Friday, May 27, 2011

Paris-Simply Irresistible: Good Night Sweet Prince

It all started as I descended



and quietly ambled down every street



and crossed every bridge



that has inspired countless artists and writers to 

capture the 

MAGIC.



Then it finally happened to me.


The ghosts on the walls that have shadowed millions of

travelers



whispered to ME



and wisked me up towards my imagination



to surface as a child again.



I was smitten

and since then

my FOLIES

have been kept still in the drawer of my mind


BUT are now doodled on paper


as my vision of a crooked little Parisian street

unfolds



into



An old street in Paris, Rue de Sainte 

Honoré

 

remains the most famous street still to 


this day

for boasting the most elegant boutiques 


in town

to find the loveliest hat




or silk gown.







 

And there a most famous couturier

has a quirky assistant, I have to say

for he is a scrappy and shaggy monsieur

with button eyes and an uncanny allure

with floppy ears and a certain knack

for knowing who's buying

his name is Balzac.



He hoots and he whistles and warns his  

patron

his master and keeper, Monsieur Bergeron

who comes and who goes and who browses 


and buys

for nothing escapes his scrupulous brown 


eyes!

So if you desire a Bergeron brand

you better be serious to pay on demand

and upon leaving this famous salon

please kindly say , "Merci Monsieur 


Bergeron!



And do not forget to say a "Merci"

to Monsieur Balzac or else you will see

his teeth sinking into your favorite 


shoes

"Give me attention, or this you shall 


lose!"



As was his routine at the end of the day

Monsieur Balzac wanted to wander and play

in and around all the Parisian parks


 

The Tuileries was one of his favorite 


landmarks.

He'd putt-putt his way in his little 


machine

all shiny and bright and incredibly 


clean.

 

Once he would get there he'd frolic and 

stray

on the grounds of the park he would 


spend all the day

exploring and looking for something 


brand new to tear or to sniff or devour 

and chew

until he met up with a certain artiste 

who happened to spot him with  


l'accordioniste




"Ce chien est charmant, vachement 


rigolo!"

he cried out in French and named him


Toto.

 

For Balzac smirked incessantly with his 

famous grimace

 

like the artiste's main character in his 


book called Audace!

They made their acquaintances one 


afternoon

and every night since by the bright 


Paris moon

they read the adventures of  

Toto the great

so much that Balzac was to meet an odd 


fate

for his link to Toto was incredibly 


strange

that he suddenly found himself totally 


changed

his fur had a feeling like no other "boy"

Can you guess what had happened? He 


turned into a

toy!

 

The artiste would read from his book to 

the crowd

while Balzac charmed the children, oh 


how he was proud

that everyone loved him and stroked his 


ruff fur

however he couldn't utter one GRRRRR!

There he stood helpless but loved 


nonetheless

but how he had wanted to get out of this 


mess!
 
Meanwhile back at the famous boutique

M. Bergeron and his fashionable clique


 

continued their fashion shows hugging 


and kissing

until Madame Choufleur said, "C'est


bizarre, something's missing!" 





Voilà!" She cried out! "I know what's 

not right!

it's that scamp named Balzac, he's been 


out of our sight!

Gone is the biting, the growling and 


stares

nobody liked him, nobody cares!"

But M. Bergeron wondered where he had 


been

while the crowd said, "Tant mieux! and 


good riddance to him!


“Now we can show off our beautiful works








 


without his ridiculous manies and 

quirks!"

However Balzac was enjoying success

the children had loved him in spite of 


this mess

for he was Toto, their hero, their 


friend,

who in every adventure was good to the 


end.

However one evening upon his large bed





Toto or Balzac got it into his head

to wish to become the dog he had been

to be totally transformed, without and 


within.

The children had hugged him so much he 


was stained

he needed a wash, so once he was trained

to go get his towel and a bar of savon

he got a hot bath from l'artiste de Lyon.

So in order to see what followed this 


scene

you must turn the page to see what I mean

for now he was back in his own curly fur

growling and yapping with each single GRRRR...








He loved being real again in his skin

but will he be loved without and within

by all the young children and Monsieur 


Bergeron

his master and keeper and famous patron?


Balzac’s transformation resulted in this


that when you are loved and sincerely 

missed

your heart becomes real and rien can 

compare


to the love that you give and the love 

that you share.

 
Good Night Sweet Prince


 and to Paris I say...











Now take a stroll throughout the week

(due to Blogger having technical difficulties)




and get a TOTALLY DIFFERENT view of this 

MAGNIFICENT CITY 

from these wonderful vantage points at:


