Behind French Garden Walls: A Bit of Silk Mill History
When driving down the backroads of France near Uzés, it’s a common sight to ride alongside tall stone walls. You know these beautifully laid stones must conceal something amazing. Perhaps behind French garden walls there’s a story to be told.
An Autumn Week South of France
Autumn Week South of France How do you spend an autumn week in the south of France? I will visit beaux villages, go to brocante stores and outdoor markets, dine with friends, and eat great food. That’s how! Have I told you lately how much I love France? After a few stressful months in the […]
American in France: French Healthcare, Part 1
A unique perspective on my French vs. USA healthcare from one who has experienced a similar orthopedic injury and treatment in both countries.
Memories Begin in Nice 👍
The Memories You Promised Yourself Tour ladies landed in Nice today
Memories Tour Interrupted
On the eighth day of the South of France Memories Tour with author Patricia Sands and sixteen lovely ladies, I ended up in a French hospital.
Need A Reason To Love Pézenas?
When some expats are choosing a place to locate, it seems to be a toss-up between Uzès and Pezanas. Here are some of the reasons you’ll love Pezanas.
Hot Air Balloon Adventures in France
Every time I visit the US to see family, it’s always the same. My grandson insists on watching videos of his grandmother’s hot air balloon ride. I’ll admit, when I think about the day I took my first hot air balloon ride, I get as excited as a 4-year-old. Hot Air Balloon The idea for a […]
Time for Water Jousting in Sete!
It’s time for the St. Louis Festival in Sete. Gee, I hate to miss it this year. It’s always so much fun: beach time, parties, and the Sete water jousting competitions. I’m in the States with my family. Why now? After four years in France, I’ve learned that August is an excellent time to leave […]
The Perfect Châteauneuf-du-Pape Wine Tour
Châteauneuf-du-Pape Wine Tour When visitors to the south of France ask which Châteauneuf-du-Pape wineries to visit, here’s the best Châteauneuf-du-Pape wine tour I know. The wine-growing region that covers approximately 3,200 hectares (12.4 miles) of land in the Rhone Valley is home to some of France’s most well-known… and pricey wines. Unless you know much […]
7 Days in Dordogne: Up, Up and Away!
What a day! A visit to Chenonceau ended our tour on a high note. My traveling companion and long-lost and found friend from grade school, Julie, and I put some serious miles behind us. We drove over four hours straight from Sarlat to Tours. I’m dropping Julie off at the train station in Tours tomorrow […]