jdgoodman Excellent blog! This standard must be maintained.

Ruth Gibson Very good blog thanks

Jeanne Bryer I have to agree......all of our children called our cats puss y - the world's gone mad....sounds like you had a great ride

john g Excellent blog Peter. I didn't know p**** was a rude word!

Ruth Good blog entrty. I am annoyingly plagued by a cold so cannot cycle this week, but will walk the dog and come to Barham for lunch.

Pat and Madeline Glad you're back in the saddle Peter!

Mary Cairns What a lovely entry Peter, yes it was a good day despite the weather. I will have to learn how to blog, and then I can contribute. Looking forward to lots more rides with Ragstones. Mary

Judith East Super memory and great to have the blog back. Judith

Jane And I had to giggle at the search for Chenonceau; that brings back memories! Glad you had a lovely time. x

Jeanne sounds like you had rather a lovely adventure! enjoyed reading about your exploits - hopefully I get back before the hurricane - yes, you guessed it - I am scheduled to drive back on Monday ...

Jess Excellent account. Had to giggle at the near divorce (typical in French towns, from memory!) and the parking ticket!! Glad you enjoyed the R&R, we're pleased to have you back.

john goodman That's the great thing about the Ragstone tradition. Guilt free dining! Gourmandise sans consequence. Eating and cycling is a zero sum game; like Bridge, or Hopscotch.

Ruth Gibson Lovely, funny blog. Wish I could have joined you. Maybe next year.