Wimbledon, Strawberries and Pim's - Oh my!

Just back from the first weekend we've spent in England at a friend's house in Kent, and full of the joys of England and "home". It was such a treat to go back and feel part of something again, but the experience also left us feeling more positive about Paris and life in France having had a shot of confidence from home. 

Seeing a great friend has that effect - it reminds you who you were, and still are, and should be, and leaves you edified and ready to face the world again, in any language.

With the weather glorious and the Kent countryside looking green and lovely, we headed over to a friend's house to celebrate her birthday this weekend. The Eurostar to Ashford was almost too easy - under two hours from the Gare du Nord to the English countryside - such luxury! It was heaven to see our favourite friend, and in only two days, we managed to feast on such English delicacies as gooseberry fool, strawberries and cream, roast beef and yorkshire pudding, Pim's in the garden, and the obligatory endless cups of tea- bliss! 

There was also lots of sitting around reading the papers, watching Wimbledon, long walks, a garden visit (with a smoking hot band of recorder players laid on for entertainment - practically a festival really!) good lengthy chats and lots of giggles. 

Possibly the best part of all was coming back to Paris and for once not being overwhelmed by Sunday-blues - it's nearly the holidays! 

Could England be our new favourite holiday destination? I think so!