Month: February 2024
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Child’s Play
When children ask, "Will you play with me?" They are saying:I like youI want to be by youI want to learnI have fun with youWatch mebe proud of meListen to meWe can build the universeYou teach me to be confidentand…
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Amidst the Darkness
Amidst the darkness, flowers are painted with delicate strokes of vibrant colors, serving as a poignant reminder of the duality of existence. Spring after winter reminds us of the perpetual cycle of change we face as part of our journey through…
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When Are You Coming to France? The French la Vie Dates for 2025
The French la Vie, we believe that the best way to experience the heart of Provence is by exploring its picturesque towns and villages through the eyes of its people. That's why we curate intimate groups of no more than…
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The Winners But Not for a Chicken Dinner
What an overwhelming response for the giveaways! More than that was your thoughtful comments. So many of you have been reading my blog for centuries; well, you know I exaggerate; storytellers do. Looking over the messages, I recognized…
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The Ringing of the Bells
Every Saturday late afternoon and Sunday morning, the bells in our village start ringing for ten minutes as a call to celebrate Mass. They also ring again at the end of Mass. The bells are somber when calling mourners to…
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French Antique Love Letters
French antique love letters are a rare find. Love letters aren't always between two lovers. The letter I found was written to someone's grandfather. These love letters are on embossed paper (14 x 10 inches) with paper flowers…