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April 7:

Our 7th day in France was blessed with beautiful sunny weather. After breakfast we hopped on a bus and headed for Montpezat, in Mother Rivier country.  The roads here are narrow, windy and eratic. The tunnels, bridges and endless traffic circles, turn abouts, keep you on the edge of your seats and knuckles white. However, we have been blessed with very skillful drivers. Thankfully, the view is spectacular. There is a seemingly endless number. Of castles, churches and quaint towns that adorn the mountain sides. Reminders of the past Roman presence is everywhere.

At our first stop, Montpezat, we visited places where Mother Rivier was born and raised; the roads she walked; the mountains she climbed and he places she prayed at as a child. These places would come to be reflected in the rest of her life.

In Thuyets we explored the first house Mother Rivier established. Several Sisters live there and a small elementary school is still run on the grounds. It was a very intimate experience to walk in the footsteps of our dear Mother Rivier and to see first hand some of the difficulties she faced and the love she handled everything with.

On our way back to Vivier we stopped at some Roman ruins. It was a city that had been buried for 1500 years. It was found when removing an old vineyard. It was very interesting, however, I think the geckos got more of our attention than the old foundations!!

From all of us here we hope this post finds you all in good health and spirits. We send our love and good wishes to all on the moon.