Before we head north, I wanted to send a few December pictures taken in Avignon. We pass the Santa above everyday on our 3 minute walk to school. This photo was taken before a violent, and very cold, mistral wind blew for several days. Père Noël is now looking much more haggard and desperate!
A photo of Lily and Barry walking through Avignon's Christmas marché set up in Place d'Horloge.
This is just inside of city hall: a 10 metres by 10 metres nativity scene with a provençal flair. I was told that everyone here has a nativity scene (une crèche) in their homes, but baby Jesus only comes out on Christmas Day. Barry and I splurged and bought ourselves our own provençal style crèche and figurines at the Avignon market.
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Hello Dear Family,
ReplyDeleteThe Avignon festive decorations are beautiful, (as are the children posing with them!) but I have heard that Paris Christmas lighting is truly amazing. Have a safe and happy holiday there.
The Bethlehem scene is quite something. I'm guessing the little barn in the middle is the birth stable and maybe the wooden doors will be opened on the 25th. Can't wait to see your creche. You always have your place in Mission so beautifully decorated at Christmas time and this will be a wonderful addition.
Merry Christmas,
Love, Mom
Ginger, Barry, Grace and Lily; We so enjoyed your December blog. As your Mom says, the Christmas decorations in Avignon are so beautiful. I especially like the nativity scene. So much so, that I intend to have a creche next year. Can't wait to hear about Paris and Florence. Merry Christmas to all. Love Glenn and Darlene
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