Toddler Holiday

12/06/2021

Strawberry harvest

30/05/2021

It is Mother’s Day here in France, and I was thrilled to be given this lovely rose at my local shop this morning.

21/05/2021

I never realised just how pretty wild garlic was! Here it is in all its flowering glory in the garden of La Grange.

31/03/2021

Nothing says, “Spring is here!” Better than a bunch of bright yellow daffodils from the garden.

29/03/2021

The first cowslip of my Normandy spring!

27/03/2021

Peach blossom and a clear blue sky.
Bon week-end!

20/03/2021

This week marked the first anniversary of the first lockdown in France. One year one, and although we are no longer in lockdown, our right of movement and other restrictions are in place, and the future is still very unclear.
Like many people, I have found this ongoing situation very challenging. However, spring is here and I am filled with a new sense of hope. A first post after a long absence is always a difficult one, but I’ve chosen this image as I feel it sums up the innocence of childhood and it always makes me smile.
Unfortunately I do not know who took the photo or I would of course credit them.

24/02/2021

The end of the day here in rural Normandy.

21/02/2021

Bon dimanche from Pepito the Donkey

11/02/2021

What a great idea!
Has anyone tried this?

We couldn't resist passing this fun activity on to you - the children will love it! In wintry temperatures, fill balloons with water and food colouring. When the water has frozen, remove the balloon and you have giant marbles! (from homesteadsurvival.com)

10/02/2021

We had snow today here in Normandy....
I thought I’d post 2 photos of La Grange, one taken today, and the other last May....Stay safe and warm wherever you are and hope to see you all very soon.

20/01/2021

À petit update from our corner of France, where we have been in hibernation for the last few moths. We are all busy putting the final touches to our winter renovations, and really looking forward to welcoming our lovely guests in the coming months.
Pepito the Donkey, à popular resident at 4 rue de la Dive, has temporarily moved into winter quarters just down the lane - an ideal spot for him - he loves cattle, and there is a herd of beautiful Normandy cows just next door!

25/11/2020

November roses and a blue sky at the wonderful Haras national du Pin

31/10/2020

Hope you all had a spooky Halloween!

27/07/2020

Fresh Normandy figs....
But you have to be quick before the birds get them!

28/06/2020

Who could resist these luscious ruby red succulent French apricots? Certainly not me, when I saw them at the market today.

23/06/2020

Two young Percherons at the Haras national du Pin in Normandy, which is now open again to visitors for visits and shows.

22/06/2020

Really looking forward to welcoming families back to France very soon....
reproachful looks from all the gang hanging out to dry today, except the crazy blue cat!



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10/06/2020

All of Normandy's beaches have reopened to the public. All that's missing is you! ❤️

08/06/2020

The cherries are ripe!

01/06/2020

I found this gorgeous little butterfly resting on the kitchen window sill.
Today is a public holiday (jour férié) in France, and we are looking forward to our cafes and restaurants starting to open up again from tomorrow.

18/05/2020

The hedgehog and the wisteria in the garden of La Grange

17/05/2020

Enjoying a relaxing dimanche in the sun, listening to the bees buzzing in the sage

05/05/2020

Here are your 9 favourite photos from last month on our Instagram account. One day soon, you will be able to travel safely again and all of these gorgeous spots will be waiting for you! ❤️

02/05/2020

Our latest Blog is now live!
Blogger Lisa shares tips on how to keep your Littlies occupied during Lockdown.
Bon weekend and stay safe.
http://www.toddlerholiday.com/2020/04/simple-ways-to-have-fun-at-home/

With much of the world currently in lockdown, many of us who are not used to being full time at home parents are suddenly faced with the prospect of many weeks – maybe months – of having small people to entertain around the clock. Where parents are still working, there is A LOT to juggle. …

01/05/2020

It’s the 1st of May - in France we offer little sprigs of Lily of the Valley to friends and neighbours for good luck.
My mother had this beautiful and fragrant flower as her wedding bouquet, and I have often wondered how she found Lily of the Valley in November in 1960s Scotland!

Photo credit - Jerome Joseph

26/04/2020

I so love this bush in Le Cottage garden - a little boy who was staying in the gîte last year called it The Pom Pom tree!
We are all missing hosting this spring, but looking forward to better times ahead.
Stay safe et bon dimanche xx

16/04/2020

A petit rosé in the evening sun.
Bonne soirée!

12/04/2020

Absolutely could not resist this cute piggy family, hand made with French vegan chocolate!
Joyeuses Pacques (Happy Easter) to everyone today.

07/04/2020

This photo may look like nothing, but to me, it means a lot.
It is the first swallow of my Normandy summer.
Welcome back!