Nancy from Fête et Fleur

Violet from Create Beauty

Lynn from Adorn

Rosie with Roses and Rutabagas

Deb at Sparkling Scrapbooks

Penny with Angelsdoor

Christie from Grammy's House: A Quaint Victorian Cottage

Gigi from Going Glam with Gigi 

Debi at Romancing the Home

Ruben from Rattus Scribus

Rayanne with A Lovely Thought

Anne from Bird Like

Kristin from Page of Inspiration

Koralee from Bluebird Notes

Deborah with With All My Heart

Stacy with Style Addict Mom

Mimi with Bonjour Romance

Suzanne from Privet and Holly

Sarah with Hyachinths for the Soul

Emily from The French Hutch

Jackie with Once Upon a Fairyland

Cindy Swanson from Notes From the Keys of Life

Amy from This Wondrous Space This Faerytale Space

Maggie from Normandy Life

Tiff with Mrs. Tiff

Linda from Delight

Julie with Being Ruby

Julie at A Vintage Chic

Karen Harvey Cox from Scrapbook of Inspiration

Fine from Etoiles et Toiles de Fine Bessot

Martina from M'S Art Impressions

Carolyn from Draffin Bears Little Bear Studio

Jenny with Pleasant Places

Bela with Chá de Baunilha

Jo with My Grandma's Soul

Victoria from Green and White Garden

Brenda from Champagne and Macaroons

Maria from Calm Energy

Saskia from Join My Joy

Ann from St. Nicolas and Christmas All Year Long

Francis from By Surprise

Fifi from Fifi Flowers

Mapi from Mapi

Fee from Chipper Nelly

Marie from  Classic Style in the City      

Christie with Three Pixie Lane

Frances from Beautiful Interiors and 18th Century Style

Elaine from Cafe Chatelaine

Jacqueline from Purple Chocolate Home

Charlotta Ward at Space for Inspiration

Marsha at Splendorosa

Denise from Denise's Delights in Her Coffeeberry Cottage 

Spencer at Bellamere Cottage 

Ria from It's Me 

Fay from A Melange et Moi 

Karen from Art by Karena 

Yvonne with La Petite Gallery

Megan from Once Upon a Canvas

Susan from A Work in Progress 

Lynn from The Vintage Nest 

Barbara from Moveable Feasts 

Dzintra with Queen of the Armchair

Sherry from Country Wings in Phoenix 

Heidi from Hi-d's Place

Libby at An Eye for Detail

Dawn at Quiddity 2



HAVE FUN!
And MERCI MILLE FOIS to all these participants; you will all be in the CHAPEAU for the drawing of a prize to be announced next week!

All drawings and poetry, "Good Night Sweet Prince" by Anita Rivera
from Castles Crowns and Cottages 2010 ©

Photo Credits: Carousel shot via Going Glam with Gigi and Tumblr
Paris shots: Little Brown Pen
Tumblr
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157 comments:

Splenderosa said...

I am so happy to be invited to your party with Balzac and Company. What a brilliant, charming & witty little story and all of the art. Anita, I hope we always party together. Anyway, I love dogs!!!! Just simply wonderful and totally irrestible.
xx's

Julie@beingRUBY said...

You have the heart and spirit of a child dear Anita.. weaving us a pretty 'tail' of your love of Paris... and passing that infectious spirit onto us all..

thanks too for letting me join in on the fun.. You have some gorgeous shots here.. but your simple heartfelt drawings of your pup are the stars today..

Have a lovely weekend.. and thanks for the fun.. ciao ciao xxx Julie

Ann said...

Oh thanks Anita for organizing this...
I'm having such a grand time blog-hopping.
And those gowns are fabulous...
And of course I'm lovin' the images as always ♥

d e l i g h t said...

This post is absolutely amazing and lovely and just wonderful! What talent you have! Merci for hosting this fabulous party! I'm so thrilled to be a part of it.
Linda

deb famularo said...

Hello my talented friend. You never cease to amaze me. This is brilliant! Your artistry is so beautiful. And your writing, superb! J'adore M. Balzac!!! Merci for being our lovely host. Seeing Paris through everyone's eyes is fabulous! Au revoir!!! xOxO

Victoria Sayer said...

Anita, you amaze me, always, with your wonderful talents. LOVE your artwork. Love your writing, and whimsical tale. Your photos as always are wonderful.
Many pleasant Parisian Ponderings to you, dear one!
~♥Vicki

Elaine said...

What an abslolutely magical time I had at your party. Such magnificent imagery and a wonderful story as well.


A visual treat for sure. I feel like I was truly in Paris!

Vær våken said...

How cute!!! And so many lovely images of our favourite city!!! This is so fun and can't wait to visit these friends and see their Paris posts today :)Have a lovely day, Anita! PARIS, JE T'AIME!!!!

Kristin xo

Rattus Scribus said...

Anita
I love this story. What most people do not know is that the street, the fashion shop in Paris, that scamp Balzac are true encounters from which your story is embellished. We sucked the marrow of life in France. We have to do it again soon.
Love
Ruben

It's me said...

Wowwwww...what a post what a party.....i must work now but tonight i will go to all the Paris girls......yes i love party's !!.....have a nice weekend...thanks for taking me with you to the beautiful Paris....J'Taime...xxx...kusjes van Ria...xxx...

Fete et Fleur said...

Dearest Anita,

Monsieur Balzac has stolen my heart! It would be oh so lovely to have Monsieur Bergeron create a Paris confection for me. I would not mind if Balzac was about while he created. I'm sure I could get Balzac to behave.

Bisous!
Nancy

~*~ saskia ~*~ said...

Paris Paris for you and me. For all of us. Your tour is FUN, sweet friend. Your drawings are extremely beautiful, I fell in love with the cute airplane carrying Mr. handsome all happily colored.
I plan to sit back this weekend and soak in a lot of Paris beaute! Lots of love to you, chere Anita o xx o xx o

George The Lad said...

Balzac my furiend, you turned into a toy, I was so upset while mom was saying oh he's cute!!!
I so enjoyed your story and of course seeing you to ;) Moms drawing are so sweet she is very talented, the only thing mom can draw is money out the bank!
This is a busy weekend in blogland, it would let me comment before I put my head down to sleep, I wake up and cannot comment again!
So pleased I can on your blog mom :)
Have a good weekend
Love and Hugs to you all
George xxx

Poppies and Sunshine said...

Wow, Anita!! This is such an amazing post! All the pictures are glorious and your story and artwork are all charming (and including my favorite kind of dog!)! I LOVE it! You are so talented! I really can't get over it!

Thank you so much for hosting this lovely Paris party! I had fun putting a post together, as I have posted it a few minutes before midnight since tomorrow I would not have time. I look forward to seeing Paris through everyone else's eyes as well!

Have a lovely, long holiday weekend, Anita!
xoxo
Shawna

Draffin Bears said...

Dear Anita,

Thank you for organizing this wonderful Paris soirée and look forward to going to visit all the other friends.
I loved reading your post of the adventures of sweet Balzac and seeing all your wonderful photographs.
Thank you for sharing the magic with us and your drawings are so sweet. one day would like to be sitting at a little cafe sipping coffee with you.
Have a happy weekend

Hugs
Carolyn

Anonymous said...

