HERMANCE'S HIDDEN TREASURES PART II

In photography, the smallest thing can be a great subject. The little, human detail can become a Leitmotiv.
- Henri Cartier-Bresson
 
The truth of the story lies in the details.
- Paul Auster, The Brooklyn Follies

YUMMY SUPPER COOKBOOK GIVEAWAY WINNER & HERMANCE'S HIDDEN TREASURES PART I

Many thanks to all of you for entering my YummySupper Giveaway. I was delighted to read your lovely comments and to see that so many people from all over the world took part in it. Your participation really means a lot to me...

I am very happy to announce that the lucky winner is Regula Melo-Jocknevich of "Molly Mell". Congratulations, you just won a copy Erin Scott's cookbook, "Yummy Supper - 100 Fresh, Luscious & Honest Recipes From A {Gluten-free} Omnivore"!!!

A PHOTOGRAPHIC ESSAY - BOATS ON LAKE LÉMAN

Oh the brave Fisher's life, It is the best of any, 'Tis full of pleasure, void of strife, And 'tis belov'd of many: Other joys Are but toys; Only this Lawful is, For our skill Breeds no ill, But content and pleasure.
- Izaak Walton

Looking out over the lake, I felt enveloped in the most peaceful, loving utopia.

- Laurie Kahn

BLACK AND WHITE WEDNESDAY #144 - HERMANCE FISHERMAN, GENEVA

- Fishing In Style -

This picture was submitted to "Black & White Wednesday", an event created by Susan at "The Well-Seasoned Cook". This week it is hosted by Simona at "Briciole" (click here in order to see who is hosting the next roundup).

A PHOTOGRAPHIC ESSAY - HERMANCE, A CHARMING VILLAGE

A PHOTOGRAPHIC ESSAY - HERMANCE IN DETAIL II

A PHOTOGRAPHIC ESSAY - BY THE LAKESIDE

THIS BLOG IS TAKING A SHORT HOLIDAY

My summer holidays have just started, so I am taking a break from blogging till the 28th of August. I will not publish any post during this period of time as I need to relax and refresh my mind, nonetheless, as I will be staying at home (no travelling), you'll still be able to communicate with me on Facebook, Twitter or Google+ and of course, I will continue visiting your blogs whenever I can...
 
Thanks for your patience and fidelity. See ya soon, folks!

A PHOTOGRAPHIC ESSAY - A FLORAL FEAST FOR THE EYES

A PHOTOGRAPHIC ESSAY - A SWEET AND FURRY ENCOUNTER

A PHOTOGRAPHIC ESSAY - HERMANCE IN DETAIL I

HERMANCE - PART IV

Hermance trip continued...

Last week I talked about walking down the village of Hermance and drinking a coffee on the side of the lake, well today, this post (Part III) is all about our little walk back to the bus stop...

After having sat on the small terrace of the campsite coffee place and fought off countless wasps we decided that it was about time to go back home, so we decided to head up the village in order to catch our bus.

Once again, we went through the narrow streets of Hermance, passed in front of pretty little houses reminding us of Provence, admired the colorful flowers decorations and tried to guess what was hidden behind the mysterious walls.

This place is so full of surprises that I even found more subjects to immortalize. An endless source of inspiration!

"The water of this fountain once was in the sea. It evaporated and was carried by the clouds, then it fell down in the form of rain before it got thrown back into the sea. That is the fragile equilibrium of the cycle of water.
We should respect it!"

HERMANCE - PART III

Hermance trip continued...

Just before my holidays I blogged about my trip to Hermance (Part I & Part II), talked a lot about that historical, quaint and charming village that is situated a few minutes drive away from Geneva, on the side of Lake Leman and I described our hike through Hermance.

After having walked very shortly via the village's narrow and pretty streets, we arrived by the lakeside where there is a campsite, beach and little café we like to visit. The view is stunning and the clear azure water makes you want to jump from the walkway straight into the lake and with your clothes still on!

There we had a drink, enjoyed the view, the gorgeous weather and the welcome shadow.

To be continued next week...