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Do you speak French?
When I arrived in France I was thirty years old and did not speak more than three words in French. Some of you have asked me what was that like…
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Dinner with a Paintbrush
When I arrived in France I didn’t speak a word of French. Well, I spoke three words maybe five, humble pie was my constant buddy, observing in silence my new…
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Collected Thoughts
Things we collect. The smallest things. Bits and pieces, from here and there. Things we collect that we attach meaning to, find pretty, or odd, that seem to say something…
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Les Jardins d’Albertas
The garden of Albertas is between Marseilles and Aix-en-Provence created in XVIII century. The French garden is strongly influenced by the Italians. It is permanently in bloom with naked statues. …
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French Silverware
French silverware speaks of the importance that the French put on food and meal- time. The French have a fork, knife, spoon for every food under heaven. They also have…
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French Antique Linen and Lace
Tipping over the card board box of vintage linen and lace the vendor gave me the thumbs up to dig through them, she went to the car bringing out another…
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Dreamgirl
Details of love. Do you share them? Sacha asked, "How does a girl like to be treated?" I said, "Listen to her. Share with her. Notice who she is." Sacha…
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French Antique Glass
The French have a love affair with style. Note the square base, the etching going up to the rim. The stylish designs are a feast for the eyes and soul, …
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Inspired by Pink.
Two English creamers stand side by side, similar in shape and design. Setting off the mood for a collection in pink. Tapestry pillows with touches of pink inviting you to…
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Provencal Fabrics
French Provencal fabric. Depicting traditional colors and designs. Patterns that use to be hand-blocked using natural pigments of the region in shades of red, blue, yellow and green. French Provencal…
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