Abbaye de Senaque

This painting was from a photograph I took while in Provence. We were lucky enough to be visiting

when the lavender was in bloom, fields and fields everywhere. The monks in this order at Senaque have taken a vow of silence. It is a very peaceful place, even with hoards of us tourists swarming the grounds. We were staying about an hour away in the lovely bed and breakfast called Chateau Talaud, an 18th century provencal chateau located near Avignon and the Luberon. Our hosts suggested we visit the Abbaye and we are so glad we did!