Today, Tuesday 24th July, Heather was still not well enough to venture out so Neil and I took it in turns to look after the kids. Neil with his much better French than myself went and bought me a phone then searched the town for playgrounds for the kids. Coming home successful on all fronts I then got my leave pass to explore our new town. Our cottage is 10 minutes from the centre of town and a lovely walk. There is an old section that used to have a wall surrounding it, which is now a road. All the buildings within this area are compact townhouse with small roads winding through them. Turning corners there is always a surprise of a garden or fountain. The main town square was in the middle surrounded by restaurants and shops. It was lovely. Whilst walking I noticed how quiet it was and that many shops were closed. Then I read a sign, majority of businesses close between noon and 2pm - siesta. So I was forced into a cafe to rest before continuing when things opened. I did enjoy my wandering time and that traffic was very lite on the thin streets it was a lot more peaceful. Without looking at my watch I know it was 2pm. The traffic increased and people seemed to come from no-where. The town has so much character to it, window shutters of all different colours and patterns. All the lamp posts and bridges have the most magnificent flower baskets, the colour and fragrance is wonderful. Next time I will head off in the morning and check out the fresh food market. On my way home Neil checked that my phone worked with the "are you all right" call (I was a little longer than he thought) and much to my relief Heather was feeling a lot better and may even be up to a small outing tomorrow afternoon
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