Val D'Isere Part I
Deme and I were invited by our friends to spend some time with them at their ski cabin in Val D'Ise're, in Savoie, France. Incidentally the Royal family of Italy, "The Savoia Family" also hails from this region. The mountain road we took which closes in winter time was winding and steep but with breathtaking views of the Alps. During the ski season the village is transformed into a literal winter wonderland where skis are a basic mode of transportation.

This female cinghiale also known as a wild boar is a local pet. Her name in French means "Pansy". She was scratching herself on these cars right before I took this photo. Basically she has the run of the town and locals often stop their cars to say a few words to her as they go about their day.


When Pansy is not trotting around town, she guards the veal and keeps them company.


This hike was almost too much for an out of shape housewife from Torino. We started down past the winding path and near town. The total elevation gain was about 1500 feet in 1 1/2 hours. Deme had to encourage me the whole way.


Here I am making my way back down the mountain.
4 Comments:
Wow! what's yer name, that's gorgeous!
Lucky lucky you.
BTW, your whole family are gorgeous. What a lucky dad to have such pretty daughters to be proud of.
I am enjoying your trip a lot.
Hi Gia, Wonderful pictures and thanks for stopping by my new blog. The hubby and I hope to make it over there someday!
Thanks Island Girl and Judith,
I am glad you ennjoy the blog, I enjoy both your blogs too.
I love mountains... you are lucky... I would like to be there...
Ciao.
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