Bonjour, chère Anita !
And thank you for the invite - visiting your Blog was first thing this morning, even before (!) my bowl of Café au Lait. What a wonderful post you have written, painted and combined - I will come back today later again to enjoy the gorgeous pictures again.
Thank you for your creativity and the kind soul behind it, with which you share your inner world to the outer.
kindest regards ,Martina

Martina said...

Oooooh, Anita, that story is so GORGEOUS!!!!! You've done such a great job here, and must have worked many evenings to get it done! I so love your sweet drawings and style - that whole post is just magical! I hope your students get to see this - to really apprecuaite you as theit magic teacher. I'll sure be back many more times to have a look here. Have a funtastic saturday sweet friend! xoxoxo

Simplement ... said...

Avec toi rue Saint-Honoré je me suis baladée, au Carousel m'ont poussé des ailes ...
Pas de doute chère Anita, avec tes images je suis sur un petit nuage ...
Dont je vais redescendre pour "m'attaquer" au jardin !!!
Bisous doux
Marie-Ange

Angelsdoor * Penny said...

Dearest Anita
This is ONE amazing party! I just love the story and your drawings are so magical.. Thank you my dear friend for this delightful party!!
Bisous,
Penny

Queen Of The Armchair aka Dzintra Stitcheries said...

Thank you Anita for inviting me to the Party!!! My what a post you have here...a bit of everything...a wonderful story and THE BEATLES...just fabulous...an absolute delight my dear Friend...Dzintra

Mapi said...

Toto is adorable, but Balzac is the best !
Sweet dearest Anita, thanks for all the fun we enjoy together today.
Heel veel liefs en kusjes.
Mapi
Au revoir !

Fay said...

Buongiorno Anita what fun hes such a sweetie isnt he Brava. I m walking around hose winding dtreet with you in those exquisite dresses stopping off dof coffee and dolce whenever the mood takes us Ill slowly work my way thru all the posts and remember too what a wonderful city it is see you soo Love fay xx

Maggie said...

Dear Anita,
I loved your Princes tale, and the illustrations are wonderful.
Stunning images too of Paris & oh! la haute couture, c'est incroyable!
Thanks for hosting this fun party, what fun!
Maggie

Denise said...

Oh Anita, Thank-you so much.what a wonderful story and so much fun.Your doggie is charming.Now I do really want to go to Paris.

Barbara said...

Thank you, Anita, for inviting me to your party! What an absolute delight. I so enjoyed your story and lovely drawings and photos. What a fun time I'm going to have visiting all your guests.
You are such a treasure....
Big hugs and wishing you a lovely holiday weekend! Enjoy Paris from our eyes!

Christmas-etc... said...

Fabulous, dear Anita! Your drawings are just gorgeous and so inspirational! I can't wait to visit with others taking part in this celebration of Paris!! (I loved doing my Paris post!)
Have a lovely week full of sunshine and dreams!
Ann

desde my ventana said...

A wonderful tour Anita,very "amusant" and filed of the most beautiful and charming things.
HAve a nice weekend enjoying the springtime,
Muchos besos,

Cecilia

troutbirder said...

Wonderful party. I enjoyed my day in the city and hope to return some day soon.

Stacey said...

Am i too late?
I didn't see my name? My post is going up shortly. I hope i'm still invited since i'm coming anyway:-). I can't miss this party! XX

BonjourRomance said...

Bonjour Anita,
Thank you for hosting such a lovely fête. Your Balzac tale is delightful. I've been visiting all the pretty Paris posts around blogland.
Bon week-end,
Mimi

Anonymous said...

thank you for allowing me to be a part of this fun Anita. I will cherish it. xo

Stacey said...

I'm back and my post is up! Now, i'm officially at the party! Oui!! Thanks for hosting such a glamorous party! What a wonderful post you composed too!! Je'taime! I'm off to check the other wonderful Parisian posts! XX

Unknown said...

Anita, your illustrations of Monsieur Balzac are gorgeous. I heart the one with the little plane. Your ability to tell a story, find the perfect music and illustrate it with magic through your art and eye candy is amazing.

Thank you for created a place to celebrate Paris, the dreamiest place in the world. And who better than you to remind us of it's magic?

Happy Simply Irresistible, and Happy weekend.

Karen

highheeledlife said...

Bonjour Mon Ami Anita... what a splendid story and images you have delighted our senses with this morning!! I so enjoyed my arm chair journey with my chocolat chaud and will return this afternoon to join the wonderful ensemble of guides you have gathered with my cup of tea in hand to see what wonderful places, they will take me too!! wishing you a fabulous week-end..XO HHL

Dawne Boynton Polis said...

O. My. Word. What a post!!!!! What a story!!!!!!You are sooooo talented! I am tickled Parisian Pink to have found you, this blog , and this exhilarating party! I will take some time to travel to all the others, but for now let me say Merci and Magnifique!
Bisous to you and Balzac!
Dawne

Fay said...

sweetpie thankyou for your very sweet comments xxx yes as you have seen its been a large part of my life from early years one way and another and always when im there im consummed by the history and finding where my favourites lived and worked and played !hence my reading and srt choices too its around me all the time in my head and outside too hope that you and Ruben have a great party day Love fay xx

Sarah said...

Anita, you are so talented! What a delightful tale, and the illustrations so charming. I love your sense of magical play with all that you do. How I wish I could be a student of yours. Thank you for hosting this special party. "Paris is always a good idea!"
Hugs to you and Ruben ~ Sarah

The French Hutch said...
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Deborah said...

Oh Anita..this is the sweetest!!
Oh my, your precious drawings and stories melt my heart.
Lov, no adore your images here and I see we've captured one of the same views of that gorgeous dress!! lol
Loved coming to Paris with you dear friend..what fu!!!
Thank you!!!

