Le Pariou Hotel Restaurant Issoire

11/06

This morning we decided to pack the car and go after lunch so I could do the washing. This is when I checked out and was told we stayed one day too long. Anyway we made our way across the south of France then we turn right to the centre to head north ...

... for anyone suffering from cardiac problems, claustrophobia, pregnancy, hearing problems, respiratory problems etc. Luckily we survived undamaged. We had hoped to have another trip up the Puy de Dome but the next day was cloudy, though still warm, so we went to the supermarket and then relaxed by the pool, ready for our next journey, to Bourges

... the end I could have kept on going. The scenery was amazing and the people canadians ans Austrians were a lot of fun. We are now on the road in the south of france heading for Spain in a brand new Peugot 206. Whether we get there is another question as there are so many beautiful places along the way. The weather has turned lousy with it raining all day today and really cold. Tomorrow we will head off again and see where the road takes us. Take care Carol

... lifetime of horse-riding skills come to the fore and I grip the monster between my knees. Finally, 5 minutes of pure bliss - not what you're thinking - the hottest, fastest shower I have ever had. When I grabbed the towel after, though, I realised the extent of the disaster - it was soaked. My fleece was dripping, and my cargoes looked as if I shared an incontinence problem with the bloke on the boat the other night. The ...

... in Clermont, so they are really athletic). And we watched and laid there on the beach. We then went back, showered and got to go out for the most interesting meal I have had since I have been here. The restaurant is the Brasseau. Great food. We ordered everything. I think there was about nine or ten of us and everything got something different. Kate got salmon and rice, Chelsea sausage and sauerkraut and I had duck and fries (yes a weird combo, but the French seem to love it ...

... and one has a drug problem. Oh-la-la! 2. Racy television programs. Last night I was watching a show and a warning came out, just like our warning in the states. The screen flashed red and yellow and said, "The following program is not suitable for children under the age of 12." So I shrugged my shoulders and thought of my students this past year....twelve, huh? So maybe there would be some cursing and a few inappropriate kissing ...

... place. The place is packed but by more french filmmakers than people we know. Sat the the Krzk's guy, seemed drunk already by then, met some new friends from Denmark, Spain and France. Then on our way out at about 1plus, we talked to Christian again and then said our goodbyes to Calmin and Jon. Took the bus back to Maison De La Culture and a cab back to the hotel. A little sad that the festival is coming to an end.

Went to Old Town by bus B. Walked around. Quaint town. Bought some Michelin merchandise as Clermont-Ferrand is the global HQ for the Tyre company. Ate at Pascal Cafe. Then went for our final screening at 4pm at Couteau (the biggest theatre-about 1,400). Attendance was good-packed. Response was better than I expected as many were not that young to appreciate my short. We ...

... the daily festival newsletter, that had a review of 'HELLo?' in french. It was great news. Even being compared to Brian De Palma-hehe. So happy. Met Ludwig, the Austrian Director and told him about my review and he was so worried of not having his reviewed-haha. Watched Lab5, Carlos block and it was good. Carlos' anime was very well done. Great VO and graphics. Then we ate opposite at the tentage-met ...

So I finally made it to Lyon. I spent a lovely few days in Paris, seeing the sights, drinking the wine, and enjoying my lovely but rapid four and a half star stay. The girls were as magificient as ever, and the girls even more magnificent than before. Highlights this time were: The nearly fabled palace of Versailles, le musée orsée, and several very delightful restaurants. I would like to apologize in advance for any typos or errors, as I ...