A Perfect Picnic

Today was such a great day.   Having enjoyed the simple, quiet life of Vence this week, we chose to stay relatively local again today rather than make the hectic 2-hour drive to Saint-Tropez.   We figured it would be better to visit that popular seaside town when the weather is a bit warmer so we can enjoy the beach.

So, after a typical morning of breakfast, exercise and a walk into town, we headed via car back up towards the mountain village Gourdon for a picnic.  There is a great little park near the town with a panoramic view of the mountains and sea.  Unlike last week when our picnic with the Donohoes was rained out, today’s weather was perfect – 18 degrees C (65 degrees F) with barely a cloud in the sky.  Mommy packed a yummy spread for her and daddy – prosciutto, sausage, various cheeses, a baguette, apples, olive tapenade and, of course, wine.  For me, she brought along one of my new favorites – a peanut butter and banana sandwich.  Nummy!   The park sits atop a mountainside (with quite a scary cliff), affording amazing views of the villages below and the Cote d’Azur.   Afterwards, we walked around Gourdon, where I enjoyed some tasty gelato – before it fell on the ground.   Me so sad!

When we returned home, mommy and daddy enjoyed their afternoon espresso poolside while I played in the chilly water (in my street clothes).  After dinner, we watched “Ratatouille”, one of several movies we picked up in town today.   Mommy says she bought it for me, but I think she was looking for cooking inspiration for her and daddy while here in France.

Well, bed time has arrived, so off I go.  I hope you enjoy some of the photos (below) from our day. 

Love

Griffin

A picnic spread that might make my Momo (grandmom) Barrett proud!

Now this is a table with a view!

Mommy holding tight as we pose by the cliff side.

Exploring the park's trails with daddy after lunch.

Ice cream in Gourdon - life is good!

The main street through Gourdon, renowned for its many perfumeries and locally-grown thyme.