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Little Brocante Find
At the first brocante I ever visited, years ago, I found a postcard of a woman impeccably dressed, carrying eggs in a basket, water from the fountain in a zinc…
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Skinny Dipping in the Moonlight
Because the temperatures keep us uncomfortable throughout the day, seeking relief has become a new pastime. Carry the tub outside. Under your arm,take the champagne. Gather roses—buds, blossoms, and blooms—and…
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The Joy of Cooking Mediterranean Style
I came back from the antique fairs sightly tattered. All I wanted to do was take a cool bath, have something to eat, and go to bed. The moment I…
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The International Antique Markets in France
Forty years ago, I attended my first international antique fair in France. I was amazed then, and I still am today. There are thousands upon thousands of beautiful objects to…
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More Than All of This
What do you prefer a Michelin star restaurant are going to the Brocante? A shopping spree at an Haut Couture shop, or a shopping spree at a Brocante? Croissants, or…
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Beating the Heatwave in Paris
On Instagram, you must see this joyful fun explosion in Paris, at the canal Saint Martin! it will make you smile all day long, I promise! click here to see…
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Summer Green
Provence, usually provokes colors of blue and yellow, lace curtains, shuttered windows, sidewalk cafés, and all of that is true- until you see the underlines of green.
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Sunshine Extreme in France
I’ve lived in France for 40 years. It was hot last year, but this year is off the charts, and they expect things to get even worse. I grew up…
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