During the times I was away from my French home in the winter months, I wished I could see what I was missing. I longed for a December walk around Uzès. Now that I’m firmly planted here for a while, I’d like to share what I’m seeing. So […]
I’m inspired to know people who are staying productive and creative during COVID. While I was in the United States, there were artists in lockdown here in Uzès who created memorable art they are now sharing. British artist Gilly Beal, a resident of Uzès for the past two […]
The gates are beginning to open to visitors and tourists in Uzès mid-COVID, welcoming travelers, particularly from Europe. It’s an anxious time for Uzetians who feel they have been somewhat “safe” in their medieval village
Who knew that the next adventure we would take together would be a worldwide pandemic!? Life never ceases to amaze. And it’s certainly neither black nor white. So here I am, sitting in Atlanta, Georgia, instead of in my sweet apartment in France. While friends in Uzès are enjoying […]
There’s not much that I love more than hobnobbing with royalty. Even if it’s from a distance. Each year Uzes hosts a musical event during the summer that brings in famed artists from around the world. This year, the festival brought in French royalty — Prince Albert of […]
What’s not to love about a truffle-hunting pig
thankful for every bite
Uzes is for French foodies
Fete Votive Uzes 2015 was spectacular. How will this year’s event compare? By far, one of the most exciting events of the year in Uzes, in my opinion, is Fete Votive. Next week it’s live along the main street in Uzes with lights, action and extraordinary booming sounds. […]
I’m feeling pretty smug these days that I get a south France holiday everyday. I’m sorry, but it’s true. I feel like I’m the luckiest person in the world to be here. Lately I’ve had more good luck to be included in the travel plans of my “blog […]
This week I’ve been visiting Camp Rosie. It sits deep in the Cape Fear region of North Carolina. For those who don’t know the southern states of the US, a lot of geography here is defined by rivers. The Cape Fear River runs through this part of the […]
There are few words better than “explosive” to describe the late night parade in Uzes that accompanied Fete Votive 2015.
It’s market day!
romans in France
When I was giving hints about moving to France and getting rid of stuff, the rest of the story hadn’t played out.
If you don’t already have your bags packed, here are a few things you’ll surely miss staying at home.
For all those ‘doubters’ out there who think the Barefoot Blogger will never learn French, here’s news.
The French are so passionate about their oysters, they consume more of the hard-shelled delicacies than they export.
French opera, performed live in New York, broadcast live at a cinema in Uzes — with French subtitles.
People often ask: “why did you move to France?”