Today we decided to proceed with floor tiling and picked everything the local tile store had in stock (48 sq. meters, about 1/3 of what we need). I used the store’s truck, parked it on our Rue du Bourg and wheeled about 2 tons of stuff up to the Impasse des Fleurs & our front door. I think I’ll find some help when the remaining 2/3’s comes in! 
As a reward for that accomplishment, I took some time off and explored the hills above Mirabel — the hills we can see from our terrace which are golden with fall foliage right now. I found olive groves, apricot orchards, and vineyards overlooking our small valley, with the Baronnies in the background:
And I absolutely loved the alternating rows of grape vines and olive trees: 
– Rick