tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2498719763759636773.post8273424550795141080..comments2023-10-14T18:34:30.879+02:00Comments on Lost in Arles: Summer's Zenith in the AlpillesHeather Robinsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01316279029849503437noreply@blogger.comBlogger32125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2498719763759636773.post-45302180088247233772015-08-24T00:01:54.063+02:002015-08-24T00:01:54.063+02:00It's such a relief isn't it when the weath...It's such a relief isn't it when the weather finally breaks. I hadn't realised the 15th was also a holiday in France. Thanks for stopping by my blog x x Sarah Elizabethhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17056904503443805398noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2498719763759636773.post-62831910638889899352015-08-23T12:19:13.870+02:002015-08-23T12:19:13.870+02:00Such a wonderful chapter you have to dive into...s...Such a wonderful chapter you have to dive into...such an interesting new season of your lives! Heather Robinsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01316279029849503437noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2498719763759636773.post-16195495211662125082015-08-23T12:18:03.950+02:002015-08-23T12:18:03.950+02:00Thank you!Thank you!Heather Robinsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01316279029849503437noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2498719763759636773.post-69942079907284669932015-08-22T01:27:00.132+02:002015-08-22T01:27:00.132+02:00Mixed emotions the change of seasons brings as we ...Mixed emotions the change of seasons brings as we are concluding one of the warmest, sunniest summers ever recorded in Seattle (but of course have had way too many deadly wild fires across the state as a result as well) but with the change of seasons means a return to the new chapter of our lives in Greece; a beginning and an end but that is the way of all seasons, isn't it?Jackie and Joel Smithhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14074129927177165084noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2498719763759636773.post-90759994648815107142015-08-21T12:16:51.548+02:002015-08-21T12:16:51.548+02:00Hmmm, but your situation is different, Sister. I h...Hmmm, but your situation is different, Sister. I hear you about being sad that summer is over. And I am sending you a big hug. I love you so much!Heather Robinsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01316279029849503437noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2498719763759636773.post-84653597163184728382015-08-21T12:15:35.417+02:002015-08-21T12:15:35.417+02:00Thanks for sharing your incredibly beautiful corne...Thanks for sharing your incredibly beautiful corner of the world with your readers too Lorrie! :)<br /><br />And yes, I see those tired tree tops here too...One big pumpkin growing in the community garden. Unfortunately, not ours!Heather Robinsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01316279029849503437noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2498719763759636773.post-71265359227716851622015-08-20T22:25:43.782+02:002015-08-20T22:25:43.782+02:00Yes, summer ending can be a relief from the heat b...Yes, summer ending can be a relief from the heat but it makes me sad! I think this is because it means that David is back to his school schedule AND that the hellacious winter is that much closer! But these are pessimistic views - live for today, hello??? And today we're having a super cool day after a brutally hot one yesterday - it's only 70! Loved seeing the photos - the pups hiding in the shade and the blue blues - and how funny to think that a car ride would be a treat for the air conditioner!! Yes, fall is so nice - best to remember that and welcome it!robinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04238181152648216554noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2498719763759636773.post-85056914189357432012015-08-20T19:20:44.656+02:002015-08-20T19:20:44.656+02:00It's coming. The tree tops here show a tired g...It's coming. The tree tops here show a tired green, protesting against the sun, too tired any longer to make chlorophyll. Pumpkins and squash grow fat and orange. We're in the in-between season. Savoring summer and anticipating autumn. <br />What a great outing you had. Thanks for sharing Provence with us.Lorriehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03653026442945027184noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2498719763759636773.post-69763131637853205292015-08-20T15:30:24.766+02:002015-08-20T15:30:24.766+02:00Ah to finally be able to sleep without the loud dr...Ah to finally be able to sleep without the loud drone of the fan!! It is great isn't it? And I love the earlier nightfall too...Heather Robinsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01316279029849503437noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2498719763759636773.post-76930908904710429342015-08-20T15:10:01.984+02:002015-08-20T15:10:01.984+02:00Yes, I can feel it....the heat and the todos atmos...Yes, I can feel it....the heat and the todos atmosphere and also the start of the end of the summer. Also much deeper in the south we notice the nightfall is coming sooner already and we enjoy the pleasant nights either on<br />the terrace or in the bedroom, which was not possible a week ago. I really looking forward to the autumn. Mumbaihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11371965577645396996noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2498719763759636773.post-47737222730628235452015-08-20T13:03:34.510+02:002015-08-20T13:03:34.510+02:00The fires were on the news last night here, Edgar....The fires were on the news last night here, Edgar. I didn't catch as to where they are but I am hoping that you and yours remain safe and sound. Our poor Earth...Heather Robinsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01316279029849503437noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2498719763759636773.post-44195172649965930532015-08-20T13:02:41.958+02:002015-08-20T13:02:41.958+02:00Oh how funny. Actually, we ended up stopping at a ...Oh how funny. Actually, we ended up stopping at a boulangerie for quiche and sandwiches (plus extra water for us and the boys) and taking it to our favorite place -the one we call "La Vallée Secret"!Heather Robinsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01316279029849503437noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2498719763759636773.post-50201842946933271522015-08-20T13:01:25.235+02:002015-08-20T13:01:25.235+02:00Ours has been as brutal as yours normally are, Lor...Ours has been as brutal as yours normally are, Loree! So yes, that gorgeous, gorgeous amber light at sunset is most welcome. <br />I am happy you have had a good summer, well-deserved!Heather Robinsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01316279029849503437noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2498719763759636773.post-3019149999135001392015-08-20T13:00:24.509+02:002015-08-20T13:00:24.509+02:00You are welcome, Mr. Facker. I know that you tend ...You are welcome, Mr. Facker. I know that you tend to stay up North on your visits to La Belle France and I am determined to show you that there is more than that on offer! <br /><br />My parents lived in San Diego for many years and they too would track the subtle changes in the weather.