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The wind and rain last night has eased by the time we finish breakfast. At 10:45 we leave in Annick's car to go to the hotel de ville [town hall] in Guilers where Ali's godson, Elijah, is to be baptised. Outside we meet family members, many of whom we know. Handshakes and kisses all round before going into the chamber where we are greeted by a lady wearing a tricolour sash who will officiate. The ceremony includes a reading, in French, by Ali to say what it means to be Elijah's godmother.
After the ceremony Annick takes us on a tour around Brest before we all meet again at the Ibis restaurant. The food is very good and the atmosphere relaxed. We leave the restaurant at 15:30.
We rest or an hour in the van and then go indoors for more drink and food while Elijah is given presents. A few more hours of fun, food and wine and we are ready for bed.
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