog; Susan wrote an article … Continue reading
Market day, long coffee’s, and snuggles in Sydney’s blanket!!
Monday 23rd Today we had more rain, and it was Market Day! After breakfast we all left for the Chalais market. We were dropped off about 10am and offered a lift at 1pm. I am sure that we looked forlorn … Continue reading