<br />Sending my Best to you in Hawaii,<br />H.Heather Robinsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01316279029849503437noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2498719763759636773.post-54138830247349410022015-08-20T12:58:56.001+02:002015-08-20T12:58:56.001+02:00You know! My goodness, I wish I wasn't quite s...You know! My goodness, I wish I wasn't quite so ready for it to be over...But enough is enough! ;)Heather Robinsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01316279029849503437noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2498719763759636773.post-27896766152637543882015-08-20T12:58:19.186+02:002015-08-20T12:58:19.186+02:00Ah, that last detail just slayed me, Bonnie. A fig...Ah, that last detail just slayed me, Bonnie. A fig tree! There is one on my path where I walk the boys in the evenings and I have been steadily watching its dails progression towards ripeness. Not ready yet...yours must be a happier fig! <br />And I remember when we lived in the heart of Arles, we would hear the rolling of suitcase wheels especially at this time of year...Heather Robinsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01316279029849503437noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2498719763759636773.post-49626872100152916852015-08-20T12:56:29.209+02:002015-08-20T12:56:29.209+02:00I know what you mean...we did have many BBQs but h...I know what you mean...we did have many BBQs but have not gone to the sea once! It was just too hot to be enjoyable (for me) this year. This summer was all about just trying to keep our poor garden alive! <br />I do hope you get to meet the boys one day...<br />xoxoxox<br />hHeather Robinsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01316279029849503437noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2498719763759636773.post-30705583129946958702015-08-20T12:55:04.506+02:002015-08-20T12:55:04.506+02:00Thank you friend. That blue is loud, isn't it?...Thank you friend. That blue is loud, isn't it? Looking at the photos today, I am not so happy with them! Too much contrast and not enough of the peace I felt in them. But again, merci...Heather Robinsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01316279029849503437noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2498719763759636773.post-27130053779936566792015-08-20T12:53:48.412+02:002015-08-20T12:53:48.412+02:00Ah, I have been noticing the notebooks and pens on...Ah, I have been noticing the notebooks and pens on promotion at the grocery store but being a cranky old lady with little tolernance for noise from the village kids, I have cheered commerce's interruption in this case! Heather Robinsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01316279029849503437noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2498719763759636773.post-23551886678559987992015-08-20T12:52:39.832+02:002015-08-20T12:52:39.832+02:00Mine too but ours is so short here, Karena. We hav...Mine too but ours is so short here, Karena. We have a really long Indian Summer and then - poof! - winter arrives. I miss having a real autumn like we do in Michigan.Heather Robinsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01316279029849503437noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2498719763759636773.post-86779540360143869722015-08-20T12:51:49.052+02:002015-08-20T12:51:49.052+02:00Ooh, thank you! The poem is absolutely perfect. Ja...Ooh, thank you! The poem is absolutely perfect. James Agee is such a wonderful poet, isn't he? I will go listen to the recording. Merci, belle amie! Heather Robinsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01316279029849503437noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2498719763759636773.post-931925844786980562015-08-20T05:44:37.824+02:002015-08-20T05:44:37.824+02:00The hot summers maybe changing. The breeze seems t...The hot summers maybe changing. The breeze seems to be laser sharp cooler and leaves starting to yellow.But with beautiful landscapes like yours you will want to enjoy summer a little longer.<br /><br />With fires raging in all parts of California and drought still in high pitch an early season change with rain will be a blessing for us.<br />Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2498719763759636773.post-74761033062531741362015-08-20T00:11:09.052+02:002015-08-20T00:11:09.052+02:00I love your photos - I just inserted a plate of ri...I love your photos - I just inserted a plate of ripe peaches into them, for some reason! Hope you took a picnic! It all just looks so beautiful, the land, the sky, the dogs! Thank you!Judi of Little Househttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01139266622691344314noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2498719763759636773.post-63351856287803662682015-08-19T22:44:05.039+02:002015-08-19T22:44:05.039+02:00It is strange how keenly some of us feel the shift...It is strange how keenly some of us feel the shift in the seasons. I am noticing it too. The light has lost its harshness and is starting to turn to amber again. I am loving it as I am loving the cooler night breezes and the rain we had again last Sunday, This summer has been nothing short of miraculous - although July made up for that by being pretty harsh.Loreehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12520908604580765632noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2498719763759636773.post-76281921141174765072015-08-19T22:27:12.909+02:002015-08-19T22:27:12.909+02:00Nice, Heather .. few "Family Outings" ar...Nice, Heather .. few "Family Outings" are enjoyable as those to nature .. you've shared beautifully. Even on Kauai, we enjoy subtle changes as the Summer months plod lazily along .. but definitive shifts in weather and scenery are certainly a treat and majestic display of nature's glory. Mahalo for taking us on a drive through incomparable Provence !<br /><br />Aloha,<br />Bill<br /><br />www.kauai-to-paris.comBill Fackerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02341328707536893948noreply@blogger.com