One we can use and we all have to do in these difficult economic times.
So many times our sayings do not translate in French and here is an example of a saying we use which has the same meaning in French. Toulouse town hall are " tightening their belts" se serre la ceinture.
Plan d'économies : le Capitole se serre la ceinture
Malc says that is what we will have to do if we do not rent the gite in June and July! When I am enjoying the pool will I care?
