Sunday, April 26, 2009

When you visit, be prepared to bring stuff!

Ok, technically, Gigi is our 1st visitor. But we have had several of our friends to see us here in France and even one family member, all associated with Michelin. They have been a great support to us and certainly we are glad to see familiar faces from time to time. We have had the pleasure of having many meals with friends who can relate to working and living in Clermont. In fact, Preston is out entertaining some of our visiting friends/Michelin people tonight. One of the great things about them coming is that they often bring us much missed goodies from the states like:

Little Debbie Honeybuns for Lauren
Carmex chapstick for Maya
Aunt Jemima syrup and Pancake mix for John
Ebony, Essence, O, Time, etc. Magazines and Twizzlers for Me
Grits, Texas Pete Hotsauce and Sweet Baby Rays BBQ sauce for Preston
Spree candy, Wheat Thins and Jergens Lotion for Daniele
HP Ink for our printer

Preston's cousin Shon even gave Preston his 1st haircut here back in September. Ever since, Preston has been doing it himself!



Although we have found suitable substitutes for many things, there are just somethings that there is no substitute for. Thank you Shon, Steve, Shelia and Brian for all that you have done so far. I look forward to your next assignment here and our next "package."

1 comment:

Leslie Swain said...

Preston, Clarrette, & family: It's so good to read your updates. I got the update from Vivian, and she sent me the blog address. You guys never cease to amaze me. I miss you guys terribly. I love my new neighbors but there will certainly never be a family to replace you guys. You are so fortunate to have been afforded the experiences of France. I can't believe how big the kids have gotten, and my grandmother still asks about little John. You guys certainly have ventured out since leaving Stanly County. I never imagined to see Clarrette in the snow of all places. Hope everyone is well, and please tell the whole family I said hello.