There are many beautiful and famous bridges in Paris. But the bridge that is the top tourist destination is the Pont Des Arts (Bridge of Arts) which has been given the nickname “the bridge of locks”. The pedestrian bridge crosses over the River Seine and links the central square (cour carrée) of the Palais du Louvre to the Institut de France. Pont Des Arts (Bridge of Arts) The original bridge was constructed between 1802 and 1804 during the reign of Napoleon I. It was the first metal ... View the Post
The Furniture and Accessories of French Kings
Welcome to a post filled with opulence and grandeur. The Furniture and Accessories of French Kings. This stunning bed first belonged to Louis XVIII (the 18th) and later by Charles X (the 10th) in the Tuileries palace. The Furniture and Accessories of French Kings All of the objets du art in this post can be found on the first floor of the Richelieu Gallery in room 75 close to Napoléon III’s apartments at the Louvre. The description of each item was written in French and I have done my best ... View the Post
Sweet Mystery of Life
I tend to fall into the category of being a planner. I love the structure of filling in a calendar with appointments and creating daily “to do” lists. But in the area of travel, as much as I read travel guides and have long columns of items that are a “must see”, I leave myself open to entering mysterious gates that beckon me. By now you may have surmised that I have a certain fondness for visiting churches. For me ancient churches provide a glimpse into what life may have been like for its ... View the Post
Starfish and Stripes Forever Napkin Rings
Thank you so very much for your kind comments on my tropically patriotic living room and dining area. As promised here is the quick and easy Starfish and Stripes Forever Napkin Rings tutorial. Supplies and Tutorial small starfish (several varieties found HERE.) raffia (found at the dollar store) a drill with a small bit Using a small drill bit a tiny hole was created at the top of each starfish. Next, a thin piece of raffia was threaded through the hole. Then the raffia ... View the Post
Starfish and Stripes Forever Tablescape
Our living room and dining area are linked together in large open space with only a small pony wall to separate the two. Generally, I try to link common elements in both areas so they flow and the design feels consistent. In planning our 4th of July tablescape I continued with the tropical theme through the use of seashells. Of course, the starfish is the most patriotic of all the shells. Here is the Starfish and Stripes Forever Tablescape and delicious BLUEBERRY SPRITIZERS! Starfish and ... View the Post
A Red, White and Blue Summertime Living Room
Returning home from Hawaii I found myself wanting to incorporate a bit of island décor into my living room. But with the 4th of July looming large my patriotic side wanted to show itself off too. I wanted to combine the two styles together to create a happy eclectic mix versus a jumbled mess. A Red, White, and Blue Summertime Living Room. A Red, White, and Blue Summertime Living Room Fate intervened when my dear friend Marty and I made plans to go have some lunch. We couldn’t resist ... View the Post
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