The most memorable part of the Canal du Midi is enormous grey/green barked trees, reaching high above head. They guard the canal while offering shade to cyclists, fishermen, rowers, pedestrians and boaters alike. The roots of these giant trees hold the shores in place and help maintain the structure of the canal. I was writing…
I was invited by Productions Assistant Ira to join Kirk Lapointe on Roundhouse Radio in Vancouver who does a segment on his show called “Expat Call Out” where Canadians living throughout the world check in and talk about their lives from a Canadian perspective. Every morning Kirk reaches out to a former Vancouverite to find out…
“Every good act is charity. A man’s true wealth hereafter is the good that he does in this world to his fellows.” – Moliere. Forget Me Not – “La Ligue Contre Le Cancer” Charity Fundraiser Sue Jones has a passion for charity work. She was born in the UK, is married to Roger and has two…
‘All your dreams come true if you have the courage to pursue them’. Walt Disney The first song I ever learned from beginning to end was ‘A Dream Is A Wish Your Heart Makes’ sung during the cartoon-version of the movie Cinderella. I was young, and believed in the words I sung, that my dreams would…
2014 Boat Show for the luxury Barge Companies was held in our lovely village of Capestang. Over a dozen barges set up along the shores displaying some of the most amazing holidays offered in southern France. These luxury ships range anywhere from 20,000-42,000 per week and sleeps 2-10 people, and…
Capestang News – Creating a Music Video Goulven Gonthier- videographer, Angel-lead vocalist, Flo – guitar, Chloé -vocalist/director, Benjamin -Drums, Nikko – base and Mikey – sound; make up this team, and the vivid idea for the magic VHS tape with the classic Disney songs for another generation to enjoy except this time to a heavier…
“Be happy in this moment. This moment is your life. Omar Khayyam After reading books like; The Secret, The Happiness Project, Eat Pray Love, Deepak Chopra The Book of Secrets, The Power of Now, The Alchemist, Dr. Phil’s Life Strategies; I started a happy thought journal on Oprah’s suggestion, exercised each day, slept 8…
“The measure of a superhero is always his nemesis.” David Lyons This morning, like most mornings I woke up and went directly downstairs to find the sun. I placed my yoga mat vertically like a person in prayer, and started my daily stretches. It is here that my little epiphanies find me; those reflective moments…
June 30th was Escale en Canal Lirou – Port de Capestang. You may remember how much we enjoyed last year’s festivities, and stayed up late eating and drinking while the musician entertained us! This year the Sunday was full of free activities. The event started at 14:30 with fanfare, followed by a treasure hunt for…
Test out the waters! Why not rent in the area we wish to buy in. This advice has been great, but finding a rental house has been interesting to say the least. Most websites list short-term rentals, holiday homes for the 3 – 7 day traveler. There is a hole in the market for what…