All my love,
Deborah xoxo

The French Hutch said...

Bonjour Dear Anita thanks so much for the loan of the dress, I had such fun wearing it to all the paris irresistible parties last evening. Went to a few museums and even had pink bubbly with Sarah. OH DARLING, your talents were over exposed in this post, Your are a great writer and your art, Fabulous. You have way to much talent for one, spread it around please......I am so grateful Balzac had a happy ending. Anita, such fun, lets party more often.

~Emily
The French Hutch

Rae said...

Your post has taken me to dream land in Paris...right away I was there, seeing things I've never seen! What fun and I am so very fond of Toto! Lovely artwork!
You are so very beautiful to have all us girls get together for Paris and meet new friends along the way!
THANK YOU SWEETY!!!

The French Bear said...

Anita, how delightful, such a sweet and loveable Balzac....or Toto (whatever he chooses) and your drawings are wonderful!!!! I will gladly travel through the streets of Paris from blog to blog, what fun!!!!
Hugs,
Margaret B

Maria said...

Hi Anita!
This is so much fun! I just loved thinking about Paris ~ I do every day ... as I daydream looking at my photos hanging in my dining room {and living room}
A virtual tour is splendid!

I must have smiled 100 x's looking at all of your beautiful photos, but mostly over your story and drawings!
George the Lad's comment above is also priceless!
Many thanks to you ~ mille merci!!!
Bon weekend chère Anita!
*Maria

Queen Of The Armchair aka Dzintra Stitcheries said...

Thank you Anita!!! What a wonderful party this is going to be...a fabulous idea....Have fun...and a great big CHEERS to you and Ruben...Dzintra

Joy Tilton said...

Brilliant, artistic, imaginative, fairytale... all rolled up into one blog! How I love to be swept away to Paris and escape with Balzac or Toto...LOVELY!

Unknown said...

Hi Anita...

Pure joy and pure fun! To my knowledge today is May 28th and Paris and Patch have already left for Paris. I didn't post until today because they had to land, find a bicycle with a basket for Patch and peddle their way downtown Paris. Please come and see what they found and the foundation that has already been put down in cement. Balzac will love the treats and a free bag is waiting for him, enough for 6 months.
Thanks for hostessing this magical story event, my very special French Dreamer!

koralee said...

Morning sweet friend...just had to come bye before we leave for the airport to see your lovely post...your creativity is so inspirational my sweet friend.
I will be back to read a few more times but must fly right now...hugs for a great day. Hope to find time to visit all. xoxoxoxo

Champagne Macarons said...

Bonjour mon chéri! What a beautiful and inspiring post. I hope to meet all of the bloggers coming to your soirée.
Are you on spring break now? The kids had their last day yesterday and I will finish a 2.5 week Design II course this week before moving on to my summer courses.
Wishing you a most lovely weekend!
xoxo, B

Hearts Turned said...

Bonjour, Anita! My post is up--wouldn't miss this for the world! (Just forgot to post it before I went to bed--sorry!)

I'll be back later to visit everyone's vision of Paris--yours, dear friend, is simply divine...

Love your artwork, your sweet story...all of it. What an amazing artist you are! My daughters were absolutely enchanted with your artwork--you inspired my middle daughter to want to try...thank-you!

Wishing you a most beautiful day...thank-you again for this lovely trip to Paris...

Julie

Marti McClure said...

Bonjour Anita! I stumbled upon this wonderful day of Paris you presented as I was making my Pink Saturday visits - what a fabulous surprise to me that I get to visit Paris today. I'm planning a trip in October (my first visit) and this day that you have planned with a creative group of bloggers is just a spectacular piece of inspiration for me! Merci! ~Marti

Fifi Flowers said...

Lovely party! I will be adding MORE paintings today!
LOVE your paintings! Bon weekend! Fifi

The Dutchess said...

Dearest..just made a trip fast as lightening fom Florence to PARIS JUST TO SEE THIS WONDERFULL DRAWINGS AND HUG BALZAC..theres much to explore when i get back on the Hilltop.amazing how many lovley people love Paris..and love you..It made me very happy today..xoxo

Debby@Just Breathe said...

Absolutely enchanting! I adore your drawings. This was so much fun.

http://bitsandpieces-sonja.blogspot.com/ said...

I left a comment earlier but it went away!
Your beautiful art, stories, pictures, and always your gentle and relevant writings have made Paris so enticing! I have 'flown away' with you this morning, and I just want to stay there!

I KNEW I was going to love this!! :)

xo

Jacqueline said...

Anita, what a lovely party and it truly could not have come at a better time! I am way too excited and now want to live there for a couple of years instead of visit for a few days! I loved your post. Absolutely darling. Thanks for inviting me along!
Jacqueline (I told my grandchildren to pronounce it like the French would yesterday!)

Christie Jones Ray said...

Miss ANITA!!!
Burgeoning Poet??? You have created one of the most delightfully charming stories/poem to be read by one new dear friend!!!
How the music helped transport me!!
(My next venture in blogland, is to master the elusive art of lovely, inspiring background music:)
I am sipping my morning coffee, from my 'Merry Christmas' mug!!! for there was the excitement of a morning in December when I came to the party!!!
Much love, Dearest,
Christie

Rosie said...

OH NO I AM LATE!...I could NOT get a cab!...and it was ever so crouded ay the airport...hufff ...pufff...but here...I am!
I scheduled my post to appear at the stroke of midnight, but alas it did not work...however, I have arrived fashionably late, with a smile on these lips. Your Paris view is as charming as you...I LOVED IT..and will be back to stroll through as soon as I get home! Am off to my Market, to enjoy a bit search and rescue...back tonight to report in on my finds...xoxoxo...Rosie

Anonymous said...

