OK, I’ve had my second shot and there have been no side effects. Things finally seem to be turning around. I have damn sure had enough of hanging around and not being permitted to travel. One good sign: the Rail Passengers Association appears ready to resume semi-annual meetings, which are not only informative, but enjoyable…
We had some old and very good friends over here yesterday. They brought their own food and we sat on our deck for almost three hours—each couple at a small table at least eight feet apart. It was nice. No, it was more than that: it was wonderful! We forget that we’re social animals ….
Preliminary details for a return visit to Europe are slowly taking shape and include the French town of Azay-le-Rideau. It’s not very big town—the population is about 3500—not quite a three-hour drive southwest of Paris. I’ve been there twice before and am planning to go again. Why? It’s the chateau! I really don’t know why…