tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-88134395989736444742024-03-05T08:56:06.142-08:00THE FRENCH ELEMENTSBarbhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01994497495485079152noreply@blogger.comBlogger371125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8813439598973644474.post-78413070496602817182016-04-10T15:55:00.000-07:002016-06-12T12:18:30.619-07:00A new blog<div style="text-align: center;">
Hi Friends! After much thought, I have started a new blog- Chasing The Next Chapter.. which is what we are doing.</div>
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My youngest son loved this blog and I will keep it. I visit when emotions allow. So many memories, so many years, If you would like to visit my new blog, you can find it <a href="http://www.chasingthenextchapter.blogspot.com/">here</a></div>
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I hope to see you. I actually hope to find my way back here. I am hoping that finding my way back to the dashboard is like riding a bike. It has to get easier!</div>
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Barbhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01994497495485079152noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8813439598973644474.post-66541877988141213572016-01-03T00:01:00.000-08:002016-01-03T00:01:14.314-08:006 years ago today<div style="text-align: center;">
<span style="font-size: large;">I wrote a post dedicated to my son as it was his birthday. </span> A rather special birthday because the doctor's didn't think he would live to see that ripe old age. He had so many health problems and the complications from TYPE 1 DIABETES were gaining ground. Well, he made it for another 5 years and as you know, passed away 6 month's ago (New Year's day was the 6 month anniversary). </div>
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Today is his 33rd birthday and I revisited the original post a few days ago. I decided to repost it as I think it contains some valuable lessons that need to be shared. If you are interested in reading the original post, you can find it <span style="font-size: large;"><a href="http://thefrenchelements.blogspot.com/2010/01/what-i-learned-from-my-son-over-last-27.html">HERE</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">HAPPY BIRTHDAY J.W.</span></div>
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I cannot begin to imagine what a birthday would be like in Heaven. It has to be truly amazing!</div>
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I (we) miss you like crazy down here but I know YOU know that.</div>
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You continue to inspire and teach me. I know you have certainly sent some pretty awesome "GOD WINKS". The wink on Christmas eve and Christmas day... unbelievable. </div>
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Tom (the other God wink on Christmas eve) calls these synchronicities. You make your presence known. The stunning bouquet on New Year's eve...that "found me". Not a coincidence. I'm keeping my mind and heart open. Another lesson. </div>
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Your sense of humor is still there. Perhaps you'll "God wink" a few other people....</div>
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I know for certain we will see you again..in Heaven..when the time is right. I hope you will recognize me. I'll still be thin, probably much grayer, probably wearing boots! Ray...he can't get any grayer. You'll have to keep looking for the really "TALL DUDE" that is speaking french...or spanish. </div>
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We love you, we miss you. <span style="font-size: large;">ROCK IT OUT IN HEAVEN TODAY. YOU DESERVE IT BIRTHDAY BOY!!!!!</span></div>
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Barbhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01994497495485079152noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8813439598973644474.post-20796541369346496272015-11-30T15:15:00.000-08:002015-12-29T09:20:01.944-08:00Still here<div style="text-align: center;">
<span style="font-size: large;">Well, tomorrow will be 5 months. Truly feels like it has been forever. I guess it will always feel that way to me.</span></div>
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Thanksgiving was the first big Holiday. Of course Christmas is right around the corner. New Year's day will be the 6 month anniversary and his 33rd birthday is 2 days after New Years. Whew...so much. So many milestones.</div>
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I want to thank those who reached out even though I disabled comments. If there is a will, there is a way. It truly meant the world and will not be forgotten. XOXO.</div>
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Earlier in the year, we planned a trip to Spain. We have fallen in love with the country and decided to visit some areas that were on the bucket list. When my son died, I wanted to cancel. Then hubby got sick again and was hospitalized and I really wanted to cancel it. When he received the go ahead from the Dr and shared how important he felt it was for us to take this trip, I caved. We went earlier in the month for a few weeks. We had a marvelous time and it gave us precious <span style="font-size: large;">TIME</span> to really discuss the future. Coming home was difficult though....as you can imagine.</div>
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The past couple days, we have been going through "things" that need a new home. While the photo below may look like we are hoarders (hehe), I can assure you, we are not. </div>
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I cannot wait for the pickup tomorrow. Sad to say (one of my sons expressions), I had to call to arrange a pickup. The last time I put bags by the garage doors (not on the curb), someone swooped in and threw the bags in their truck. Karma....</div>
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Older, grayer, but still kicking. God is good.</div>
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Let me tell you, 8 weeks can feel like an entire lifetime. Another milestone I never wanted to cross.</div>
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This photo was taken 15 years ago. J.W. had just turned 17. He didn't like "devil horns" so he was holding up "feathers". Turkey feathers. The pillow on the chair was a Christmas gift from him. He knew I liked pillows and teacups. I still treasure it.</div>
