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The Blacksmith
Joel, the third generation blacksmith is a master at his art, known for his speciality in making stairs. Yann and I sought out several staircase makers and their sources,…
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A Visitor in the Attic
There I was up in my friend's attic because I had offered to reorganize it. Dust, dead bugs, cobwebs and a low ceiling did not bother me. A styrofoam…
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Brocante Muse
The brocante is all about what you find beautiful. Practical or not isn't the question. The photo of the French brocante does not do…
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What I Saw at the Brocante: Paintings Galore
At a nearby brocante shop these were the paintings, a few of the many, that caught my eye. I did not buy any of them simply because…
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What I Saw at the Brocante: Paintings Galore
At a nearby brocante shop these were the paintings, a few of the many, that caught my eye. I did not buy any of them simply because…
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Mother’s Day
Photo of my mom 2008 My mother is loved. My Mother to me isthe center,the rock,the faith point,the cookie maker,the matriarch, who brings us togetherin the place called home.…
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Where to go in Provence: Martigues
Provence has many pockets of charm, framed by the mediterranean, the rugged interior inland, hilltop villages, and a mighty Mistral that at times is like a paint brush sweeping…
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Thirty Years ago Today
Thirty years ago today Yann and I met. Thirty years ago wasn't that the day before yesterday, or was it a lifetime ago? This morning under the blankets warm…
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French Menu
"Chocolate cake with runny heart, and a coop of vanilla ice cream." Ah I love when I find French Menus with translations such as the ones above, because it allows…
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A Difference a Day Makes
Thank you Rene. Thank you for your amazing generous talent. Thank you for your incredible energy, spirit and that constant smile. Thank you. I know the project is not…
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