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Love’s Direction…
Right in front of me, in my daily life there are things I see every single day and yet do not really see them for what they are. Or, and there are things I could do but don't, and even…
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Stepping out with nothing up her Sleeve.
On my friend's bookshelf.Leaning against the books stood a paper doll. She was stepping out of herself, or so it appeared. I found the symbolism intriguing. The books=tools of knowledge, her old fashion clothing+ stepping forward nude. One gloved hand…
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Making a List Checking it Twice
French Husband and I took a break from Christmas shopping and went for a hot chocolate… While sitting in the warm cafe our conversation went away from the Christmas list in hand, straight to our Harley Ride list. First we…
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A French Christmas Gathering.
The French Christmas home decor starts with the Creche (the Nativity scene) whereas in the States the central focus is the Christmas tree. In Provence the santons– the figurines that go into the Creche go beyond the usual line up…
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French Tradition… Put your shoe not your stocking by the chimney
Put your shoe not your stocking by the chimney tonight (the feast of St Nicolas is tomorrow) if you want it to be filled with lovely treats. In France today marks the tradition countdown to Christmas. French Christmas traditions include:…
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Lace Snowflakes
Lace snowflakes. I am catching them to keep me warm. It is cold enough to snow here in Provence. Though it rarely does. When it does snow the entire area closes down, a novelty like snow makes the south stop…