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The pillow above is one that I made for myself. J.W. loved the pillows embroidered with "there is no place like home unless it is...the stockings with "my other stocking is in... and the pillows with "my other chateau is in France". I believe he is looking down and smiling at this pillow. He was my biggest champion. </div>
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8 weeks. I miss his smile, his sense of humor, the non stop texts and phone calls, the hugs.</div>
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I'm keeping comments disabled because when I start to read them, I cry. </div>
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Thank you for indulging me.</div>
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Barbhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01994497495485079152noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8813439598973644474.post-89450291741799757232015-07-28T14:48:00.001-07:002015-12-29T11:10:40.461-08:004 weeks tomorrow...<div style="text-align: center;">
Tomorrow will be 4 weeks. It feels like it has been forever.</div>
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Going through the motions, thankful for the 32 years we had together. I know he is waiting for us and I know the reunion will be oh so sweet. That will be a time for happy dancing. Right now it is still a time for weeping. I am so thankful we have tears as a release. Thank you for your prayers and support. The last words he spoke to me as we were hanging up the phone- "I love you mama. See you later." God Bless you my son. You will see me later. I just didn't know the "later" would be in Heaven.</div>
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Barbhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01994497495485079152noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8813439598973644474.post-30960514846284205282015-07-10T09:58:00.000-07:002015-12-29T12:05:04.985-08:00Thank you so much<div style="text-align: center;">
You are not supposed to outlive your child (I think anyway) but God doesn't make mistakes. We were so blessed to have 4 additional years. There were good days and not so good days but each day was a gift. I realize how fortunate I was to be his mother for 32 years. J.W. had a huge heart and when I think of him, I remember how generous he truly was. I appreciate the comments left on my post from last week. I received emails asking why I switched to no comments allowed. Why? Not everyone is so nice and I went into that mode to kind of protect myself, I guess. I love all of you and thank you for your continued prayers.</div>
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Barbhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01994497495485079152noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8813439598973644474.post-9665893396661587502015-07-01T21:16:00.000-07:002015-12-29T08:48:43.409-08:00this could be my last post<div style="text-align: center;">
J.W. passed away today. I am heartbroken.</div>
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Well, it will be in the triple digits here for months. With that being said, something special is on the way.</div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">CHRISTMAS! 6 months from today. WHOO HOO!!</span></div>
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Today I have been working on some embroidered Christmas stockings so I thought I would share.</div>
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Sorry for the news flash but 6 months..it will be here before we know it.</div>
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Back in 2008, 2009. and 2010, I did a post about YOU KNOW IT'S HOT WHEN.... Obviously, it was too hot for me to do this post in 2011, 2012, 2013, or 2014. But, I'M BACK AND IT IS STLL HOT!</div>
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Today it is supposed to hit 115 or higher. I am very thankful that I can escape the heat in air conditioning. My heart goes out to those who are homeless and have no where to go to escape the killer heat.</div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>On a lighter note, </b>today my first crush turns 73.</span></div>
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Why is he not aging? Well, maybe a tiny bit but my first crush still has it going on.</div>
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He and Zelda lived here from 1922-1924. He wrote 3 chapters of The Great Gatsby in this house.</div>
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Between the two of them, they had so much talent and such tortured lives.</div>
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If you are a reader, try to pick up the books in the 2nd pic. They are worth your time.</div>
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Whoo hoo.... first post for June. On a roll.</div>
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I was hoping to post before Memorial Day, didn't happen <span style="font-size: large; font-weight: bold;">but </span>it is never too late. This photo made it to Instagram but that was it.</div>
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I was proud and I was sick...cried like a baby when he told me. After boot camp he was sent to The Defense Language Institute. I thought that was great and he would be safe and out of harm's way. What an idiot I was. You need someone who speaks a language to go on missions that are dangerous. Duh!! That could be why I received this pic a couple years ago in lieu of a call (easier to "talk" with mom when she is not hysterical). I happened to be with J.W. when I received this photo. I texted back and said it was beautiful and what are you doing in the photo? He texted back it was taken when he re-enlisted for 5 more years. Waterworks and more waterworks. I am so proud of him and all he has done to keep us safe. I call him the bionic man with the titanium brackets and screws along with ceramic discs in his neck. UGH! Getting shot.. another story which I found out by text as well.</div>
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I spent some time yesterday reading the letter in this pic. It was sent to my gram's gram in 1887. Her father was a prisoner of war at Andersonville Prison during the civil war. He was held for 244 days- from Oct 11, 1863 to June 10th , 1864 when he died. The payment due to her was $61. Our course it was never received. </div>
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Barbhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01994497495485079152noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8813439598973644474.post-3809170642458118842015-05-18T16:01:00.001-07:002015-12-29T11:02:34.432-08:00Fine as it is<div style="text-align: center;">
