Feeling better but not really. Slept until 2 so that says things are not normal. Decided to re-watch Downton Abbey, it is a wonder that I am not speaking with an accent. Binge watching I gather is the term.…

  Most of the day I slept, and the rare moment where I wasn't sleeping sniffling, coughing, drippy eyes and fever sat by my side. My goal is three days, this is day two. Sunday, tomorrow is the brocante… that…

  You know you are hip cool when you go shopping and your daughter and friend Alice ask to try on the new clothes you bought. That happened after dinner last night. As my head hit the pillow my reveling…

  Came to Paris to arrange the apartment for some friends who are coming to stay tomorrow. Later I made dinner for Chelsea, Mr. Espresso, Alice and Sacha. A wonderful evening, one I wish would never end… As I came…

French beret, a woman pushing a bicycle.  Red lipstick and cigarettes in her younger days. Nowadays: a quick race to the market to prepare lunch.  Without fail: Baguette, cheese and wine, a dog at home named Fifi. Cobblestones, metro stop,…

  An old medal worn smooth. Given shortly after birth, worn since baptism. On that day surrounded by family, love, happiness, faith and prayers for a long beautiful life. This medal is of the sacred heart of Jesus.    …