At the brocante in Carpentras, I stumbled across these gorgeous displays of butterflies and other insects. I never learned how old they were but the specimens were spectacular. I wanted so badly to bring one home but I decided such fragile beauty would never survive even a carry-on plane ride back to the states. I…
Views from Gordes
While the hilltop village of Gordes commands a stop to see the jaw-dropping views, wandering the streets affords a different perspective. Here, just a few random images from walking in this medieval village. More to come on this beautiful place that captivates with its history, and crowned by a church and a castle.
Gorgeous Day in Lourmarin
Aix-en-Provence Weekly Market
The market in Aix is held every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. Much needed rain today didn’t keep anyone away. Thank goodness! Fall clothing, Provençal fabrics, lavender soaps, linens and more. And if that’s not enough to tempt you, how about this?
Return to Provence
Bonjour from sunny Provence, where it’s as beautiful as always but much warmer than I had expected for early October. The last couple of days have been gorgeous and sunny but with perfect cool nights — sleeping with the windows open kind of weather, my most favorite kind! First stop after flying into Marseille and…
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