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Monday, 5 September 2011

the last rays of a Provencal summer...


As the light softens , the lavender is all but over and the sound of the cicadas disappear...the summer has passed, almost as quickly as she came...
Autumn here we come...
Can you believe it?
xv

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55 comments:

  1. Linda Carswell3 September 2011 at 08:14

    I adore the lighting in that photo Vicki.....it is a promise of things to come for us. We are having some beautiful Spring days, but I do long for Summer.
    Enjoy your Autumn...!

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  2. Glamour Drops3 September 2011 at 08:28

    You do have one of the most calming and peaceful gardens I have seen, Vicki. So simple and restful. Well your loss is our gain, as we welcome spring with both arms outstretched. Promise to look after summer for you, and send her back next April!

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  3. Penny3 September 2011 at 08:31

    Such a beautiful view.

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  4. cathypentonatelier3 September 2011 at 08:43

    Oh wow Vicki, that is such a gorgeous photo...It is a crisp day here in Aus....just getting over the flu so can't wait to get outside and enjoy spring...love c xoxoxox

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  5. Shelley3 September 2011 at 09:38

    Beautful photo! Is springtime in Australia and im looking forward to a long hot summer :)

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  6. Deborah3 September 2011 at 10:47

    Just beautiful, Vicki. The light, rocky Alpilles make the most lovely backdrop for a garden in the world (I think so, anyway!).

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  7. Unknown3 September 2011 at 11:30

    And from other end of the world in Sydney the days are already balmy, the mornings bright and the birds are happy - Spring is here and Summer just around the corner! I love your books and Carla's photography. I have just joined the blogging world and am so happy to have found your blog. Have added you to my blog list - hope you don't mind. Francesca

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  8. Anonymous3 September 2011 at 12:04

    I know so well your Provence...
    Every tikme I look at your pictures is like to smell and see in front of me my Provence.
    I have to decide to change my life and come where you live...
    Your books are AMAZING!
    Bisou, Babi

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  9. Soulful Mama3 September 2011 at 12:51

    That picture is magical!

    ~ Clare x

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  10. The enchanted home3 September 2011 at 13:01

    No I can't believe it, and its definitely bitter sweet to say goodbye to summer and hello to falls glory. I will miss the relaxed unstructured days of summer but enjoy the beauty and crisp air that is ushered in with fall, hope you do the same!

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  11. Ann3 September 2011 at 13:09

    Listening to the cicadas always means summer to me- I never tire of it. But, you're right, they are starting to fade.

    Vicki- what kind of tree is in the foreground, slightly to the left of center?

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  12. That Janie Girl3 September 2011 at 14:14

    I love your peaceful garden.

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  13. under spanish moss3 September 2011 at 15:05

    Vicki, this image is so beautiful. We are longing to visit Provence. It's hard to believe that it is time for autumn already. The light has softened here but the weather is still extremely hot. Wishing you a lovely weekend.
    Angela and Renee

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  14. Renée Finberg3 September 2011 at 15:13

    an incredible image.
    i am wishing for fall.
    it is so hot here!

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  15. Unknown3 September 2011 at 15:45

    I love your provencal paradise!
    PS: I have read most of your lovely posts, sorry for not always commenting, I am with you most of the time....
    Hold on to your summer memories!
    Send off my boy to college back again, also bittersweet, a sure proof summer is closing!

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  16. annechovie3 September 2011 at 15:50

    Talk about a serene setting! Love the light and everything about this photo. Have a wonderful weekend. xo

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  17. Karena3 September 2011 at 15:52

    Vicki, every time I visit you I am so inspired and calmed, you put everything into perspective for me, much like Andrea and Pamela.

    xoxo
    Karena
    Art by Karena

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  18. DolceDreams3 September 2011 at 16:48

    What a dreamy shot...I would never leave! Happy Fall to you...
    Nathalie

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  19. French Girl in Seattle3 September 2011 at 16:59

    I bet your garden looks beautiful in the fall too even though les cigales have gone. Amazing light. Seattle is getting ready for fall also. The scenery will pretty much stay the same (merci les evergreen trees) but the sky will get much, much darker soon. For now, t'is Labor Day weekend. Warm temperatures in the forecast for the next few days so fall will just have to wait. Bon weekend Vicki. Veronique (French Girl in Seattle)

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  20. peggy braswell3 September 2011 at 20:00

    Such a beautiful image! Do we have a fall in S. CA?-The rains & cooler weather are just months away. Goodbye Sweet Summer. xxpeggybraswelldesign.com

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  21. suej3 September 2011 at 21:19

    Beautiful photo. The lighting is lovely. And what a glorious garden and view.

