Military and medals

Of course the projected visit to the swimming pool on Sunday morning was out of the question. Matthew and Lolita came to lunch  and gave moral support.

The boys were hoping  to see the new Tintin film in the afternoon, but there were no seats left, so with Nick and Giles, they caught a tram to the town centre and had a wander.  Louis was very amused by Sacha's order in the café : "a hot chocolate with cream, or something else."

School on Monday was hard work for Louis. He hopped into the playground at a tremendous pace, then had to be reminded that a fall wouldn't be a good idea.



I think that he is finding that the crutches slip easily on polished surfaces, and has to accept that he won't be able to keep up with the others for a while.

In the afternoon, his class were taken to see a "Prise d'Armes" at the local barracks. It was by special invitation. The children saw the French flag raised, and heard the Marseillaise (the French National Anthem.) The soldiers honoured those who had returned from military service overseas, in Libya, Afghanistan and other postings, not only in the front line, but also on peace-keeping missions.  Medals were presented.

.A Minister was present, and in his speech he thanked Louis' teacher for bringing the children. They were given a special "goûter" before leaving. All the children received a  "medal" to commemorate the occasion. 

  I have been promised some photos of the ceremony, and will post them here as soon as I receive them!