Oh, Anita... you are just too fabulous! This could become such a wonderful children's book! The photo w/ the dog on your header is just too darn cute!! xo

"Create Beauty" said...

FABULOUS story, gowns, and your art is so delightful Anita!!!!
What a fun stroll through Paris and such a relief that dear Balzak returned, and with a changed heart : ) The transforming power of LOVE!!!!!

Thank you for creating this party to Paris. It is going to be so fun and inspiring to vist everyone!

You are extraordinary and amazing my friend! and Tres' Chic!!!!

(Did you see you are a part of my Paris poem? : )

Love! ~ Violet

My Grama's Soul said...

Dear Anita...your story is so very lovely...and your illustrations amazing. You truly have jolted my memory to life with this party. I've enjoyed every minute of it.

Thank you so very much for hosting this special event.

Hugs,

Jo

Woolytales Miniatures said...

Oh Nita, your story and your work always brings the most joy to my heart!!! Love it so much... it brings a great smile to my face!!1
thank you for inviting me Sweet Nita!!!

Karena said...

Dear Anita the post Is finally up for our Paris party. I am so excited and When ready to submit last night my edit function would not let me enter linking and comments, and kept shutting down!! I will fix as soon as possible. I have another special images to add!

xoxo
Karena
Art by Karena

Lori's page said...

Enjoyed being spurred into a little trip to Tuilleries garden, your post is really inspiring! Thanks for your joy, and for sharing you love of Paris with us! Hope I can bump into you one of these days on the banks of river Seine. Have a lovely weekend, Lori xxx

{Bellamere Cottage} said...

Ahhhh...... just priceless! And, while I always love the photos you choose.........I love your artwork even more. Oh my....you are one VERY talented lady. Perfection....

What a lovely party.... :-) Off to visit the other posts......

Happy Saturday dear one....

xoxo
S

Angelsdoor * Penny said...

Bonjour dear Anita,
I had to come back to soak up the magic! I am having such a grand time visiting everyone at the party. Thank you so much for visiting Bebe.. She said you may borrow the dress.. teehee.
Bisous, Penny

Unknown said...

What a lovely story and the illustrations YUMMY! I am off to have fun looking at all those that love Paris ;0)

love Dawn xx

Debi said...

Dear Antia, Thank you so much for inviting me to your wonderful party and thank you for visiting me! Your story is just enchanting and love you sweet puppy and illustrations!You are a painter with words as well!Your photos are amazing... I always say that...but so true!Once again I was wisked away for a few wonderful moments!YOU are so talented! What a fabulous party!
xo
Debi

designchic said...

I loved being "invited" to your party...spectacular as always!!

Mariette said...

Dearest Anita,

What a fabulous blog about the City of LIGHT. Of course when I studie fashion; Paris was IT... and still is one of my favorite cities.

Lots of love,

Een fijn weekend voor Memorial; Liefs,

Mariette

Jg. for FatScribe said...

it actually hurt to read such an inspiring, talent-filled post such as yours. great piece. barbara from movable feasts sent me your way. so glad she did.

as a father of two sons, i should say that each time we discuss music, they giggle incessantly when someone mentions "balzac" for reasons only two sons and one very proud (and embarrassed) dad would understand.

love this story about your cute pup and your ever-changing-yet-still-the-same charming city.

merci.

Privet and Holly said...

Your drawings
are so sweet
and captivating,
Anita!! I'm hoping
to link up early
in the week, if
I can tame the
raging Blogger....!
xx Suzanne

Meg said...

Oh, so delightful! I loved the mix of English and French! Thank you for the lovely story and event!

Susan said...

Bonjour Anita!
Your story is est charmant! I am expecting that any day now you will have a contract in hand and your stories will be published! Your drawings are pure delight! I am so happy to have been able to join the party! Tres bon, mon amie, tres bon!
Blessings!

It's me said...

O my o my.....i am very tired now i read all the posts...it was a great party i really enjoy it darling......it was great !! ....i am now sit and relax and drink a wine or two...and than go to bed...je bent een geweldige vriendin ik heb genoten !! lieve Anita....bisous ...xxx....dream dream.....love love...xxx....

Lori's page said...

Mais quel succès ton weekend a Paris! Vois-tu, l'idée a été magnifique, c'est pas étonnant que tans des filles se sont pris au jeux! Alors, contente? Je suis une britannique a Paris, et mon raison de tenir un blog a commencé par le désir d’échanger des idées pour le point de croix! Depuis j'en ai fais des connaissances, des amis, et maintenant des copines! J'en ai déjà rencontré Saskia, avec sa joie de vivre; une fois elle est venue a Paris pour un weekend, nous avons passé un très bon moment ensembles. Alors, un de ses jour a Paris? En espérant bientôt! A plus, Lori

Unknown said...

Anita, of alla the writes that you have shared, I love this the most. And, Balzac is adorable!!

We enjoyed our visit to France, briefly.

Have a lovely & safe holiday weekend.
TTFN ~
Hugs,
Marydon

Tiff said...

I have looked at your glorious images and read your beautiful words three times, just to soak in all of their gorgeousness!
I have so enjoyed being a part of your fabulous party, and I am off to mingle some more!
Thank you for being such an inspiring host lovely lady! X

YONKS said...

Absolutely lovely! I would love to come along with you on your next trip!
Dianne
YONKS

hi-d said...

This is so much fun! Thanks for letting me link up with you today for the Paris Party!

I didn't know that you were an artist. You're so talented as well as one of the sweetest bloggers I've "met" in the blogsphere.

I hope you have the best weekend!

Love,
Heidi (hi-d)

Rae said...

Well sweet Anita, I have completed the Paris tour! I had so much fun, I set aside today so that I could meet all your lovely friends.
This is very special what you have done here today. God's many blessings on you always. Love you friend.

Marie Söderberg said...

