Stories Collected While Living in France

French la Vie

French Brocante

                   Angel18thcentury

I swear to God one of the most incredible antique fairs that I have been to in a very long time, is happening in my village today. It seems that an entire chateau has fallen out of the sky and landed here! (I wonder if a money tree is growing in my garden too? Miracles do happen.)

I’ll write more later on…but right now this angel is calling me and I must follow!

photo: An eighteen century French oil painting. Click on it to enlarge.

p.s.

Dear God,

I’m sorry I swore.

But it is a damn good antique fair…and anyway you know me, and like me, and what is a little swearing among friends right?

Comments

42 responses to “French Brocante”

  1. Jeanne

    Have fun my precious friend.
    What treasure troves you will find.
    Love you
    Jeanne

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  2. Kate

    Haven’t visited for a looong time. Glad to see so many lovely posts!

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  3. Shannon

    I can’t wait to see the treasures you’ll feature 🙂 I can’t wait to get to a Brocante!!

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  4. constance

    How exciting!!! May you have the exact amount of money to procure the treasures you desire.

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  5. patpaulk

    Have fun!!

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  6. louise

    I hope you have a super, fantastic time… I can’t believe you even stopped to write this posting, that’s quality antique fair time you were missing out on!

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  7. Star

    Get out there and shop! What a thrill to have all those treasures practically on your doorstep. 😀 Do share when you return…

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  8. berrie

    RUN like the wind! And a little cussing every now and again feels good:) God certainly could care less! xo

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  9. darla

    Woo-hoo! Can’t wait to see what you bring back to show us.
    Happy hunting!
    Darla

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  10. sheila

    What is a little swearing among friends…Frankly Corey we don’t give a d*mn..LOL
    Stop apologising and get shopping..!
    Can’t wait to see what you find..

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  11. tommiea

    What a precious little angel….did your bring him home?

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  12. AnnieElf

    Awesome, Corey. And point well made. God won’t mind. I think you made him laugh.

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  13. rel

    Corey,
    If that money tree sprouts up in your back yard, would you plesae sent a few seeds here. 😉
    rel

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  14. candy

    What fun! I wonder what you purchased – and what you photographed. And yes, a little swearing among friends is just that – a little swearing among friends.

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  15. Paris Parfait

    Enjoy and take lots of photos, please!

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  16. ULLA

    Dreamy Painting, is it yours now??? Do share all the ‘damn’ loot you bought! Girls who swear together – stay together…!!!

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  17. cruststation

    🙂 Glad you’re having fun at the antique fair, please do bring the chateau back with you.

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  18. Stephanie

    I can just imagine the lovely treasures you will find!
    Someday I will come and experience a french flea market myself. I am fortunate to be able to visit yours vicariously!!

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  19. Beachy

    That’s it! I’m going to get my brother/pilot to fly me over there right now – I need this shopping trip! =)

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  20. susan

    how do you do it corey? the shopping! i will have to send you a list… i am terrible at that! but love to see what YOU have picked up… show and tell!

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  21. ParisBreakfasts

    Uh Oh!
    Save something for Paris!

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  22. nel

    Can’t wait to see what you find!

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  23. angela marie

    Oh, I can’t wait to see what you have purchased! And possibly pictures of your day!
    have a great day! uh… I know that you are having a great day!

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  24. martina

    oooh that sounds so wonderful! Looking forward to photos of your new purchases. Don’t you think that God loves to see us find such treasured objects that make us happy?

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  25. Regina Clare Jane

    God doesn’t mind if you swear- I am convinced of that! If He did, then what would you say when you stubbed your toe?
    Hee hee- hope you have a wonderful time at the fair and bring home lots of wonderful things for all of us to drool over!

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  26. tiffini elektra x

    Can not wait to see the fantastic treasures you come back with!

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  27. mymelange

    Corey,
    You and Tara MUST stop teasing me like this. It is still cold and snowy here..and I still have a few weeks until flea market season starts. I am in serious withdrawl! Please..I beg of you..you are killing me…a slow painful death! If HE doesn’t get you for swearing HE will get you for torturing me!!! Enjoy your new treasures and take lots of pictures!

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  28. Shelley

    Corey, You lucky lucky little bum…. I can’t wait to see the treasures you found… could you please tell me how to grow your money tree?

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  29. Anastasia

    Cant wait to see what treasures you find!!

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  30. Gypsy Purple–Chamara

    I know that little angel is going to lead you to all the nice finds and treasures…..just speak nicely

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  31. Gypsy Purple–Chamara

    I know that little angel is going to lead you to all the nice finds and treasures…..just speak nicely

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  32. AJ

    Damn Corey! 😛 I think God will understand!

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  33. Linda Harre

    Corey……what is the rate of exchange for dollars? I have seen some things I would love to have in your shop, but not sure that I can afford them:) Thanks, Linda

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  34. JanePoe (aka Deborah)

    Too funny! I think God will understand … I hear she loves antiques as well ;-). Cheers, JP

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  35. Vanessa

    I wish I was at this fair with you! How wonderful!!I would bring a big wagon and haul my purchases down the road….What fun!!
    As for flying.
    I have to tell you. I left my delightful Irish beau because of flying. He decided to try it out a bit. Then became infatuated. Then it took over all of our lives. Everything revolved around the flying. Then he bought a plane. And, I detest flying. How can I have more of your out look on it? How did you find yourself feeling okay with it and accepting?? I would love to know. Am I selfish? I don’t know. I just don’t know. I spoke to him tonight. It was all about flying…? What is a girl to do? I have a new beau.. well, not new.. but, I am still friends with the old beau, and the flying still gets in “my” way. Why does this sound more and more like a Dear Abby? xxo,Vanessa

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  36. Nicol

    Oh Corey, I knew I liked you right away! Swearing and all…. or maybe because of!
    I can only dream of the treasures you will find in your own backyard. May you find your hearts desire.

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  37. Merisi

    Lovely!
    I hope your money tree grows seedlings to spare, too! 🙂

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  38. Carol

    Oh you’re sooo lucky Corey!

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  39. susanna

    You lucky girl, Corey! How fun is that?! You’d be a fun fleamarketing companion, that’s for sure! And I’m sure God is chuckling up there just anticipating your reaction. Hee!

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  40. Violette

    Et oui, la saison terrible commence !!! Se lever à l’aube le dimanche pour la chasse aux trésors…. tu as ouvert le bal,
    Oui, tu as de la chance ! Et je suis contente pour toi car tu sais prendre soin des trésors.

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  41. Anna

    Hi Corey, thank you SO much for the link to ABT!! Very kind of you!! Thank you!!!
    Hope you are well! Thanks also for the lovely email you sent me a couple of weeks ago!!
    XO
    Anna

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  42. Blue

    I love the way some of the angels are painted chubby and sweet like this. Reminds me of my girls when they get out of the tub, lots of beautiful rolls!
    xo

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