A visit to Veronique's Flat

 

Left April 1, Arrived April 2.

A long day.

April 2

My cousin Véronique generously invited me to her place for 5 wonderful nights. We talked nonstop, like long-lost best friends. And in French! I learned a lot and could see that it is really a matter of practice. Our own mothers were very close sisters, and so we shared a common family culture. Jet lag was not easy, and I can't honestly remember much of this first night other than this wonderful meal, unpacking, and crawling into bed for a full night's sleep. 

I took photos of food to please my chef husband, Alex, who was left behind.

The sausages are superior in France. Hands down. No question. 

April 3 

Véronique took me to the "outsider art" museum. Which means art created by artists with no formal training. As a general rule, the art is highly individual and very, very much outside the box thinking. Here are a few samples from the museum. Also called MUSÉE D'ART BRUT

I love love this art! It is expressive and easy to surmise that the artist was having a good time while making the art. And that is 50% of the reason for my own art. It is a way to keep sane.

We had a guest for dinner with Jean René and his wife, Albi. I had not seen Jean René for more than 50 years. He and his wife were wonderful company. 

Sandra, Ambi and Jean René