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Macaroons

Posted on April 17, 2012 by

Macaroons in France are like cupcakes in the US. They’re the chic treat in pretty colors, packages and flavors.  They’re all over with jewelbox-like shops each displaying their little confections in unique ways. French macaroons are a completely different cookie … Continue reading →

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Stone Faced

Posted on April 13, 2012 by

Throughout this past trip there were faces as ornament carved into stone. I wonder who was immortalized in stone – not just in big fancy sculptures and fountains, but over doorways, windows, and on fence posts.

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Sagrada Familia

Posted on April 9, 2012 by

It is still under construction and will be for another couple of decades. But it is a magnificent and wildly unique cathedral. The amazing design – and perhaps partly because it is still under construction – being in the space … Continue reading →

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Piecing in Barcelona

Posted on April 4, 2012 by

Plenty of inspiration for piecing – fabric and mosaic – for when I get home!

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Ochre

Posted on March 29, 2012 by

Ochre is a color you may use or  remember from paint palettes.  Some of the best pigments if this type come from an area in the South of France  - Roussillon.  It’s used all over the village making this one … Continue reading →

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The View

Posted on March 28, 2012 by

Posting again from afar – this time France – the Provencal region.  This view is from Les Baux en Provence taken from the castle ruins. There are lots of walled cities, castles and buildings here precariously perched on the top … Continue reading →

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Holi People

Posted on March 25, 2012 by

We were lucky enough to be in India for Holi – a big and colorful holiday in India that celebrates the Spring harvest and involves color being rubbed, sprayed and splashed around. We had a safe, staid and controlled Holi … Continue reading →

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Jacquard

Posted on March 21, 2012 by

I think fabric creation and weaving is fascinating. We had a chance  in Varanasi India, to see a craftsman manually weaving a jacquard piece of fabric. The Jacquard Loom was invented in the early 1800′s and drastically simplified making wovens … Continue reading →

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The Journey

Posted on March 14, 2012 by

We’re back doing laundry, sorting mail, and dealing with postponed appointments. I’m groggy from jetlag and catching up on things neglected during our trip to India.  Our last day was in Varanasi.  (Some know it by the name Benares, and/or … Continue reading →

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Transportation in India

Posted on March 10, 2012 by

I don’t know if there are rules in India about seat belts, car seats, number of people allowed in vehicles, and such. It sure doesn’t look like it. It does make for interesting viewing for tourists like me.

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