But as I have mentioned in the past, just because I hang my hat in this lauded region doesn’t mean that the everyday stress of life magically disappears. So while all is relatively well, health intact etc., Remi and I found ourselves in strong need of a soupape, a breather to let off the steam fogging up our vision.
We have discovered something of a spot of the “c’est réellement un spot ici” kind. It isn’t terribly well known, even amongst the Provençaux. A Secret Provence? Yes, it does exist but if you think I am going to tell you where it is, you overestimate my otherwise generous nature…at least for now.
Perhaps I am simply being my superstitious self. For every time we visit, no matter what worries pre-occupy our busy minds, they disappear like dandelion fluff. I am holding tight to my little talisman.
Yesterday the rain threatened, bullyishly, despite having already trapped us inside all weekend. But it passed. The path was still wet and we had to keep a strict eye on the furry ones who longed to roll in the mud.
For the first time, I had taken my camera with me, certain that the act of choosing to look would bring about something positive as it always does. And although I am not as thrilled with the photos as I was in taking them, I am content in the memory of that two hour stroll.
For as that golden light, the one that side-swipes the dark broke through, I stopped walking for a moment and a thought without thinking misted over me: “It really is beautiful, Provence.” Vision cleared.
Lucky me.
The way you speak of it, you would think that I was the one getting married! 🙂 Nothing decided yet for lots of reasons and decisions, they are taking their time.
Bisous!
And far more of a nudge from Nature. She trumps. The Rhone was at it its highest levels that I have seen since we lived here and it was impressive indeed…
WE are all lucky to have you sharing these photos!
How are the wedding plans going?FRANCE??OR AMERICA?Do tell…………
That's a raw beauty, with nary a nudge from man.
We all need it Lorrie. You also live in an incredibly beautiful place and yet we still have our ups and downs!
You are so generous in your kindness, V. Thank you. And I will agree with you in that it just takes looking…I can't always capture what I see yet but that act of opening up feels mighty wonderful wherever it might be.
Love to you!
Thank you, Edgar. You understand perfectly.
I am so sorry Leslie, I have no idea what that plant is! But it certainly is beautiful…The foliage all around was so thick and varied–like a carpet.
And always, thank you SO much friend for your wonderful words and perspective…
xo,
H
Helen, there is so much that I can imagine you painting here! I think you would be aux anges…
xo,
H
You are welcome, Sandy–it is too pretty not to share!