…a lot like Christmas. Everywhere you go…
The place du Forum has been transformed into erstwhile skating rink where Friday night teens laugh a little too loudly…
…while the more mature of the lot watch and smoke with casual glances at the hoops and hollers.
It is quiet nonetheless. Most of the cafés are already stacking their chairs…
…a few shops remain open…
…to tempt well-dressed (Constance bag toting) shoppers with their wares…
…but tonight is the beginning of the “Drôles de Noêl”, yes, the town’s Christmas celebration…
…and the Place de la Republique is decked in fir finery, waiting for the families to arrive…
…but a trail of lights…
…lead me all the way home.
It is nearly eight at night and I am waiting for my honey to arrive from a photo shoot in Grenoble. Once he is here, the holidays will really begin.
Have a wonderful weekend everyone!
So charming!! The Christmas spirit is certainly alive and well in Arles!
Merci Lene!! Merry Christmas to you as well!!!
I wish you a very Merry Christmas filled with lots of joy and warmth!
Big Christmas hug from Lene
Thank you my dear, dear Marsha–what would we all do without your wonderful spirit? I will pass on your blessings to both of my guys, the furry and the non and will send them back to you as strongly as I can! Merry Christmas!!!
Merry Christmas, my precious Heather, Remi & Ben. May the Lord continue to bless you and your family.
Lovely Amelia, also wishing you a very Happy Holidays!!