Monthly Archives: May 2013

Honey bees abound in France’s wild bay laurels

Posted on May 18, 2013 by alisoninfrance

Walking in the garrigue, the scrub oak land above the village of Sauve, France a few weeks ago, I was listening to incredibly diverse bird songs including the most elaborate symphony with a rossingnol or nightingale as the featured soloist. … Continue reading →

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Prés du rivière Vidroule

Posted on May 12, 2013 by alisoninfrance

To live near a river as vivant and ever changing as the Vidroule in the Gard region of southern France is a journey of discovery.  Every walk or bike ride reveals more depth to the living eco-system of this rich … Continue reading →

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Muguet des bois ~ Lily of the valley

Posted on May 6, 2013 by alisoninfrance

I took this dramatic photo of my “porte-bonheur” or bringer of happiness. It is the french tradition to give these delicate fragrant white bells, muguet des bois, as a gift to a loved one on the first day of May.  I … Continue reading →

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