It is strange this week to be in England as Thanksgiving is almost upon us. Here there is no ‘Thanksgiving’ anywhere, just lots of ‘Christmas’! I’m not rushing around food shopping or thinking about how I am going to decorate …

There is something special about this time of year, a mystical wonder in the air, the anticipation of the season. Daylight fades much earlier, evenings are longer, there is a distinct chill at night and early mornings are fresh and …

Thanksgiving is about family and dear friends, to be surrounded by those we love. Thanksgiving is when Autumn’s golden hues, its’ burnt umbers and cinnamons change to winter’s mantle of green and white. Thanksgiving is when the nights have drawn in …

Probably, we were the only British family celebrating this much beloved American Holiday in Provence and certainly in Lourmarin!Like many families far away in USA,  I prepared the house for the family and for the celebration! Once suit cases were unpacked, as …