HI, what a great party , unfortunallity because of Bloggers HUGE problems lately i notice yoour link to my page is to my TESTblog...hope you can change to
the right one..http//www.dreamlifeincity.blogspot.com
Thanks //Marie

The Gossamer Tearoom said...

Hello!
I have just discovered your blog today, thanks to my friend Mimi of "Bonjour Romance". I SO wish I had known as I would have loved to have participated!!! But your blog post is sooooo wonderful, accompanied by one of my favorite songs from "Amelie" as well!!! This is one of the most beautiful posts I have ever seen and I will be back to visit you soon!

So glad to have found you today!

Betty

erin's art and gardens said...

BRAVO!! bravo, bravo! the best bloggy party ever!! you express your passion and love of paris so eloquently and your darling drawings are just delightful!! i am late to the party and now i suffer from extreme "beach brain", but when i get my act together, i will visit all the party-goers here........it is always a pure pleasure to visit you, my dear.
erin
xxoo

Createology said...

Miss Anita thank you so very much for this wonderful story and drawings and photos. Your are magnificent. I was enchanted reading every word. All things French are enchanting...

Queen Of The Armchair aka Dzintra Stitcheries said...

Oh Anita this party sure has been a blast...Just what I need!!! Merci for hosting this wonderful do!!! Now you enjoy that soup when you get to it...Bon Appetit, Dzintra

Queen Of The Armchair aka Dzintra Stitcheries said...

Oh Anita this party sure has been a blast...Just what I need!!! Merci for hosting this wonderful do!!! Now you enjoy that soup when you get to it...Bon Appetit, Dzintra

hi-d said...

Hello Anita,

I'm glad you liked my post. I was looking for a beret that was my grandmother's, but I don't think I have it anymore...(boo hoo). So I thought I would use the photo I took the other day of Maximus. The "hat" is a burp cloth that ended up as a make-shift bandana. But, I think it did the trick. Then, he just needed the moustache! LOL...

I am so frustrated with blogger lately (as I've seen you and other people comment as well). I am having trouble commenting on a lot of people's blogs. (not yours)...I went to blogger's help site and it is a "known issue." Not sure when it will be resolved. I had my post scheduled for 12:00am today, but it didn't post. Not sure why that didn't work, but glad I realized that this morning.

I'm so happy to have met you and am having a lot of fun visiting other Paris Friends today. Thanks for the smiles!

Love,
Heidi

"Create Beauty" said...

I'm back for another visit!
So fun, so inspiring!!!

We had a lovely day here, and after everyone left I immediately went to visit some of these fabulous Paris posts.

You have been a lovely hostess for this delightful party!!!

~ Violet

Cindy Swanson said...
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Cindy Swanson said...

Oh, Anita! I'm late to the party, but I was without internet for a while. I finally did post my Paris post!

Paris, Je T'aime

I so love your posts, but I think I love your artwork even more! I could just look at your illustrations all day. Is there a central place where your artwork can be viewed...like on a tumblr or something?

As always, you and your blog are a delight!

Christie Jones Ray said...

Dearest,
Balzac is our HERO!!! Our little Scout just might be in love....she is a tiny little girl...a 2lb teacup yorkie;))) oh my, how she and I loved your most enchanting tale!!
Thank you for this loveliest day...receiving visitors all day long....party attire (French style) was worn as we enjoyed a movie, shopping for my lovely rose water at crabtree and evelyn...and a yummy lunch at the Cheesecake Factory...
Merci, mon amie, Anita! You are the hostess with the mostest::)))))
Bon soir!
Christie

mudderbear said...

You are Fabulous, Anita. You are just Splendidly Fabulous.

Rosie said...

Oh dearest...WHAT A PARTY you have goin' on. So much LOVE in PARIS today!...and my "little picket fence friend", YOU are the cause...xoxo
and you were concerned that no one would participate...giggle...you are SO loved!
Your post is so artfully done...you are TRULY A*M*A*Z*I*N*G dear one...and I have the honor of calling you FRIEND :)
What a great day for search and rescue...A couple of coffee tables, a pair of rot iron plant stands, a rot iron table base, a couple of FRENCH inspired pillows and a framed blackboard for my kitchen grocery list. YUP...divide and conquer, and the sweet taste of success was MINE...giggle...wished you could have been there with me. It really was one BIG party...So many delightful ladies I knew and NEW ones I now KNOW!
I am SO ready for my FLUFFY pillow...Have a restful SUNday dear one...Au revoir pour le moment ... câlins ...xoxoxo... Rosie

Seawashed said...

YOur find the most enchanting images. Your art is so cheerful (makes me happy) and poetry wonderful. You would be one of the funnest friends to really stroll the streets of Paris with. Thank you for taking us to the city of dreams. ox

M.A. the 2nd ~ Frances Russell said...

Dearest Anita ....

George The Lad said...

Morning Anita, mom's off out today and she won't let me use the laptop if shes not there, I just popped over to say thank for popping back always nice to hear from you, can you do me a favour, I went and visited Penny and Bebe, yesterday but I cannot leave a comment, I'm have blog rage at this end Rrrrr, would you mind tellling her Bebe looks beautiful in that dress.
Thanks so much, I have started visiting all the links but I can see its going to take a while!!
Have a good week
Love and Hug
George xxx

M.A. the 2nd ~ Frances Russell said...

Dearest Anita....thank-you so much for organizing such a wonderful, magical party and inviting me to attend! My gift to you would be many roses and many macarons! Your images are incredible and especially the one of the water filled salon! I hope one day to meet you and most especially if we could in Paris!
bon nuit dear friend
M.A. the 2nd

bellis perennis said...

it was really great !! Ilove it
Jacky

Unknown said...

Wonderful post, dearest Anita!!! Lovely!!! VIVA PARIS!!!
I must say Blogger hasn´t been nice wioth me, dear Friend. I hope it gets its best performance soon.
Congratulations on this long blog chain you have promoted!!
Love you!! Bela

Charlotta Ward said...

