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Ramblings of a retiree in France
Month: August 2021
More beautiful French villages
Following on from last week’s list which formed part of a competition on French television, here’s a more “classical list.” As you may have gathered, while I’m getting out and about, I’m not visiting anywhere new that I can write about. That’ll all change… Continue Reading “More beautiful French villages”
Cee’s Flower of the Day #150
I really enjoy showcasing beautiful flora – flowers, shrubs, trees, bushes and leaves – throughout the year, and from around the world. Cee’s FOTD Challenge rules, why not join in? 1.Feel free to post every day or whenever you you feel like it. You… Continue Reading “Cee’s Flower of the Day #150”
Musical Monday: Chris Isaak
Ploughing once more through my archives I found this. Seems somehow appropriate at the end of summer. Wicked Game is a song by American rock musician and actor Chris Isaak, released from his third studio album Heart Shaped World (1989). The track did not become a… Continue Reading “Musical Monday: Chris Isaak”
Cee’s Flower of the Day #149
I really enjoy showcasing beautiful flora – flowers, shrubs, trees, bushes and leaves – throughout the year, and from around the world. Cee’s FOTD Challenge rules, why not join in? 1.Feel free to post every day or whenever you you feel like it.… Continue Reading “Cee’s Flower of the Day #149”
French Fancies: Sézane
Created in 2013, Sézane is a digital fashion firm that has made a niche out of niceness. Its subtly feminine creations — mostly wearable and unchallenging pieces such as vintage-looking knitted sweaters and sensibly heeled leather pumps — are showcased via positivity-fuelled branding and… Continue Reading “French Fancies: Sézane”
The Musette: individual pineapple tatin
Last week’s dinner dish was lightish and therefore I felt it was wholly appropriate to serve a more substantial dessert. I particularly like serving individual ones as generally they’re quicker to cook. Despite its appearance, there’s not too much cooking involved. You need to… Continue Reading “The Musette: individual pineapple tatin”
One from the Vaults: Postcard from the Vuelta II – Asturias
I’m continuing with my posts from 2016 Vuelta a Espana. Generally, as you know, my plans go strictly according to plan, but not this time……… Expectations were high for the remainder of our vacation, particularly after our previous hotels had spoilt us with spacious… Continue Reading “One from the Vaults: Postcard from the Vuelta II – Asturias”
Cee’s Flower of the Day #148
It’s very enjoyable showcasing beautiful flora – flowers, shrubs, trees, bushes and leaves – throughout the year, and from around the world. Cee’s FOTD Challenge rules, why not join in? 1.Feel free to post every day or whenever you you feel like it. You… Continue Reading “Cee’s Flower of the Day #148”
Thursday doors #126
This week there are a few more Spanish doors:- Thursday Doors is a weekly feature allowing door lovers to come together to admire and share their favourite door photos from around the world. Feel free to join in the fun by creating your own… Continue Reading “Thursday doors #126”
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