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Make it Special
The last of the lavender, and a few roses from our garden. Those delicate petals, just like that, perfection. Softness. Letting the petals be. A handwritten poetry…
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A Story of Chelsea and Mr. Espresso
The Theme: A Mother/ Daughter moment: (2008, Aix en Provence) The Stage: The daughter's (Chelsea) studio. First Scene: The Coffee Machine…
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A Life Well Lived
This was the sugar bowl that shattered on the red tile floor when it fell from Mademoiselle Elise's hand back in 1916. This…
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Best Place to Think Over Things
When the morning is running faster than your feet can manage, When the day is fuller than your arms can carry, When you know you should sit down…
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Poetic Chapter
A pile of old French religious books were scattered on the ground at the brocante, dumped out of a box that someone had probably collected from cleaning out…
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A Place to Stay in Paris
Our apartment is located at Rue du Chateau, 75014 in Paris. The nearest metro line is two minutes away #13 Pernety, which is a direct line to…
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A Little Picnic Elegance
A very full-on, rewarding work day at the Chateau with the French Muse. An elegant picnic: Baguette, fruit, cheese and wine. Divine. Thank you Nelly for the flowers. …
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A New Chapter in Being at Home in France
Me… I am preparing to open the door. To put on my best smile, and wave: "Have fun! I'll miss you! Be good! Be careful! I love you!…
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Grandmother Amaro’s Hug
What is love? That famous question that seeks an answer, over and over again. And yet we know what love is. The last time I saw my Grandmother Amaro,…
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One Giant Step Forward
The family gathers, shares stories, enjoys each other's company while diving into lunch. A family where the core is at home at the table, where nourishment is more…
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