<b style="font-size: x-large;">So, </b>a friend asked if I was going to re-do my blog now that I was attempting to get back into blogging regularly. She thought I would want to remove some of the "clutter" (I love her dearly or we would have an issue-hehe), simplify it and tie it into my website. I thought about it for zero seconds. It <b>is</b> busy and that is fine with me. I l have loved my header from day one. Tiffany did an amazing job and it always makes me smile. My tag line has been my philosophy since I was a young teen. French is a state of mind and that is not a bad state to be in.</div>
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O.K. I finished the second Burberrys stocking. People, in 7 months it will be Christmas. Time rolls by quickly. I am kind of like a one woman Christmas stocking sweatshop. In a good way.</div>
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So, another post for May and it feels good!</div>
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">Three</span> posts since May 7th. </b>I think I am working on developing a new habit- regular blogging. They say it takes 30 days for a new habit to stick so we'll see. Hehe.</div>
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The photo's below have nothing to do with this post <i style="font-size: x-large; font-weight: bold;">but they make me happy so</i> I am sharing. I figure what makes me happy someone else may also enjoy.</div>
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Can you imagine waking up to this everyday? I could look out those windows everyday- no complaints. I would have a comfy chair and watch the world go by. I've always been a reader so I would need some good reads for those moments when I would NOT be looking out the windows. I used to share some of my favorite books right here. I think that tradition may continue.</div>
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What an odd collection! Dearie- The remarkable life of Julia Child by Bob Spitz is a wonderful biography. The photo of Julia on the cover is what caught my eye. She was a lovely young woman. To think that when the photo was taken, she had no idea that her name would be known everywhere.</div>
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I love magazines but have gotten pretty picky with what I purchase now. They all seem to be the same. When I picked up French Cottage - Victoria Classics. I knew it was a winner. Definitely worth looking for. </div>
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Living in Italy by Alvino Fantini (love the sound of his name) is a book that I purchased in 2000. That was 3 years before hubby and I married. Every once in a while I pull it out and read through...one.more.time. Now, he reads through it. A kindred soul- hehe.</div>
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I used the label, the ribbon from the garment. Repurposing at its best. Hehe. </div>
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Barbhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01994497495485079152noreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8813439598973644474.post-14130616354680115262015-05-11T18:18:00.000-07:002015-12-29T11:01:06.608-08:00Still in love with this place<div style="text-align: center;">
My <i style="font-weight: bold;">ONLY</i> post in 2014 was about this incredible project. I am kind of in love with it. Let's just say if <b> I could just pick up and leave, </b>I would be there. In a heartbeat. Hubby, if you are reading this, only joking. </div>
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Actually, I think he would join me. He <i><b>has</b></i> visited the <a href="http://www.chateaugudanes.com/">website</a> a few times. I would like to think he was looking into booking one of their workshops (embroidery?) for me. Dream on...hehe.</div>
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This breathtaking chateau was built in the mid 1700's. It is located in the village of Chateau Verdon. The family started renovations in 2013. Can you even imagine?</div>
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You really have to see all the progress they have made. The website is a favorite and whenever a pic pops up on instagram, I am in heaven.</div>
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Oh, and they have very cool video's on the site. Can you tell I am in love?</div>
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Someday, I will visit. Putting it out there...hubby can you hear me?</div>
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Thank you for stopping by and my dear friends that left comments on my first post for 2015, I love you!</div>
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I do have a question. Why do I have to prove to my blog that I am not a robot? Is it just blogger toying with me?</div>
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Barbhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01994497495485079152noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8813439598973644474.post-13171318065524546952015-05-07T17:33:00.000-07:002015-12-29T12:32:53.472-08:00What happened to Blogger?!<div style="text-align: center;">
The last time I did a post, it took quite a while as blogger had changed so much. Today...serious stress. He he. I haven't used my log in for blogger and could not remember my password. Then I thought I can just switch over to my Gmail address. I googled how to make that change. Evidently, if you try to do this, you lose all your old posts. Since I first started to blog in 2008, that was not an option. Too much history there that I don't want to lose. Now that I finally figured out how to log in again, the page looks very unfamiliar. Hoping I am in the right area. </div>
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In case you have forgotten me... my name is Barb and I am hoping to begin blogging again.</div>
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We have had some health issues...again. As I speak, hubby is cancer free as of the last 3 month checkup. He sees the dr again for the next 3 month check up next month. Lots of prayers going up for sure. J.W...good days, not so good days. At this point, he is having more "not so good" days. Staying positive and always sending up prayers. Please keep my guys in your prayers.</div>
