Day 10 Lectore- Condom 9th Aug 26.9 klms

Right in the heart of Armagnac country and I find that it was the ancient pilgrims who made that drink popular by taking it with them to other parts. This sort of migration must have done so much for the mixing culture, commerce and relations. A civilising element, as diverse peoples were joined by a common theme?

I learn that part of the distillation is the evaporation of about 30% called ``Part d`ange`` (the part taken by angels)- such a novel and romantic notion, so in tune with the latins and my own inclinations.

The roads are more natural and less bitumen. Richer countryside.

At night we stay at the communal refuge (Gite) and sare a dinner of Cassolet, gisserd salde and wine with Emanuel, Anne Claire, Jaycinth and Julie. The back is playing up a bit and i definately need more sustenance at breakfast so Julie kindly fixes me some boiled eggs for the morning.

Smile meter is 6/10