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Many years ago, while homeschooling my daughter (Retro Housewife Goes Green), I read Swallows and Amazons to her. We were both charmed by the story and I believe it remains one of her favorite books to this day. Sometimes it’s good to revisit old favorites and that is what I’m doing with our September Book…
Our September Film Club selection features Nicole Kidman and Hugh Jackman in Australia, a film that takes place during World War II. With these two fine actors and the rugged beauty of Australia, this film is one I’m eager to watch. This post may contain affiliate links and as an Amazon Associate I earn from…
Welcome to the second year of the French Chic Book Club! Each month I select a book for my fellow Francophiles to read. For the month of September we will escape to Tuscany as we read, “The Tuscan Girl”. This post may contain affiliate links and as an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases….
The August LWD Film Club selection, The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel, features two of my favorite actresses, Maggie Smith and Judi Dench. How can you possibly go wrong with these two? This post may contain affiliate links and as an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Read more here. The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel …
The Gilded Age was an interesting time period. David and I have been enjoying the television series by that name and are eagerly awaiting the next season. In the meantime, I’ve chosen a book set in that era for this month’s LWD Book Club – An American Beauty by Shana Abé. This post may contain…
Welcome to the second year of the French Chic Book Club! Each month I select a book for my fellow Francophiles to read. For the month of August we will be reading, “The Paris Showroom”. This post may contain affiliate links and as an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Read more here. This post…
And that’s a wrap! I hope you’ve enjoyed the 10th Annual French Week here at Life With Dee. I always look forward to bringing you a week of Francophile content every July. 10th Annual French Week Roundup ~ 2026 I’ve collected the week’s post here in one place in case you missed one or…
Have you ever daydreamed about moving to France? If you share my Francophile tendencies than I’m sure the answer is “yes”. Or “oui”! Well, I happen to have friends who have actually done it and agreed to share their story. We met Doug and Toni in New Orleans a number of years ago. While we…
I’m forever seeking inspiration to live a more French-inspired life. Books, films, blogs and of course, YouTube channels. Here are several I have found to be especially interesting and inspiring. Enjoy! Francophile YouTube Channels Whether they are hosted by a “genuine” French person or someone who has moved to France and embraced the lifestyle,…