Bank fest

 Many things are strange for the Brits living in France and last night was a good example. If you have a savings account with your bank you belong to a co-op and have a responsibility to participate in mutual stuff, or as its called a 'moment of conviviality'.  

About 100 people turned up last night to a posh gaff in Limoux, to listen to speeches and have a drink, a bit of a meal and to listen to the band. Bob said it was like an AGM. 

The only AGMs I've ever been to were very low key... this had quite delicious nibbles and barbequed lumps of meat and prawn and of course premier bulle blanquette. The speeches indicated that the banks' money was being spent on local green issues and some recipients of the dosh made little speeches to prove it  - all most worthy - though one can't help but wonder who paid for the feast.