Salut!

My post went up yesterday your time but a lot later in the day than I expected.
Hope you like it..

I had so much fun posting and then jumping across to the other Paris bloggers.

Thank you for this fun opportunity to revisit Parisand to meet so many of your friends.

xx Charlotta

Lorraine said...

Here from Scrapbook Deb, Mon Dieu tu es charmante, quelles photos extraordinaire j'en ai des frissons jusqu'aux bout des doigts, WOW

Queen Of The Armchair aka Dzintra Stitcheries said...

Merci dear Anita...and what fun it has all been visiting Paris through many different eyes!!! Thank you for putting us all in touch with each other...wishing you a lovely week after this fun party...Dzintra

Vær våken said...

Hi Anita! Hope you liked the cheese and what a lovely Paris Party it was! I'm visiting around today because I wasn't home yesterday. Hope you're having a splendid Sunday!

Kristin xoxo

Queen Of The Armchair aka Dzintra Stitcheries said...

It sure was sweet one!!! And good night to you too...Love Dzintra

Sherry @ No Minimalist Here said...

What a wonderful party you are having! I love this post...so creative.
xo,
Sherry

*❀* said...

dearest Anita

everytime i visit your darling blog i feel that i have been swept up in fragrant petals and then whooshed in sparkling fairy dust to the stars. you are a joyful artist and a joy to have as a friend.
thank you so much for your sweet kind words on my post. they mean so much as i have been quite poorly.. very, very aneamic (the reason not yet known) and sleeping almost all the time. but of course i have my precious peace-lily at my side and she adores your doggy sketches, as do i :o) you have such a rare, wonderful and enchanting talent!

sending many hugs and blessings xxx

millie

George The Lad said...

Balzac, did you realy live in Paris and mom gave you your forever home, Well you are a very hansome Prince and oh yes I spotted that ball:) mom had to buy me three new ones just the other day!! I think the couch monster has them, if mom would just get down and look at the back she might find some!!
Thank mom from me for leaving Penny a comment.
Have a fun week my furiend
See Yea George xxx

Angelsdoor * Penny said...

Dearest
I came by to thank you again for inviting me to walk the streets in Paris with you! What a GRAND time I had... BRAVO my dear friend for the best party ever!! Also, I wanted to thank you for leaving a message on my blog from dear George the lad.. who I see right above me here.. He is such a HOOT!
Enjoy your day
Bisous, Penny

deb famularo said...

Anita, I had to stop by again to tell you what a fabulous journey to Paris this has been through the eyes of all of your 'amis!' I loved this, and next time, I am going to go MUCH BIGGER with my post!!! :)
Merci for hosting such a fun event!!!!!! Have a wonderful holiday weekend! Lots of love.....xoxoxo

C'est moi Claudette said...

Do you know how much i ADORE your beautiful images of pretty boy Balzac? Your story is precious Anita. I can tell you ADORE little fur balls and children. You are so so young at heart my friend.
What a celebration going on here at Castles Crowns and Cottages. You do know how to put on the GLITZ.
Monsieur Bergeron reminds me of the guy that was in my French books TIN TIN. I think it's the nose, LOL.
You are AMAZING Anita.
I'm glad I took a break to come and see what was going on in your sweet bloggy place.
I'm not blogging yet. I think it will be awhile. So much to do, and the weather is not being nice. It's suppose to warm up this week. I need to get out and get my fingers dirty : )
LOVE YOU SWEET FRIEND OF MINE.
xoxoxoxoxoxo

Burlap Luxe said...

Hi Anita my dear friend!
I am so sorrry! That I did not join in after all! I had all intention of joining in, but as you see I had the giveaway and it ended a day before your party my mistake of doing this :( I had to announce the winner and knew that I coulk not do this successfull in one day.

By the time I posted the winner I was exhausted with postings, Infact I had all the photos saved to as what my Paris post party would be, and you ended up with a short pink dress with a flowing train on it that we had in our file that my daughter was hygoing to waer to your cyber Paris party!!! :)

I promise I will come on the next Tour de France :)

I really cannot wait to see the table and all things your new room inspires.

I will return soon! have a restful day!
xoxo
Dore

Silvia C said...

Hi Sweet Anita! What a wonderful post!!! I am mesmerized by the way you present a story. It's so interesting from beginning to end! A lovely party. I'm going to spend sometime today visiting all the wonderful links. My new job is keeping me away from my beloved blogging and blog friends, but I just had to stop by your blog to say, thank you SO much for visiting me! Have a wonderful week, dearest!

Martina said...

Dearest Anita, hope you had a great time discovering all the sweet Paris inspired posts - am not nearly finished lookin at them! But so far, your post really stands out. Sooooo sweet your stroy here - awww, i hope many more people get to see this! Spent a lot of time working in the garden today, helped by a lovely friend, and than having italian dinner (no french restaurant around, sadly ;)) Hope your sunday was wonderful! xx

~Lavender Dreamer~ said...

This is an incredible post! I've been seeing some of my favorite blogs with their fun Paris themes! What a beautiful idea...with beautiful images! ♥

Vintage Home said...

Great trip wonderful images...Love your drawings the best!....Delightful adventure!

Rosie said...

Ahhh... I just had to stroll through Paris once more via your amazing collection of wonderment...Oh dearest, I am in awe of your cartooning skill...you need to put a little children"s book together...NO, you could do "the adventures of Balzac"...or...the "mis~adventures" of that crazy boy...it would be a HIT I'm sure.
Well my boy is on his way home, and I, my dear, am exhausted. I will be going to bed VERY soon, but just wanted to say thank you for a wonderful party. I was so terribly busy that I didn't get the opportunity to visit all who attended, but it WAS fabulous dear.
Off to do a little shop, shop tomorrow, in hopes of finding a few NEW goodies for the store.
Oh dearest, I can hardly keep my eyes open, so will wish you a night of the sweetest dreams ever...xoxo...Rosie

A Bit of the Blarney said...