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I wanted to share a hysterical link with you. This woman just makes me laugh until I cry. Plus, she is really crafty. This truly makes me want to find a <a href="http://victoriaelizabethbarnes.com/repurposed-antique-piano-kitchen-island">piano</a> I can work with. I hope you have a chance to read through her "piano adventure". You will not be disappointed.</div>
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Seriously, I am hoping to get back to blogging. It will not be like the good ole days because those days are gone. Life has become more hectic but that is o.k. I will post and visit when I am able. If this is my last post...I will blame it on the fact that I could not find my way back to my blogger log in.</div>
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<i>I just had to share something with you. You know of my fascination with transforming a "humble" chateau. Well, this is the real deal. If you have a chance, check it out. The journey is inspiring.</i></div>
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Perhaps when WE (hehe) purchase our little fixer-upper in Spain (<span style="font-size: xx-small;">remember the Italian post that had Army son believing we had purchased that little fixer-upper in San Remo?) </span>I will post about it. </div>
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We are finally on the other side of the mountain. Whoo Hoo!!</div>
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Wow, it has been over 6 months since I last blogged. My intentions were so good earlier in the year. "Stuff" got in the way. The last half of 2013 has been quite the adventure. It has certainly kept us on our toes (and quite often on our knees)! As I sit here looking back, it seems like a really crazy movie. Not one I would pay to see however. Thank God we have crossed over to the really good side of the mountain.</div>
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Early this summer, my precious hubby was diagnosed with cancer. We were shocked to say the least. My blogging friends will remember that I have been the one with health issues. When we got married 10 years ago, he married a "pretty sick ole gal". Hehe. He was the strong, healthy one. After treatment, surgery, treatment....today he was given <span style="font-size: large;"><b>A CLEAN BILL OF HEALTH!</b></span></div>
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Oh, lest I forget. Jeff was shot through the leg in September. Friendly fire (so to speak). He is doing o.k.</div>
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He is also remarried and I am now the grandma to 8 fabulous grans. I just doubled the amount of children to love. His wife is pretty amazing. She loves him and the job he holds. Being a military wife is difficult but she is up for the task.</div>
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J.W continues to amaze us. His health has not been great the past few months but he is a fighter. I guess we all are. </div>
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I hope to be able to visit my blogging pals. If that doesn't happen as often as I would like, please know that I think of you often. Many of us started this journey together years ago. Some have dropped off but we stay connected on facebook. I hope that 2014 will allow me to blog a bit more. Time will tell.</div>
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Big hugs to each of you.</div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">It truly is like stepping back in time. I shared this on facebook this morning but I know not everyone is a fan of facebook. If you have some time, check <a href="http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2323297/Inside-Paris-apartment-untouched-70-years-Treasure-trove-finally-revealed-owner-locked-fled-outbreak-WW11.html">this</a> out. You will not regret it.</span></div>
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So, I was chatting with a friend earlier and she asked me if I was finished. I really didn't know what she was talking about. She said she had visited my blog and evidently I was still doing laundry from our trip. Oh, all those good intentions flew right out the window. Hehe. One of these days it will all work out.</div>
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To bring you up to date a bit (if anyone is there), it has been busy. I have been working on some projects that I am excited about. Well, I am usually excited about something. We have had some health hiccups but hoping good news will be delivered next week.</div>
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Jayde is a teenager! Can you even believe that? When I started this blog in 2008, she was so young.</div>
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Now, a teenager.....big sigh!</div>
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Oh, one more thing. I have had a face lift. I needed a change. Well, not me exactly (I don't even color my hair anymore) but <a href="http://www.thefrenchelements.com/">The French Elements</a>.</div>
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I thought she needed a little makeover. I love how it turned out.</div>
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J.W. is now 30 (can you believe that?!!!)</div>
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<b>I promised another post on the fabulous destination shop..Rust and Roses.</b></div>
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<b>Shelly is a master at putting together a shop that is filled with treasures. </b></div>
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<b>Look up, look down, unique items everywhere.</b></div>
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<b>This post will take you outside the doors of the shop. So much to see.</b></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: small;">Every once in a while, you meet someone and you know they are destined for GREAT THINGS.</span></b></div>
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Years ago, I was transferred to Phoenix. I was with Clinique as a Regional Education Manager</div>
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I know you are not supposed to have favorites, but one young lady stuck out. I always enjoyed spending time at her counter. She knew her stuff and I was pleased she was on the line. </div>
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She WAS destined for great things! </div>
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When I left the company, I received letters, cards, and other keepsakes.</div>
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Shelly owns 2 incredible shops (it was 1 at that time). Rust and Roses, and</div>
