J'arrive!

I have arrived. I had a safe journey.
Thank you so much for all your well wishes.


I have opened all of the windows to let in the fresh air. Alas, no sunshine at the moment. The weather is over cast & rainy, but no matter I am very happy to be here.



I was greeted by my rose in full bloom.



There are flowers everywhere!

The roses seem particularly beautiful this year.

Here are just few examples from this little village alone.


I have not done much other than clean, sweeping away cobwebs & dust....


.....and a walk around the village when the sun decides to peep out.


I was so happy to see a little sun on the wheat fields & through the trees to the river.

When I got home I found this lovely bowl of cherries from my neighbors cherry tree waiting for me. What a happy surprise! I feel as if I am home.