We've had another trip over to Carcassonne, a longer one this time to get the painting done on the second floor. It's looking good, and the floor tiles previously chosen have been replaced with more suitable ones. They were cheaper too, photo below, and should be laid in the next couple of weeks. It was so exciting when they arrived and we could see them in the bedroom, perfect choice. We got one room completely done and another half done so plenty of painting to still be done. I really enjoy painting, up on the small scaffold Andrea supplied painting the ceilings and high bits on the walls. So satisfying to see this the first bit of finishing completed.
The weather was lovely and we got to spend some time enjoying the local cafes for a vino after a days work. The places we go frequently, like the tavern in La Cite, are getting to know us and we're greeted like friends. The wine is lovely, inexpensive and bought out in carafes. Andrea invited us to Marseillette for a BBQ and it was great to revisit the countryside again. We'd looked at houses there on our first buying visit. A fun night with yummy food and the best local chardonnay from a 10L box. I've ordered one of course.
We took a local bus to a big supermarket and bought an air frier and some other kitchen stuff so we can stay at the house next trip. We also got some nice linen and towels half price at Monoprix in the Bastide. A great store with some lovely home wares. Feels good to be gathering pieces to use before all our stuff gets moved over. That's planned for 28-29 June, all going well.
By then the living area and three beds will be ready for furniture and the roof should be replaced. Once we move we'll decide on the kitchen. It's currently useable but not for much longer. I'm planning a trip over in a couple of weeks, once I get my passport back with it's new visa. Jules' visa will take longer, a new passport needed to progress his. So it's all go with a house to pack up and clean, stuff to sort through, things to discard and a few things to sell. A new start without old baggage.
I'm really looking forward to being there and out exploring the local environs. There's so much to see not too far away; Cathar castles, Narbonne beach, quaint villages, the Black Mountains where there are bears, and historic places like Arles with it's Roman history on show. Plus we can go anywhere in Europe so easily, just need a car really. A job for another day.
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| Spring view across the River Aude |
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| A much needed end of the day vino |
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| The late afternoon view from Andrea's terrace |
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| Bedroom tiles |
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