Friday, December 19, 2008

Wishful Thinking

Today is a day that was made for dreaming about the south of France. On top of the weather being drearily rainy, foggy and cold in Washington, DC, I'm faced with the prospect of flying home to Minnesota next week where, upon exiting the airport, I am sure I will be met by the kind of bitterly cold air that quite literally takes your breath away. My prospects for warmth, color and witnessing nature in bloom are looking pretty bleak, which is where the sunny hills of Provence and bright blue waters of the Mediterranean come in. Just thinking about the south of France puts a smile on my face. I can practically smell the lavender, hear the waves crashing on the shore, and see the bright colors of the buildings, flowers and markets. Thankfully, I have folder upon folder of pictures to help me remember more luminous times. Dreaming of non-winter weather as well? The following images should help.
























3 comments:

Fida said...

Just think of the beautiful winter scenery back in Minnesota; the snow squeaking under your shoes; the relaxing feeling after you enter a warm home…

Anonymous said...

How's that cold weather treating you? Just think, you'll now appreciate the warm climates that much more.

Tanya said...

Fida: Ok, I admit...I do like some of the aspects of winter, and the scenery definitely can be beautiful.

Sara: Growing up in a northern locale has for sure made me appreciate warm weather to the fullest!