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First impressions last

Posted on January 13, 2020 by frenchfry36

Just over a decade ago, in 2009, my husband, Tony, and I began our French adventure. Here are the shots from our very first trip to Argenton-sur-Creuse in central France, via London and Paris on that inaugural trip, that made … Continue reading →

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Well-known sights of Paris

Posted on March 3, 2013 by frenchfry36

Most people love Paris, but there are those who turn their noses up at this beautiful city. I can never understand why! Who could ever tire of the amazing art and architecture of Paris? Here are a few snaps of well-known sights from … Continue reading →

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Where it all began

Posted on January 29, 2013 by frenchfry36

It’s hard to pinpoint exactly when (or even why) we decided to buy a house in France. It was an idea that grew out of a desire for a fresh and exciting new life for us at a time when … Continue reading →

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Fantastic Flamenco

Posted on September 2, 2012 by frenchfry36

The highlight of our short stay in Barcelona was the Flamenco dinner show. We had a little trouble finding the place – tucked away in El Poble Espanyol de Barcelona – a delightful Spanish display village built for an exhibition in … Continue reading →

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In search of Paris’ perfect pâtisserie

Posted on April 11, 2012 by frenchfry36

While the Métro is a great way to get around Paris, the stations are so close together that often it’s just as easy to walk from A to B, and you get to see more that way too… I, for one, never … Continue reading →

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Is this your ring?

Posted on August 28, 2011 by frenchfry36

Paris is an undeniably beautiful city, but not all its inhabitants are beautiful souls. I realise everyone needs to make money and I know not all countries have as good a welfare system as Australia – but the con artists … Continue reading →

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Ah, Paris!

Posted on July 1, 2011 by frenchfry36

There’s just something about Paris isn’t there? There must be, after all, 42 million tourists visit there every year! A pleasant 2 1/2 hour journey from Argenton sur Creuse (or a bit longer if you have to change trains at Chateauroux) and you arrive at … Continue reading →

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