“Nora Jones” Next Door
You only have to go outside your door in Uzes to find a world of entertainment and friendly people.
Behind Village Walls in Uzes
My friend, Geoffrey, has turned part of his garden in Uzes into a barnyard
Starlight Tango at Uzes’ Château du Duché
The parking lot that my apartment shares with the Château du Duché is closed to traffic once a week through August. An ongoing festival, clearly for the benefit of tourists, is staged one evening each week to draw visitors to the village.
Jersey Boys, The French Movie
There’s a movie theatre not too far from my apartment — the only one in town. The French version about the “4 Hommes” was playing when I got there. The English version would be two hours later. “What the heck,” says me to me. “I’ll watch the movie […]
Village Scenes in Uzes: Public Services
Horse-drawn carriages provide water for the town’s gardens in Uzes.
Uzès to Nice: Nice!
Traveling by train from Uzès to Nice for the weekend was too much of a good thing to pass up. If the chance to visit with friends wasn’t enough, the low-cost train fare made the trip a “must.” A friend from North Carolina accompanied her daughter to Nice […]
5 Eco Tips I Learned in France
One of the main reasons I moved to France was to experience the French way of life. What I’ve learned so far has given me eco-friendly, economical and sure-fire ways to solve some vexing problems … like how to: 1. Treat cold sores Remember hearing about the “medicine man” […]
It’s A Blustery Day in France: Le Mistral
When I was first considering the move to Uzes, France, a new friend mentioned the “wind” in the winter, Le Mistral. Since she chooses to return to her home in London each year from late September until April, I figured the “wind” was a convenient rationale, rather than […]
Paris Christmas Lights
I’ve always wanted to visit Paris or London for Christmas. The thought of Paris Christmas Lights or London, decked in holiday lighting, is thrilling. Paris Christmas Lights Since I’m only two hours away by fast train to Paris, I decided I’d check out the Paris Christmas lights. London […]
Christmas Market in Uzes, France
Christmas Market in Uzes is an annual event that residents and visitors eagerly await. It’s the time when everyone knows they can find favorite holiday foods and unique handmade gifts. Mid-December Uzes stages a Christmas Market that no one wants to miss. In addition to food and wine tastings […]
Give Thanks for New Friends Who Help Color My World
New Friends Who Help Color My World Thanksgiving has a new meaning to me this year. It’s not a holiday in France. Never mind, I’m making it my personal day to thank all the new people who have come into my world this year. Yesterday, I drove to […]
Life in France: More about Sheets
Perhaps stories about bedding in France is too much about nothing. I wish it could be over and done with myself. It just goes on… and on.
Neighborhood Views in Uzes
Many sights around the Uzes, France neighborhood have been building up in my camera. It’s time to share. As you would imagine, many narrow streets with ancient buildings surround Uzes. From my apartment, heading to the main road, some alleyways and sights are along the way. Now that […]
I’m Living in France!
Moving day in France
Moving to France: Please-a-Visa
What’s needed to move to France from the US
Moving to France: So Much To Do, So Little Time
Packing and Moving to France
Going To Live in France!
I’m moving to France
On the Road to Sete France
Next stop, Sete, France
Summer Weekends in Uzès are a Taste of France
There’s always something to do on the weekends in Uzes France
A Fine Friendship, But No Romance
First visit to Nimes, France for lunch