Tag Archives: Village Fleuri

The Mayor’s Speech, 2023

Posted on January 7, 2023 by loren24250

Another step back to normality (after the restrictions caused by the Covid pandemic) was taken last night, as villagers gathered in our community hall to trade New Year’s good wishes; listen to the Mayor’s update on village life; and linger … Continue reading →

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We’ve gone up by a flower!

Posted on April 13, 2018 by loren24250

Every January, our Mayor leads a public meeting  in the Salle des fêtes in which he updates villagers on accomplishments during the year just ended, and plans for the year ahead. His remarks are quite detailed, covering everything from road … Continue reading →

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The Village Fleuri signage

Posted on October 30, 2017 by loren24250

Yesterday (Sunday), I changed the “header photo” on this blog, to show one of Daglan’s Village Fleuri signs. (Inserting a different photo is a weekly task.) This has prompted me to re-post part of what I published earlier this year … Continue reading →

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Progress report — early July 2017

Posted on July 8, 2017 by loren24250

I am a resolute supporter of progress, believing that a Continuous Improvement Program should be part of everyone’s life (and that includes every home, every business, every government, and so on). And I am delighted to report that our little … Continue reading →

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Some sunny summer Sunday joys

Posted on June 11, 2017 by loren24250

We’ve been enjoying wonderful summer weather for the past while, and today’s weather is no exception. It’s hot and sunny, but not too humid. And since Sunday should be a day of enjoyment, here are a few things we’re currently … Continue reading →

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The village of art, of flowers — and of bugs

Posted on July 23, 2016 by loren24250

Cautionary note to readers: If your fear of insects is so great that you would be terrified by the sight of a grasshopper that is longer than a metre (roughly three feet), then read no further. For the rest of … Continue reading →

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