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Squeezing Myself under the Stairwell for Christmas
Underneath the stairwell, in the farthest corner beyond arm's reach are the Christmas decorations for our home. If it were as simple as to open the broom closet and go underneath the stairs our nativity and our fake Christmas tree…
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The Flying Machine and Prayers Answered
I tell you when I pray things happen. Well, at least I like to believe that. You see when I prayed for patience- I got new neighbors when I prayed for love- I got France, and when I prayed for…
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French Antique Stocking Stuffers & a Mosquito
French antique stocking stuffers. Small delights that are one of a kind and undeniable sweet to the eye. ________________________________ Last night French Husband announced that he was ready. "Ready for what," I asked, "Christmas?" I poked him, "You're not…
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Au Petit Bonheur la Chance
The Brocanting Blond Bag-Ladies Bartering on their last day. They have found their Petit Bonheur la Chance. Au Petit Bonheur la Chance 13 Rue Saint-Paul, 75004 Paris 01 42 74 36 38 As for me I have a pocket full…
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Brocante Adventure and the Messy House
Brocanting in France means that while you are looking for antiques you are able to see many charming villages and can interact with the locals. You spend much time driving around the countryside, drinking coffee in cafes, having a sandwich…
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What does it mean to be on a Brocanting Tour
The Brocanting tour is coming to the end of the road. We have traveled many miles to the different brocantes in the area. Day after day loading and then unloading the antiques into my house the (Yes, my house has…