Blancaneaux was named after Francis Joseph Blancaneaux (1852-1923), a French botanist who was the original owner. With a French heritage like mine, and the fact that he and I share two names (Joseph & Francois), no wonder I liked the place as soon as I arrived with my good friend, Guy. Aside from a plan to have lunch, the main reason for us being here was because Guy was scheduled to be interviewed for a podcast. This place has a fast and mostly reliable internet connection, which is essential for a clear podcast.
Considering the content of Guy's message regarding abrupt climate change, and the fact that it is a rather apocalyptic scenario, it was a funny coincidence that we found ourselves sitting in what has come to be known as " the apocalypse room" at Blancaneaux Lodge. Here is a photo of the room.
If you look closely you may be able to see a ceiling fan spinning above the bar. Up until the beginning of 2017, the fan that used to be there was the fan that was in the opening scene https://m.youtube.com/?reload=2&rdm=2ifxdj614#/watch?v=e5L617dEXlE
of the movie mentioned at the start this post, and hence the nickname for the room. However, on his most recent visit back in January (?), Mr. Coppola decided to take the famous fan with him. Maybe he knows what's coming or perhaps he reads Guy's website? In any event, the fan and the room's name helped provide some gallows humour for Guy's podcast interview which can be found at this link: https://guymcpherson.com/2017/04/archived-interview-with-carol-rosin-and-more/#more-13935
It ended up being a good day out, and prior to our departure, I took a few more photos.
Finally, a view of the gardens at the Lodge.
living a life of simple acceptance,
Paul
The Thoughtful Wanderer
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