My first morning in Tuscany I woke before everyone else and wandered out barefoot onto dew-covered grass.
The air was fresh and cool, filled with the sounds of neighboring pigs squealing excitedly for their breakfast.
The first rays of sunlight streamed through olive groves and vineyards, warming the stone walls of the villa next to us. And I simply had to capture it.
Looking at this picture I can almost feel the warming rays of sun on my skin. I want to close my eyes and soak it all in.
My sis-in-law joined me shortly and we stared in disbelief at chickens leaping straight up in the air like they were on a trampoline instead of sun-baked earth. Mystified we crept over to where they were and laughed in delight to discover they weren’t crazy chickens after all. Plump ripe grapes hung over their heads just out of reach, so they were jumping up to grab the bottom ones. 🙂
I love Tuscany.
Where is the prettiest place you’ve ever woken up?
What beautiful light and gorgeous atmosphere! Thanks for sharing those lovely pictures with us.
Cheers,
Rosa
Isn’t it so golden and wonderful, Rosa? I was mesmerized. 🙂 So glad you like the shots. 🙂
Paradise. that is what this is. What gorgeous photos!
I couldn’t agree more, Joanne. It is heavenly. 🙂
You have me dreaming of the Tuscan sun Krista.
That makes me happy, Val. 🙂
hey!!!!!!! nice life!
It is such a gift, dear Paradis. 🙂
So gorgeous Krista! Really, I can think of few places that are more beautiful than Tuscany…and what a great time of year to visit, lucky you!!
It was the perfect time to visit, Tuula! Such a stunning, golden, sunny place. 🙂
Ahhh these pictures are just so romantic!
Thank you, Andi 🙂
Your photos are so beautiful…they emanate not only sunlight and warmth, but happiness too! I would love to visit Tuscany. 🙂
Thank you, Faith – I hope you get to go very soon. 🙂
What beautiful photos. I have never seen grapes so beautifully portrayed. Krista, you are amazing.
Thank you, dear Chaya. I’m so glad you like them. 🙂
What beautiful photos. If only I could reach out and taste one of those grapes!
It’s hard to beat Tuscany but I also love Piemonte
Ooo, I’ve never been to Piemonte, Jenny. But if it rivals Tuscany I’d LOVE to see it! 🙂
I just watched ” A room with a view” again last night and found myself daydreaming of Tuscany and you are there taking it all in! Splendid photos as usual, thanks for the escape into beauty and serenity.
You are so welcome, Joumana. 🙂 I’m glad it brought up such good feelings for you. I’ll try to share more very soon. 🙂
So beautiful! And I mean the photos and your writing. I can’t decide the prettiest place I’ve ever woken up. Martha’s Vineyard, Santa Barbara and Rome are up there though.
Thank you, Susan. 🙂 I’ve never been to Martha’s Vineyard, but the pictures I’ve seen are absolutely wonderful! 🙂 Santa Barbara is such a gorgeous spot to wake up in. 🙂
Beautiful!
So glad you like it, Jocy! 🙂
Krista, the photos are so beautiful…You’ve taken all of us there, virtually. It’s like ‘Under ‘Krista’s’ Tuscany Sun’, and it’s delightful! Love the translucency of the grapes and leaves via the sun…breathtaking! It makes me so happy to see you happy!
Big hug to you, dear Lisa!! I’m so glad you like these pictures of Tuscany. 🙂 It’s such a stunning place and I loved every minute of my time there. 🙂
good photography .. looks sweet ..
oh how majestic! thank you for sharing your adventures. your photography is so beautiful. xoxo
Excellent post .. beautiful light and building … thanks for sharing those pictures ..