Working with "Team Jolly" brought back more than ten years of memories, that were about a whole lot more than yard work. Not only have Jane and Yves shared their wonderful family with me, but their friendship, constant encouragement and knowledge of the area have been invaluable resources.
2005 was a particularly big year since I was able to be here for longer periods of time in both the spring and summer. Spring brought a trip to see Yves's family's house in Larnagol that they had up for sale at the time. I couldn't stop taking photos. It was full of amazing and interesting items. Both of the shots above, were taken during that spring 2005 trip.
On one of Jane's recent coffee visits, she walked by St.Therese of Lisieux on our way to the terrace. Jane took one look at her and reminded me of the Mary I'd photographed in Larnagol. Of course, St. Therese is particularly special to me. She must have been a little lonely, because Jane immediately offered me Mary. Then, as we sat on the terrace looking at the cliffs and niches she remembered another Mary. "She'd look so pretty on one of the ledges out back." Of course, I accepted her offer.
Our Friday work and pizza ended with Yves presenting me with the two Marys. I was touched. I knew they had been Yves' Dad's. Yves and Jane mentioned how his Dad kept them outside so we went on to discuss some good spots for them in the garden. For now, they're resting in the evier in the living room just below St. Therese.
St. Therese and I are glowing. She has a little company and I know that every day we're stirring the magic and spirits of the Lot. A very huge MERCI to Jane and Yves!
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