Category Archives: Retirement

What it is like to adjust to retirement and being with each other 24/7.

The Running of the Bulls

Posted on September 27, 2015 by Paul

The Fete continues unabated in St. Remy de Provence! Last night we attended the grand ball or dance on the Place de Republique. This is a large square that has been largely converted to a carnival site. A stage sits … Continue reading →

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Parade of the Ancient Crafts

Posted on September 26, 2015 by Paul

Last night the fete began with a bang…literally. This morning at 9:00 AM an artillery barrage confirmed that the festivities have begun. We spent a large part of the day in our continuing effort to ship a suitcase back home … Continue reading →

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In The Footsteps of Van Gogh

Posted on September 14, 2015 by Paul

We’ve been following in Van Gogh’s footsteps around St. Remy. The local small non-profit museum, Musee Estrine, has a display interpreting the great artist’s life, particularly his time here. Although the museum does not have an original Van Gogh painting, … Continue reading →

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Lentils and Sausage for Brenda

Posted on September 9, 2015 by Paul

Friend Brenda asked for the recipe for our dinner tonight. I will attempt to oblige. Of course the most difficult part of the recipe is obtaining saucisse de Morteau. This is a sausage from eastern France. It’s a basic garlic … Continue reading →

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New Car and Market Day

Posted on September 9, 2015 by Paul

Late yesterday afternoon we took a taxi to Avignon to pick up our new car, courtesy of the Hertz roadside assistance. We now have a small Ford with a backup warning sensor that beeps to tell me how close I … Continue reading →

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Final Days in Montcabrier

Posted on September 4, 2015 by Paul

Today is our last day at Atelier de la Rose in Montcabrier. This peaceful place is a wonderful buffer from the excitement and activity of London and Paris. We have had the opportunity to relax and paint, getting into a … Continue reading →

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Tournon-d’Angenais

Posted on September 2, 2015 by Paul

Yesterday we took a little trip to a medieval town call Tournon-d’Angenais. The old bastide village sits atop a high hill with views in all directions. Although there aren’t many buildings surviving from the middle ages, the village has created … Continue reading →

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Atelier de la Rose in Montcabrier France

Posted on August 23, 2015 by Paul

Yesterday morning we bid adieu to JP, picked up our rental car (a Nissan diesel!) and spent the day driving south to the Lot River valley. It’s a beautiful drive through the breadbasket of France into the hills and river … Continue reading →

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Kauai Day Two

Posted on January 11, 2015 by Paul

Today we ventured to Waimea Canyon. It was a sunny, clear morning with no fog or clouds on the mountains. We were told this is a rare occurrence, so felt lucky. On the way west we swung down to Numila … Continue reading →

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On the Road Again

Posted on November 14, 2013 by Paul

We are traveling again. This time it’s Tempe Arizona to help Jean’s sister who broke her hip while we were in Europe. Jean flew down to get here quickly and I drove, arriving today. Highlights from driving down alone: 1. … Continue reading →

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