Now that I’ve seen the movie “Loving Van Gogh” — in French no less, with no subtitles — I’m remembering my first visit to Saint-Rémy-de-Provence I started my quest for Van Gogh’s trail in Saint-Rémy-de-Provence early on a beautiful, sunny morning. Temperatures were in the high 70’s and a light wind […]
Cook’n with Class Uzes gives me the opportunity to explore my personal feelings about living in France in their monthly blog. You may be surprised what I’ve learned about French life. When I came to France to live four years ago, I knew very little about French people. […]
Dear friends, thank you so much for your kind notes and concern about my family. I’m so blessed to know you all. Saturday I’m heading back to France. After a stopover in London, I’ll arrive in Uzes on Monday, October 2. The time cannot arrive soon enough. A […]
A few months ago a dear friend from my days in Beaufort, South Carolina, passed away — age 95. “Ms. Dottie,” as she was lovingly called by all in the historic district of the small Southern town, was the Barefoot Blogger’s inspiration, my muse, and my confidant. It’s […]
I’ve been asking Nancy McGee of Absolutely Southern France to tell me all about her Mediterranean cruise shore excursions. There are several of you who have contacted the Barefoot Blogger for information. Read on and learn about going ashore along the French Riviera. Even if you’re an armchair […]
This time four years ago I was headed toward one of the biggest adventures in my life — destination Uzes France. To grasp the reality of it all, I’m taking a look back to see how it all started. Only four more days until I leave for my great […]
As I write this post I’m a long way from the hot weather in France. I’m in the US for a few weeks spending time with my “grands.” Usually I’m not anxious to leave Uzes, but I’ll admit, the heat was getting to me. The thermometer in town […]
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 […]
Learn to cook Provençal at Le Pistou Cooking School Uzes, France
What’s happening in Uzès France July 14? I set out with my camera to see how the French celebrate in this small town. It’s all about family, food, dancing and fireworks. This year, it was also about brocante. A hundred or more brocante dealers showed off their best […]
Andy Newman’s packable art exhibit next to the Tourist office in Uzes features original art of places around town and in this part of France
Days filled with things I love
Visit the Luberon for a rainbow of summer colors
Jane’s tale of getting back to business after a winter break and updates on the B&b in France
Next time you visit Nice, plan a morning or afternoon at the Musêe National Marc Chagall.
If you want to get a taste of the city. On this visit, I spent Day 1 at the Bordeaux Cité de Vin, learning about the secrets of great wine.
Bordeaux wine tour
Bordeaux city guide
Moonlight and Absinthe in Antibes