Mielle at rest

A typical posture, spent every morning, alongside her little friend.

Autumn has arrived

Before the rains come with a vengeance, the river is still low. The grass has a brilliant greenness, as the sun has been absent for most of the last few weeks. The fish are there if you look hard for them. They are not as abundant as in past years.

Isn't life grand!

This is Keiko enjoying his morning nap.

It had to happen

 

Without any warning this branch, that had been hanging over our river, finally collapsed and fell off. Fortunately there was no-one around at the time.

Tangled web

A very typical spot in our garden. Not manicured, but luscious.

Blooming flowers

 

 

 

 

These flowers follow a colour theme.

Poitiers street view

I rather like the decor of this restaurant. I've not eaten there, but it certainly looks inviting.

Spring is finally with us in Lavausseau

Bad news turns into good when the weather develops to this level. Well, it certainly lifts my spirits. I've even opened the swimming pool from its Winter slumber. Of course, it will now require daily attention to keep it clean and topped up.

Tony's birthday celebration

An 86th birthday celebration. And with a cake to match.

Ducks visit Bas Etang

These ducks live in our neighbours' garden, and they make regular daily forays around our land. They are very welcome, and add rurality to the land that we adore.

Daily visitors

These white ducks are our neighbours, living with the people who have put up a Yurt on the property next door. They come most days, and spend a couple of hours preening themselves at either end of the bridge. It was thought that they might disappear over Xmas, but they have survived. Hopefully, they are well regarded pets, and will be local residents for some time to come.