Category: Living in France
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The Part about Saying Goodbye is the Part I do not like.
There has been a silent tension in the house for weeks. I have sensed its sly momentum: Sneaking around the corners, hiding under the bed, poking its ugly head in moments that should be happy… it has been building slowly,…
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Les Calanques in the South of France
Photos by Chelsea. The calanques, (a Corsican word for inlet) between Marseilles and Cassis are a hidden treasure that you can access only by boat, or by foot…or by car if you know about it… Well, Chelsea and her good…
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Douce, Provence
Sweet France, the first day of summer holidays.Half of France is on the road today, driving to the seaside, or the mountains, or somewhere to be. Somewhere to laugh, to rest, and enjoy the simple pleasures that soak the heart…
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How I Came to Live in France
Because I didn't like the 110 degree heat in my hometown as a child. Because the Sound of Music made being a nun look like fun. Because while living in a monastery in New Mexico, I said my name was…
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The Ferris Wheel in Avignon
Photos and Text by Corey Amaro I love riding the Ferris Wheel especially in the evening. French Husband took the picture (above) of me running towards it… Yes I am still a child at heart. He said, "I have never…
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Diamonds in the Olive Trees
Along the winding way to Sacha's BMX track, which weaves through olive orchards, vineyards and goat farms, the road is narrow with spectacular views. Views that I barely notice because the twisty snake of a road is similar…