Month: January 2010
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A Guessing Game Challenge
Medals. I had a slew of them.Not because I won them.I don't think I ever won a medal…. Maybe as a child I won one in 4-H for sewing… My Mom made me take sewing lessons when I was eight…
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A Road Map to France… or where your wildest dreams might take you
This is a child's map I found the other day in a French children's newspaper called, "La Journal Rose" it was dated 1901. Do you know that France is made up of regions? Each region has its specialty and they…
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Touring France: One Meal at a Time
When in France eat. If you want to experience the French lifestyle… Then you must eat. Sit in cafes, take your time,Sip wine,Converse over your meal,drink coffee andHave dessert. The French way is to savor the moment. To eat dine…
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Flattered
Several months ago I received a letter from an Italian music company asking me permission to use a photo of mine for a CD cover. I told them I was honored, and gave them permission to use my photo on…
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A Little Tour of Provence
As my friend Mari is here visiting me from the States I thought I would show her my neck of the woods. Mari loves France… she knows it pretty well, and there aren't too many places she doesn't know already.…
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How to say a Really Bad Thing with Grace
Growing up bi-lingual doesn't just happen. It takes dedication, a great deal of patience, and often repeating words constantly. My French Husband speaks French to the children; naturally, I speak English to them.…