Saturday, December 4, 2010

Peter and Margaret and later a bonfire

One of the nice things about the Ambialet program is some of the very nice people you meet.  Yesterday, Peter and Margaret, a retired British couple, invited the students, Lori, Deb and I to there home for a bit of refreshment and some conversation.  It was a nice afternoon. 
Deb and I have often asked Peter and especially Margaret for suggestions or advice.  Whether it be where Deb can find yarn for her crochetting, a denist for jenn's tooth emergency or a nice restaurant for our 28th anniversary, Margaret has always had a good idea of where to go.  They have always been so thoughtful and kind and are a real blessing to have so involved with the program here in Ambialet.  Margaret is in charge of the choir for Sunday mass, and Peter plays guitar. 

                            Peter and Margaret with the group sans John(who took the picture)

I doubt being as humble and kind as they are, neither Margaret nor Peter realize how much they mean to the students and the rest of us here in Ambialet.  I thank them.

After coming back to the Le Prieure, a number of students were excited about a small bonfire that was planned.  Knowing some of the issues with open flames in the U.S., I asked Peter and Margaret if the villiage had any restrictions, and they said only during certain months.  So everyone except me had a bonfire in the open area where we park cars.  This was considered the safest place by far, everyone had a great time, as I understand it.  It seemed like a nice way to start the last weekend in France.  I didn't attend because of sinus issues, not because I didn't think it was a great idea.
The Bonfire (a bit tiny, but it served its purpose)

Today we are going to Albi for shopping and some fun.  We all have a bit of cabin fever and it will be nice to get out and about!

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