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A Painting of the Ordinary Beauty
The same worn wooden table. The same lamp. The same knife haphazardly left on the edge. Objects resting exactly where a painter once paused her gaze before lifting a brush. One…
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Pop – Color French la Vie
Our latest French la Vie has taken us to Marseille, cours Julien for some Vintage shopping and inspiration. Our guest (Merle), is a wonder load of creative punch and pop.…
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What to Know Before Antiquing in France
In France, any given weekend offers a brocante somewhere. Hundreds take place throughout the year—some are refined antique fairs, others are gloriously rambling brocantes that spread through village squares, under…
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Sweetness from the Garden and the Brocante
“I took a rose from a vase and fastened it in her sash. She sighed a sign of ineffable satisfaction, as if her cup of happiness were now full.” –…
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A Day Away
À slip away – to gather thoughts, take a break, be together, and break bread. Whether for a moment, a day or longer. Gratefulness in the life given. Thank you,…
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Dance Poses by Claire Sparkle
Balancing on her knees while on the fountain ‘s edge theses were the poses Claire Sparkle created for my mother in California. To think this little one remembered my mom…
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Whatever You Fancy Let Us Take You There… in Provence that is
Every group that joins us on a French la Vie Journey comes with its own dreams, inspirations, and souvenir they hope to discover — and we listen. Some are searching…
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Gathering Around the Table
Sharing a meal is the main attraction in France. Being together around a table. Taking in the bounty with gratitude. During the French la Vie we host dinners with creative…
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Sneaky Gabriel
unexpected photos that Gabriel took – using my phone Our French la Vie group had just left when Gabriel and Olivia came over at seven. I made pancakes. I was…
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