Life Between the Pages
My blog posts are free to access, and articles are categorized like a bookstore! From architecture and art, to food and history, travel and video tours, you’ll find a treasure trove to connect you with me, Paris, and my travels in France.
Autumn 2025
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Paris as literary muse for exploring how conscious daily choices compound into artful life
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It’s an honor, blessing, and privilege to share my experiences with you. I hope my work inspires you to chase what makes your heart sing, what brings you pure joy, and what fills you with love and gratitude.
THE IDEAS : memories & DESIRES of childhood& TRAVEL
Nestled in Haute-Savoie, Les Jardins Secrets is a hidden French gem where nature, art, and family passion converge. With lush gardens, fountains, and poetic spaces inspired by global traditions, it invites visitors into a timeless escape filled with beauty, biodiversity, and quiet wonder.
Culture and History : Petit Trianon & Marie Antoinette
Step into winter at the Petit Trianon, exploring Marie Antoinette’s rose-filled gardens, elegant apartments, and iconic portraits by Élisabeth Vigée Le Brun that capture the grace of France’s last queen.
The Paris Rose Line
Is the Paris Rose Line fact or fiction? From Dan Brown’s Da Vinci Code to the real Arago medallions, uncover the fascinating history of Paris’s hidden meridians. Explore Saint-Sulpice, Notre-Dame, and the city’s secret markers through stories where myth and history converge.
Books to Read: A Rose in Every Page
From timeless novels to practical gardening guides, this curated collection celebrates the rose in literature and life. Explore English works like The Language of Flowers and French selections such as Les Roses de Verdun. A reading list for lovers of roses, history, and literary beauty.
A Rose TO REMEMBER
Follow the story of Rosemary "Rose" Wines, whose love for gardens, the ocean, and cherished family shaped a French journey of home, memories, and artful living. From California to Bretagne, explore her influence, Sunday rituals, and an itinerary inspired by her elegant spirit.
Finding Home in Brittany
From pandemic house hunting to finding a storybook cottage in Brittany, follow a journey of country living, gardens in bloom, welcoming neighbors, and creating a French home full of charm and history. Perfect for lovers of literature, travel, and garden inspiration.
Six Floral Restaurants in Paris
Discover six enchanting floral restaurants across Paris, each offering unique dishes and charming décor. Plus, indulge in exquisite rose-inspired recipes like rose petal sorbet and chicken with rose water, blending French culinary tradition with floral elegance.
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