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  22. Amy3 September 2011 at 22:04

    I can believe it and it's about time. I have the windows open today for the first time in a long time. The breeze is cool, the air smells so fresh. And yesterday when I was running I saw some sumac leaves already starting to turn red.

    Good riddance, summer. I'm so done with you!

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  23. Anonymous3 September 2011 at 22:09

    Your home is beautiful Vicki and a credit to you - this photo reminds me of my perfect time in the wonderful South of France. I would be back in a heart beat.
    x

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  24. FOR HEART AND SOUL3 September 2011 at 22:18

    I love this view Vicki. I'm so grateful for the beauty of your surroundings, even more especially your generosity in sharing it with us. :)

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  25. Calico Child3 September 2011 at 23:00

    What a view & I bet so dramatic when autumn kicks in Spring has just begun in QLD so looking forward to see all the flowers out before the hot sun kicks in :)

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  26. Unknown4 September 2011 at 01:14

    Aahhh! I love the end of summer and the glimpse into fall. My living in Florida puts the change out of the question but your photoalmost made me feel I could smell the air. Thank you.

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  27. Trish Murphy4 September 2011 at 02:10

    What a dreamy picture of your stunning garden. I long to see the beautiful lavender of Provence again. I am so happy here in Sydney to be embracing Spring, the Jasmine is in the air the
    magpies are in the garden looking for worms and ready to start dive bombing.It seems as if it was only a couple of weeks ago that you were sharing your lovely preparations for Christmas in Provence. It is such a great start to the day to see what you have been up to.
    Enjoy the AutumnI will look forward to more divine picture of your garden. x

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  28. Shell Sherree4 September 2011 at 05:26

    Such a gorgeous scene, Vicki. And I'm happily loving the cicadas starting up here. Happy weekend...

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  29. Heirloom treasures4 September 2011 at 06:05

    Such a beautiful view,lovely in any season no doubt. We are just going into Spring, two of my favourite seasons, spring and autumn.

    I had a lovely birthday yesterday and was given your beautiful book French Essence. I am so looking forward to sitting outside in the Spring sunshine with a nice cup of tea and indulging myself in a good read. Thank you for sharing x

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  30. mary4 September 2011 at 08:23

    Hi Vicki, Such a beautiful, almost nostalgic photo. No I can't believe that summer is almost over; here in LA it will be hot for another 6-8 weeks. I would guess that you are getting ready for the olive harvest.....wishing you blessings. Mary

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  31. Heather Robinson4 September 2011 at 10:55

    No, I can't believe it! This summer was all about moving for us and so I didn't get to appreciate it much at all--not even one trip to Beauduc!

    Your garden is just so wonderful Vicki, the best of all that is the Alpilles...

    Bon Dimanche!

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  32. Unknown4 September 2011 at 11:09

    That is just the most magical view Vicki. I'm glad also that you reminded me about your Daily Click--love those and I will be clicking. Also didn't realize you were on twitter too.

    xo Mary Jo

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  33. Susie4 September 2011 at 11:59

    Dear Vicki - gorgeous photo...I just looked outside this morning and everything is 'yellowing' around the edges! The garden is looking somewhat unkempt and the roses are all blown and petals falling. I can't believe it either...summer is all but over and autumn is waiting in the wings...hope you are having a happy weekend x

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  34. Callie Grayson4 September 2011 at 18:14

    The photo is stunning with all that light at the top! I can not believe how quickly this summer has gone by and I am amazed at the coolness when I get up to walk my pup!!!
    Autumn is coming! and coming fast.
    xx
    callie

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  35. Sweet Freak4 September 2011 at 19:38

    Sigh. That image makes me weak in the knees. One of my favorite trips last year was to Arles. I would have loved to have gotten back to Provence this summer... especially after that view. Alors, I should be happy enough to be back in Paris for the second time this year. But, no, I'm never ready for summer to be over...

