Vive le Vent d’Hiver

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We took advantage of the brilliant winter sunshine and Mediterranean climate today by spending our Sunday afternoon at the beach. There were families, retired couples, dog-walkers, and kite flyers walking outside. The wind was vivacious, stirring everything into motion. A … Continue reading

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Offensive French Seal

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Brian had an amusing conversation with our five-year old after collecting him from maternelle (kindergarten) today. As soon as he got home, he shared the conversation with me, an amused grin on his face. Brian: How was school today, buddy? … Continue reading

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I can ride a two wheeler now!

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Dear Auntie Renee, I learned how to bike with two wheels in Agde (last September). And it’s so, so fun! I love it. It’s like my dream come true. I bike at school with it, and I can do a … Continue reading

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The Importance of School Lunches in France

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Written by Jenn “Monsieur, you send your son to school with a sandwich?!” an offended canteen staff spat disbelievingly from his cultured French collar. Judging my husband as ignorantly uncivilized with her incredulous expression, the atmosphere grew guillotine tense. In … Continue reading

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Pictures of the Chouara Tannery in Fez, Morocco

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The Chouara Tannery in Fez, Morocco is the oldest tannery in the world. It dates as far back as the 11th century, where the processing of mainly sheep and goat hides (some cow, and camel too) has remained unchanged for about … Continue reading

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New Year’s Eve in Agde

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Written by Jenn Thought you would all enjoy some pictures of the New Year’s Eve costume party we attended this year in Agde. Our friends Delphine and Fred organized it with some of their friends. They rented a hall and supplied … Continue reading

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Reminiscing 2011: A Year to Remember

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It’s hard to believe that a year ago we were in Vatican City celebrating the magical start of the New Year. It’s been an unforgettable 2011 for us. One which we’d like to reminisce over month by month. January After our … Continue reading

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Christmas in Agde

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Written by Jenn It’s been a fantastic Christmas for our family here in Southern France. The weather has been a peaceful blue-skied brilliance so fitting for our first Christmas in Agde. We celebrated with bursting spirits (and stomachs) with an … Continue reading

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Movement and Beauty

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By Jenn “I believe God made me for a purpose, but he also made me fast. And when I run I feel His pleasure.” ~ E. Liddell from Chariots of Fire This December I’ve been meaning to share with you … Continue reading

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Pictures from our France Road Trip

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France is the largest country in western Europe. Its varied landscape include fertile plains, rocky mountain ranges, deep gorges, luscious forests, rolling farmer’s fields, vineyards, and breathtaking coastlines. With more than half of its land under cultivation, France leads the … Continue reading

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