Barefooting Around Uzès
After “lockdown” in the United States, I could stay in the US with my family or return to my home in Uzès. It was a tough call. For the present, I believe I made the right choice. I am among the “vulnerable” for COVID-19 because of repeated bouts with pneumonia. My grandchildren in the US […]
Pont du Gard. Lights, Cameras, Action!
The ancient Roman aqueduct Pont du Gard is alive each year with an exciting sound and light show. Jean-Jacques Rousseau, one of the eighteenth century’s most influential thinkers and writers, was overwhelmed when he visited Pont du Gard. Imagine what he would say if he witnessed it today. “I had been told to go and […]
Pont du Gard, France: Architecture or Art?
Pont du Gard is reportedly one of the most visited sites in France. But not until I saw it myself would I know why
How to Make French History More Fun
McKenna’s best memory of the day
Oh! “The Places You’ll Go!”
For five full days we packed in as much history, animal adventures, and fun in the south of France as we possibly could.
Romans in France: The Mini-Series
romans in France
Uzès in November: A Two-Day Tour
My first house guest came to visit recently. During her two-day stay, my college-aged friend and I saw some of my favorite spots around Uzès in November: Pont du Gard, San Quentin La Poterie, and Nimes. Uzès in November When I learned that my friend from North Carolina’s daughter wanted to visit Uzès in November […]