The French celebrate Mother’s Day on the last Sunday in May, unless Whit Sunday falls on the same day. In that case, Mother’s Day is celebrated on the first Sunday in June, in other words today. For the occasion, four couples (us included) showed up at our friend Michelle’s wonderful place in Biot for what turned out to be a veritable outdoor feast. The two younger couples each brought their child: a 14 months old boy and a 6 year old girl, respectively. By 4:30 this afternoon, we were ready to attack dessert (not shown: the various types of cookies, chocolates, and ice creams). As always at Michelle’s, a great time was had by all. And to cap this most perfect of days: Roger Federer finally did win his first French Open tennis title. Life is good...