A scarred pumpkin from my cousin Judy. Want to know how to do it?   How to scar a pumpkin. See how to scar a pumpkin.   Do tell me your favorite pumpkin recipe?

  'Love is the whole thing. We are only the pieces.' Rumi

  Chelsea and Sacha a year ago, right before Sacha left for Seattle.       A blog reader of mine asked me about French gifts for her grandson who is four years old. I thought I would add my…

                               Stories collected, memories gathered thoughts that keep me going on dark days. The patterns in the sky, the unfolding of hearts, life in the monastery and how I learned…

                     Chestnut Soup In a large heavy soup pan, saute a chopped large onion, three tall thin carrots, and the heart of the celery with their tender tops with a tad of oil…

    Some of my favorite photos from my friends Jean and Natalie's antique shop in Lourmarin, a must see. Happy Birthday, Natalie!       If you are in Provence and would like to come by my home please…