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Looking for an easy, healthy, one-dish meal for weeknight dinners? This Mediterranean Turkey and Veggie Skillet recipe has got you covered. It’s full of healthy vegetables AND it’s delicious! This post may contain affiliate links and as an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Read more here. Mediterranean Turkey & Veggie Skillet Do you ever…
A number of years ago I read Tish Jett’s first book, “Forever Chic” and loved it. I’m excited to share her second book, Living Forever Chic: French Women’s Timeless Secrets For Everyday Elegance, Gracious Entertaining, and Enduring Allure as our August LWD Book Club selection. This post may contain affiliate links and as an Amazon Associate…
I spent so much of my childhood at my grandparents’ house next door. Lots of good memories! One of my fond memories is of what we called, “tea milk”. Grandma made pitchers of sweet tea every day for anyone who happened by. And the children had milk added. Sounds odd perhaps but we all loved…
It’s all too easy to let our days be dictated by a to-do list. Once in awhile it’s good to plan a special day for ourselves. And if, like me, you admire the lifestyle of the French, you can use their example to craft your day. Here is how to create a perfect Francophile day. …
Bonne fête nationale! Today is what we, in the U.S. might call “Bastille Day”, the commemoration of the storming of the Bastille in 1789. This post may contain affiliate links and as an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Read more here. Bastille Day Would you like to learn more about “Bastille Day” and why…
There is so much to love about France but food has to be near the top of the list. Every single meal we had in Paris was delicious. Even something as simple as roasted potatoes was somehow elevated to gourmet status. One way we can bring a bit of the flavor of France to our…
Oh, those lovely French women! How do they look so beautiful yet natural? The secret is their skin. French skin care is legendary. Let’s explore how they keep their skin looking so gorgeous. This post may contain affiliate links and as an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Read more here. French Skin Care My…
I’d love nothing better than to board a plane to France for a month-long escape. Exploring the streets of Paris for a week or two and then relaxing in the South of France, this extended vacation is a dream of mine. I’m saving for this trip but in the meantime I enjoy a virtual escape…
A good day begins the night before. Imagine waking up feeling rested, your house in order and everything ready to begin your day. Sound impossible? With a good before bed routine you can start each day on the right foot. That doesn’t mean everything will go perfectly but at least you’ll be off to a…