When I lived in England, and the month of September arrived, I always thought, that's it summer's over now, but here in central France where I live I've found that September is a lovely month. Fortunately we're still enjoying warm sunny days by the pool and as we had a late start to good summer weather this year, all the summer flowers are now at their best. Hopefully as we've been given a good forecast for the next 2 weeks, our summer will stretch out a little bit longer. Naturally some of the leaves have started to change colour and the early mornings & evenings are dewy & slightly chilly, so the signs of Autumn is on it's way. A new season which will be a joy for all it's colours and the fruits on the trees to enjoy, also searching in the woods for the hidden mushrooms, if I'm lucky enough to find them. I've never quite mastered the art of 'trouver les champignons'.
Today we've spent a lovely day with some of our friends who are staying in the house which we rent, called 'La Petite Maison'. I thought you might like to have a peep.
La Petite Maison terrace
with a grape vine covered pergola & the beautiful climbing Campsis,with it's vivid flame coloured trumpet flowers.
The grapes and Campsis growing happily together.
La Petite Maison.
A peep inside the cottage, with it's cosy lounge.
One of the many hanging baskets.
Still looking good.
Preparing to share aperitifs on the deck with our friends, on their last night.
Their last view of La Petite Maison for another year.
Hope you liked seeing the end of summer at La Petite Maison.
Au revoir.
A bientot.
Barbara Lilian.
What a cute place!
ReplyDeleteHello Barbara, La Petite Maison looks adorable. Lucky you having such beautiful plants still blooming and with such beautiful weather. It's teaming with rain here. We grew grapes in Cyprus and funnily enough we do in England. In Cyprus the grapes were huge, whilst here in England they look like little currents..actually we grow them now for the green leaves. Enjoy the rest of your Sunday. Best Wishes Daphne
ReplyDeleteI love your La Petite Maison & merci for a glimpse into a beautiful way of life, Rita
ReplyDeleteOh...how lovely! It's just the right size in the perfect setting!
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