The Merlins reunited again!

I am back from France for few days already and I am trying to get rid of my jet lag.  I really enjoyed my free time with no young crew, no homework, activities and meals to organise, no deck to clean and no water tank to fill up. I had long strolls in Paris streets, browsing around and lifting my head admiring all these historical (and less historical) buildings.

I was drooling in front of the bakeries, dreaming in the book shops and amazed by all the people who were speaking French! Then I went to Alsace. For Father’s day, my half-sisters and I surprised our Dad with a good dinner. I enjoyed the peace of the close vineyards and the calm village life in Orschwhir.

Followed an amazing culinary experience in La Cote d’Or (a 3 stars Michelin restaurant) in Bourgogne.There, I was also introduced to golf by Pascal my now new step father.

I went for runs in the countryside to try to eliminate all the extra calories (who can say no to good cheeses, bread and wine?).

However, my warmhearted time with my family was the best of all. It ended with a beautiful wedding full of emotions.

(more photos in the galery - check those titled June 2012 under French holidays)

The kids are going back to school tomorrow after their 2 week winter break and we will be back to our familiar Brisbane routine.