Month: February 2017
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An Elephant and a Donkey
An elephant and a donkey (1900s) that I found at the brocante, part of the French "creche" = a nativity set. Aren't they adorable? Oh symbolism: "An artistic and poetic movement or style using symbolic images and indirect…
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La Caravelle
Marseille, on the port. A restaurant with a view (La Caravelle), Notre Dame in the background. The port, at sunset is especially beautiful. The Panier is behind La Caravelle: An interesting place…
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You know you are in France…
Chalk boards. Markets. Dogs. Baguettes. Wine. Bakery signs. Boules. …
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A Day at the Brocante
A day at the brocante. A link to find "brocantes" in France: Brocabrac A few basic things about going to the brocante in France: Go as early as you can. Bring a bag to carry your finds. Have cash.…
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Sacha is Filming Refugees in France
Sacha is filming refugees in France. He wrote on F.B.: "Two little boys sit on the Dunkirk camp's playground. In the background are two of the many box houses families sleep and cook in. Today we met with people…
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When a Fishbone is Stuck in Your Throat
How to Remove a Fish Bone Stuck in Throat: (via google) 1) Cough. The very first thing you can try is coughing. That did not help, in fact it made it worse. 2. Drink Salty Water. If coughing does…