A fairytale wall

France 121 - Fougeres 1 - Persian Rugs/Daisies, Dandelions, Ladies Smock and Forget me nots/a fairytale castle and an empty auberge

April 15th 2018
.A few months ago we watched a programme on Islamic Gardens by Monty Don. Travelling around Brittany the idea of the paradise garden came to mind. Everywhere was yellow. The colour of springtime. Broom and Gorse blooming alongside the road. Spring is certainly much more advanced than back home. Primroses and Cowslips line the banks. They are such pretty and delicate flowers. Flashes of mauve from ... 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

17th April 2018

Dancing Dave
David Hooper

Fairytale Castles
There is something about castles that fascinates me too, Jennifer. Yet I only recall seeing them in Ethiopia and Bolivia, which were complete surprises. Something to look forward to if we ever hit Europe by the look of it.

18th April 2018

JenGog
Jennifer Jones

castles
Had a change today went on the elephant at Nantes. Wow what an experience. Nice castles in Wales too if you ever get over here

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