Monthly Archives: July 2012

Les petits visiteurs

Posted on July 23, 2012 by chezmirabel

Life on the Impasse des Fleurs in the summertime is lively! Everyone has a table and chairs set out by their front doors for coffee and croissants in the morning and dinner in the evening. Our neighbors on the Impasse … Continue reading →

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Progress update – closets, bed, bookshelves and alcove tile

Posted on July 22, 2012 by chezmirabel

This week carpenter Laurent Bonnet and assistant Hugo made wonderful progress. They installed a custom-made Queen size bed in the room that faces the Impasse.  The wood Laurent used for the bed is “tilleul” – linden or lime tree in … Continue reading →

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Théâtre de Plein Air

Posted on July 16, 2012 by chezmirabel

Just when I think I’ve discovered all the joys and pleasures this wonderful village has to offer, I discover something new. Last night I went to a glorious piano and cello concert at the Centre Artistique de Piégon – just a hop, … Continue reading →

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Sunflower day

Posted on July 16, 2012 by chezmirabel

I truly feel like I’ve found my piece of heaven here in Mirabel. As the weeks pass while I am here overseeing the renovations on the house, I get to taste the marvelous array of delicious fruits and vegetables that … Continue reading →

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Lavender day

Posted on July 6, 2012 by chezmirabel

This week Mirabel friends,, Olivier and Sue, took me to see the lavender fields in full bloom. It was glorious! These fields are located on a lovely small road just outside of Vinsobres, 5 km away. We spent hours meandering … Continue reading →

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