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Sirens and Saints. Right now she is closed and on a whirlwind buying adventure.</div>
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The shop reopens August 17th. I took so many pics when I was there last. I thought I</div>
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Are you still with me? THIS STORE IS DIVINE!</div>
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I can't wait to see what she brings back. </div>
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She has a good eye and a good heart. That was obvious many years ago.</div>
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they could be a whole lot worse. I'll be takin the better.</div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b>but we were right there.</b></span></span></div>
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This stunning villa is called <a href="http://www.businessinsider.com/coco-chanel-french-riviera-house-for-sale-photos-2012-2#welcome-to-the-estate-of-mademoiselle-chanel-1"><span style="font-size: large;">La Pausa</span></a> and it belonged to</div>
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Mademoiselle Gabrielle Chanel. It was build for her by The Duke Of Westminster.</div>
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Staying in Menton, we were up and down this area on a very regular basis.</div>
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Roquebrune Cap Martin is to die for.</div>
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I could have been getting ready to start my day in a setting like this.</div>
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The potential of the fixer upper.</div>
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">La Pausa </span><span style="font-size: large;">was on the market</span></b><b><span style="font-size: large;"></span></b> <b><span style="font-size: large;">and I didn't know.</span></b> </div>
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Can you even begin to imagine the stories that house could tell? Ooh la la! </div>
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Alas, it has been sold and not to me-hehe.</div>
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Check out the link if you have a chance. The pics are swoon worthy.</div>
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On another note, Army son (aka Jeff) has his surgery tomorrow,</div>
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What is left of 3 disc's in his neck will be removed. Titanium brackets and screws</div>
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Please keep him in your thoughts and prayers. Life is a little crazy for him</div>
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right now and I just wish I could make things better. SO......please keep him in your prayers.</div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">So, I have wanted a little place to fix up for a while.</span></div>
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Since we were so close to the Italian border, we decided to visit. Big mistake-hehe. </div>
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I am not a picky person BUT I do have some requirements.</div>
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There has to be a fabulous market.</div>
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This is one fabulous market. Just look....</div>
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Such variety.</div>
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And there has to be lots of these....</div>
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truly majestic flowers.</div>
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Besides food, I need a regular market to fill all the other needs.</div>
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O.K, I checked off another requirement. Loved the market.</div>
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I would love a beautiful walkway to my house.</div>
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Are you ready? AMAZING!</div>
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There is more.</div>
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Hubby has to look good while crossing the bridge to get home. </div>
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This is an eye rolling moment. Love ya hubby!</div>
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Just across the bridge. Ahhhh.</div>
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I require a killer view. Are you ready? </div>
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THIS IS THE VIEW FROM THE FRONT OF THE HOUSE.</div>
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The angels are singing.</div>
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Now, I mentioned a little fixer upper. I can see the potential in just</div>
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about everyone and everything. This house is no different. It just</div>
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needs a little LOVE.</div>
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ARE YOU READY?</div>
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It has potential, just needs some minor repairs.</div>
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The back is quite spectacular as well.</div>
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Just a little work. Hubby could actually see the potential as well.</div>
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So, there you have it. Just keep going back to the view.</div>
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We had a great time, it went by way tooo fast.</div>
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I purchased some goodies which will eventually make it</div>
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to The French Elements. Can I just say VINTAGE and EXQUISITE.</div>
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Back to reality today. My car broke down on the way to the store and had to be towed </div>
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to the dealership. Not going to stress but going to focus on my little</div>
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fixer upper. I may be walking everywhere (very European).</div>
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Hugs and love!</div>
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Ciao</div>
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