Today, we took a trip to Rouen to see a chiropractor for Bob's back. The first of a couple of appointments he has made. It has been giving him quite some pain, so after arriving at the required point, it was discovered that the chiro appoint was for tomorrow. After a few phone calls, we secure an appointment with another one. We fill in time until the designated time, by having some lunch, and walking around the streets, and malls of Rouen. After strolling the mall area, which is very pleasant, I can't help but think this is what Maryborough needs. A place for people to wander down, utilize the local eateries, and touristy things, with no hassle from traffic.
The chiropractor, does his bone crunching on Bob's back, so hopefully, within a couple of days, all will settle down.
Tuesday 18th June
Bob's back doesn't appear to have gotten any better from the treatment yesterday, so we go to the second chiropractor in a little place called Londinières. This is a very small community, about 30 mins from Dieppe, and again find the destination of the chiropractor, with the aid of the navigational system in the car. We have been using this most of the trips we have done. The chiro is in the local medical centre. This chiro is very thorough, and took a lot of health history, and time with Bob. He was a young guy, but knew what he was doing, as I heard the cracks when the bones crunched back into place. Bob felt some relief, so again, hopefully, his back will settle soon. The country side is lovely here, very green, and dotted with contented cow and paddocks of crops, such as Wheat, corn, and a crop with little blue flowers, which I have researched and found out that it is flax.
Wednesday, 19th June
Today, we stayed in the local area, and checked out the local castle. It houses the museum here, and has done so since 1923. The castle itself, was built in the 1188, and was destroyed in1195. It was restored in the 14th century. It was also used as a prison for many centuries, and in WWll the castle was used by the Germans. It houses one of the largest Ivory collection in France. It also gives a great view of the coast line.
Bob's back is a little better, but it needs rest. A quick stop at the shop to get something for tea, and day is done.
Thursday, 20th June
A rest day today, back still not brilliant, but we walked down the hill, and explored the area. France is a fascinating place, the way the buildings are built. There are little alley ways and walk ways scattered through out the villages and cities. Tiny streets, just wide enough for one car.
Friday 21st June
Today we are taking a trip back to Caen, to see the War Memorial, that we couldn't get to on the 6th. Most places are very busy in France, and this is no exception. The only notable difference is there is a lot of school children on excursions, of all ages. It is a huge place, and we go through the museum, although, it upset me somewhat, so I got through without looking at much. Bob wandered on, taking in things that interested him. I find these war things bring up so much emotions, the tragic loss of husbands, sons, brothers, uncles, fathers, grandfather's, from both sides. I know we have had to have such things in order for us to live in the freedom we have now. But we are reaping the rewards for such great trageity 75 years earlier. The pain the women went through, not just from our side, but all sides. And yes, some would have been ever so proud of their boys, lads, menfolk. And war keeps happening.
After a light lunch, we adventure to " The Bunker" which is below the museum. There is more items that were used back then, and this bunker was were lots of major decisions were made by the Germans . It is quite long, and quite impressive.
We head back to Dieppe, and I take a turn in the drivers seat. All goes well except for when we have to go through the toll, and present a ticket we previously got from and earlier toll. For some reason, it isn't legible and I have to deal with this. After many attempts to get it to scan, and knowing there are cars backed up behind me, I begin to get flustered, and of course, it's all in French. Bob gently settles me, and eventually after I find the assist button, the fees are paid. When we get to Dieppe, the town is alive with music and entertainment. We shall see what tomorrow night brings.
Saturday, 22nd June
Today, a trip just up the road.
France has 4 Nuclear power plants, and a couple of them are close to this area, about 20 mins away. Penly, is the name of the place, and the town is yet again a very pretty little village. We drive to the power plant, and see all the major Barbed wire fences. Not only is it barbed, but also electric. Serious wiring.
Next we head to Le Tréport, about another 20 mins further on. The weather has turned out to be perfect, and the temperature even better. Le Trèport is another fishing village, with some tourist, but not like other places we have been. All the villages are designed in the same way, in that the marina, is in the middle of the village, and so it sets for a wonderful calm about the place. There are many bathing huts, and Le Trèport has the highest white cliffs on the coast line. There is a funicular that goes up the cliff, and inside them.
Bob gets his first haircut since we have been away, and an understand is achieved on what is required.
I take wheel to go back home, and the navigational system tells me to turn, where it is virtually impossible to. So I disagree and go onwards to the next turn. Hmmmmmm, degree of difficulty, 8. Large car, small road with tables and chairs. Oh and did I mention the bystander watching and giving me odd looks. I gingerly negotiate the road, not damaging anything, turn the next tight corner, and there right in front of me is an even smaller area to drive through. With inches on either side I get through the stone archway with motion sensors alarming. And I had to pick now to drive!!!!!!! After more small roads and up hills, ( put in gear changes in the left hand car) we make our way to the road out.
Later in the evening, Bob and I go out to see what the town is like at night time. At 10.30ish we venture in, there are still lots of people about, the night is very pleasant and most Resturants still have people in then and still serving. We walk and take pics, and make our way to the beach side, eat an ice cream and make our way back to the unit. The town is pretty at night.
Sunday, 23rd June
A quiet day today, just resting and chilling. Went for a walk in the late evening, 10.30 to get some sunset pictures, but alas, it was cloudy, and that didn't happen. But we did see some goats, and the Ferry come into dock.
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