I had mentioned that I was adding posts about Art on my blog this year. My first post is about one of my absolute favorite painter’s Monet. Monet was an impressionist, in fact, a founder of the movement. Impressionism was one of the first styles of paintings I began to love and explore. Monet’s home in Normandy. Monet’s home in Normandy had been on my bucket list for years. Some years ago, on a trip to Normandy with a friend from Paris, we visited Monet’s house at Giverny. While there, I had the opportunity to try some local brands of Calvados.

While the Calvados was grand, Monet’s home and his waterlilies left me speechless. For all those who love Monet, this is a pilgrimage you must make at least once in your life. I am going to post a series of pictures of the lilies because they are just exquisite.

Here’s another one. I just love his paintings and seeing his home was actually a moving experience for me.

I must not be alone because it was quite crowded.

It was a perfect day in a beautiful town in Normandy which started with a lovely walk through Monet’s gardens and ended with a delicious glass of Calvados.

A memorable event and one to be repeated.

Normandy is an incredible region, rich in history and art – two of my favorite subjects, food and wine – another two of my favorite subjects, with beauty all around and a true significance in the history of global events. A must visit region for all of the above, salut!