Scenic view down to the gorge from Gordes

Gordes - on our 16th Wedding Anniversary

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June 17th 2011
Had an exceedingly good day today. Our 16th wedding anniversary. Our present is at home – a leaded, stained glass window depicting a rainbow and a kingfisher in flight – which I made in the week before we left for this trip. Quite overcast for most of the day which actually made things easier, as we didn’t have to bother about getting burned, but Bob did wear his hat to protect the top of hi ... read more

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Although ultimately a victor in World Wars I and II, France suffered extensive losses in its empire, wealth, manpower, and rank as a dominant nation-state. Nevertheless, France today is one of the most modern countries in the world and is a leader am... ... read more