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  36. French Heart4 September 2011 at 22:12

    Gorgeous view! Here in Carmel-by-the-Sea the end of summer means fog giving way to September-December blue sky days. So am OK with 'summer' leaving--for we'll be seeing more sun!

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  37. Blue Muse4 September 2011 at 22:53

    It is such a romantic time of year. Summer fades, Autumn blows in - the air is crisp with anticipation of all the beautiful things ahead.
    Gorgeous photo, beautiful words. I love your world. Thank you for always visiting mine. It means so much to me.
    xo isa

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  38. shiree segerstrom4 September 2011 at 23:46

    Now is the time to grab those last warm days out of doors. Find a park, enjoy your patio, serve dinners outside, or breakfast, and catch those last hikes around the lake. Summer ends too soon. Shiree'

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  39. Ivy Clad5 September 2011 at 01:11

    Beautiful view! I always think the cicadas sound like they are mourning the end of summer. Then they're gone and summer is too. Lovely post, as always.

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  40. Leah - The Inside Story5 September 2011 at 01:26

    I just love the pictures of your property. SO BEAUTIFUL! A total inspiration. Looking forward to summer here. Every season is kind of welcoming in its' own way don't you think? Leahxx

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  41. Angie Muresan5 September 2011 at 05:35

    What beauty surrounds you, dear Vicki. I am sure that Autumn will be just as splendid in your slice of heaven.

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  42. Maison de lin5 September 2011 at 07:50

    Hello,

    I love the pic, thanks to sharring this whit us.

    Greetings from Belgium
    Jérôme

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  43. Jacqueline @ HOME5 September 2011 at 08:40

    What a lovely image Vicki.....I am very envious !! You live in such a stunningly beautiful place.
    As you probably know, August in the UK was very wet so, I'm hoping for better things in September.
    Have a lovely week Vicki. XXXX

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  44. The enchanted home5 September 2011 at 13:41

    That picture is just amazing..........truly breathtaking.

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  45. Johanna Scott5 September 2011 at 15:12

    So beautiful Vicki. How lucky you are to live there! We are sad about summer ending too - it went by so quickly!

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  46. quintessence5 September 2011 at 19:28

    What a truly beautiful vista!! And no, I can't believe it's September already - how did that happen actually??!!

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  47. The Caledonian Mining Expedition Company5 September 2011 at 19:29

    What a glorious garden... just breath-taking!

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  48. helen tilston5 September 2011 at 23:45

    Hello Vicki- Your garden has that look that says "have I stories to tell you of what happened here this summer and the memories that were made I will don my Autumn cloak shortly and my winter of purity and whiteness will delight you, followed by the soft green of spring. I promise to continue to delight you Vicki"

    Helen xx

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  49. Alcira Molina-Ali6 September 2011 at 00:01

    How glorious. It's like staring straight into Paradise.
    Magnificent and regal and timeless.
    Drink it in, Alcira

    nerochronicles.com

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  50. Anonymous6 September 2011 at 00:16

    That picture is breathtaking. We have just entered Springtime here in Australia, but you make me wish it was Autumn!!

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  51. Teresa Hatfield ~ Splendid Sass6 September 2011 at 01:01

    I am so happy to see Fall around the corner. Such a beautiful image, Vicki.
    Teresa
    xoxo

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  52. Pamela Terry and Edward6 September 2011 at 02:21

    It's the same here.
    Yes it is hard to believe.
    But welcome!

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  53. vignette design6 September 2011 at 03:47

    I could almost smell the air. Such a gorgeous photo. Perfection!

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  54. classiq6 September 2011 at 22:50

    That photo is so beautiful! The light and colours are extraordinary. :)
    Ada

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  55. Mélanie A.12 September 2011 at 08:24

    This year in Provence, september is better than july

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