Yes, it can be done! I can actually entertain myself! It's been a long time since I had a day without obligations so I wasn't so sure, but here's what I got into today.
First, after saying goodbye to the adorable Propst family, I walked up to the Château des Adhémar. I can't believe that Jed and I lived here for almost a year and never found this little gem in the center of town. To be fair, it's pretty well-hidden, so in all of our times strolling the streets, we never looked up and saw its towers. From the center of town it's a steep climb to the site, but once there, the views are rewarding.
First, after saying goodbye to the adorable Propst family, I walked up to the Château des Adhémar. I can't believe that Jed and I lived here for almost a year and never found this little gem in the center of town. To be fair, it's pretty well-hidden, so in all of our times strolling the streets, we never looked up and saw its towers. From the center of town it's a steep climb to the site, but once there, the views are rewarding.
The castle dates back to the 12th century.
Along the ramparts, there is a nice view of the Ardèche mountains.
What draws locals to the château is its contemporary art museum. Today was the last day of Emmanuelle Régent's exhibit.
After visiting the castle, I sat on a bench in its garden and read Sarah Vowel essays for a while and then came home for lunch and a little school work.
At 4:00, I went to see the French film De Rouille et D'Os, starring Marion Cotillard and Matthias Schoenaerts. It was not at all what I expected. I don't know what I expected, but this was powerful and tense. It's going to take me the rest of the evening to relax.
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