THE PRETTY LITTLE TOWN OF HONFLEUR

What a great picturesque little village! After leaving Bayeux we decided we all felt good enough to continue our journey. Dave, Meghan and I were feeling a little under the weather but we pressed on because we knew our days in France were running out and we didn't want to miss anything. What an understatement.......unfortunately we will miss A LOT!Honfleur has been known as a maritime port since XIII th century.

Slate is extensively used: tiling the roofs and often finishing the facades.

Little cafes lined the city centre along the port. We were surprised that all the shops were open on Sunday which is not typically what we have experienced in all our travels in France. Upon inquiring at one of the shops while making a purchase, the owner told us it is because of their close proximity to Paris. We understood... tourists bring money!!!

As we were leaving on Sunday morning Dave looked out the car window and captured these painted shutters. So much to see all the time!

Dave has decided he likes my camera as well. Almost all of the photos were taken with his "eyes" this weekend. Meghan and I are thinking we know what present he needs next. Our B&B was located on this narrow windy street. Luckily they provided a garage for our car.

My friend, Anne-Elisabeth called ahead to make our B&B reservation since the owner spoke limited English. He was so kind that he called and made reservations for the three of us at a restaurant he recommended. Meghan has become our little interpreter and understands much more than I realized until this weekend. The language can sometimes be a barrier but we have found everyone to be so kind and helpful. Hopefully in return we have changed some of their preconceived ideas of Americans.

A typical scene we frequently see here in France. I assume they are airing out their bedding.

HEBREWS 11:1 "Faith is being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see."