We awoke this morning to rain showers and now after breakfast it is still overcast. None of us really feel like getting dressed or going anywhere. The surrounding countryside, farms and villages are simply breathtaking. Yesterday we ventured into Roussillion for market day. The views of the Luberon valley form the top of the hilly village were stunning. The trees, vineyards, farms, red rock cliffs and earth were neatly formed into a view unlike any I've ever seen.

  After browsing the small, colorful market we had lunch at one of the charming bistros in the heart of the village. We were led into a back patio with wonderful views.

Upon returning to Joucas we saw a gorgeous field of lavender, so we had to stop.

 Michele and I still have to get our paints out. So thankful we got her to doctor on Wednesday. She is doing much better, but still has a mean cough. All will be well. She will heal, We will do watercolors together. The three of us will explore more villages. We will walk in more ancient chapels and we will pray for the healing of our world.

 St. Michael the Archangel, pray for us.