How well you a host a party! I had a grand time. I especially like the drawing!! Really grand! Wishing you will! Cathy

Draffin Bears said...

Bonjour ma chere Anita,

Just had to come by and say merci beaucoup for organizing this wonderful party. It was great to be able to catch up with old friends and to meet some new ones.
I have had trouble commenting on some blogs and still have some more visiting to do.
Your post is fabulous and love your drawings and the wonderful story you have to tell. It was also great to meet Ruben and George the Lad.
Thank you for making blog land so lovely. You must be counting down the days until the holidays.
Have a great week
Hugs
Carolyn

Vær våken said...

Dear Anita, I was the inspiration for the whole get together?!!!! THANK YOU, that is soooo wonderful to hear! I feel honored! Have a BEAUTIFUL day!!!!!

Kristin xxxx's

chateaudelille said...

Dearest Anita, what can I say but you are truly amazing. I showed this post and story to my class of 20 year 3 students, who are 8 and 9,as well as our french Teacher Mr Miller. He is Australian but is also the deputy of our school who teaches French throughout the school. He speaks beautiful French and was able to tell us the meaning of the French words that we did not know.Oh boy, it was such a treat!!!! I was overjoyed to show it to my students who also marvelled at the beautiful pictures you selected to add to the story. I cant thank you enough for the joy I have recieved and was able to share. Peter ,our Deputy was also excited to share and grateful I invited him to join us, even tho I felt it was our priviledge to have him read the story. Your students must adore you as you are clearly so talented and creative. I am so grateful to you. Now I cant wait to explore all the party entries and see if there is more I can show my students. Is it too late for me to join? Im not as clever as you but I would love to add my tribute to Paris. Look forward to sharing more of your French talent, Best wishes, Fiona

Martina said...

Happy holiday Anita! Hope you're still in Paris mood like i am. Later, i will go on blog-hopping through your list! Have a fab day! xx

chateaudelille said...

Dearest Anita, youll be happy to know my Deputy particularly wanted to ensure you knew the magic you gave us over here in Western Australia. To me it is an absolute delight to be teaching in a school where French is the LOTE subject, where I can indulge in my passion for France and take my students on the journey with me. I even told my 23 year old son about the post and story and he was pleased for me to be so happy. I so love teaching and these kids I have this year are amazing. I want to give them something special so I shall watch for more of your magic to share with them. Look forward to sharing more, Fiona

koralee said...

Happy Monday sweet friend....such joy for you today...a day where you can enjoy a second or third cup of tea.
My molly is home so it has been a wonderful weekend. For 2 days we have had all our family around...a house full is a happy home. It is so wonderful to have her BACK! Today it is just her and I. Such Joy.

The weeks are going fast...it is hard to believe that it will be JUNE very soon.
Do you have Facebook my friend...I have been connecting a lot with some blogging friends that way and it is wonderful!!!! So easy to chat back and forth...let me know.

Hugs for a wonderful day....xoxoxoxoxoxooxxo

jerilanders said...

I would like a little Balzac
to hug and kiss.

But the feisty Balzac
I would surely miss.

Infused with stuffing,
he is one of a kind

But I prefer a real puppy,
who speaks his mind!

Anita, I loved your little story, brilliantly told! I was late to the party as I had to do an out of town art show all weekend. When I read your post last night, I was delighted! I LOVE BALZAC!

jerilanders said...

Bravo Anita!
Just send that little pup my way, and we shall dig the live long day!

peggy braswell said...

Hi because of your wonderful comments on Cecilia's blog decided to come over to visit you. I am hooked! wonderful images+thanks for the party+your delicious comments. Greetings from S.CA+xxpeggybraswelldesign.com

*Chic Provence* said...

HI Anita, your story is soo charming, and your love of a little doggie so very very clear!

brava!

bisous

Kit

savvycityfarmer said...

once again, you've transported us right to the streets!

I think of you so often ...
your changes here are eautiful

savvycityfarmer said...

once again, you've transported us right to the streets!

I think of you so often ...
your changes here are eautiful

wendy said...

Beautiful and enchanting. May be my Only visit to Paris.

When you did the little part about the dog.....It reminded me of a funny story,.
When my two boys were little, we were living in Canada and got a dog. I asked them what they wanted to name it and they said MOOCHAY (phonetic sound)
I couldn't for the life of me figure out where that came from.
Then one day we were watching Sesame Street together.
Here in Canada they use French along with English.....whereas in the States they do Spanish and English.
Well, they showed a dog and the kids said SEE....MOOCHAY.
It was Mon Chien.
and that's how they heard it.

have a lovely day my friend!!

~*~ saskia ~*~ said...

Bonjour sweet Anita, are you enjoying Memorial day? Your Paris Party is big fun, so many lovely ladies who join in. You are a special lady my friend.
We have a short school week too, Thursday and Friday are no school days, sunny and warm weather is expected so we will be enjoying ourselves a lot.
Lots of love to you o xx o xx o xx o

Mapi said...

Hello Anita thanks for your lovely comment this morning.
Now I wish you a very good evening.
It was so much fun saturday.
I still enjoy all the photo's and the pleasure.
LOVE to you.
FIJNE AVOND EN WELTERUSTEN.

liefs
MAPI

June said...

I hope that sweet Balzac will be a regular at your place now dear Anita. I think I love him!!!!!! Such a lovely party sweet friend!
sending hugs...

michelle said...

Anita dearest this is the sweetest post. Your drawings and story just put a sparkle in my eye as I was read about dear Balzac. Your party is so wonderful and I can't wait to take some more beautiful trips to Paris. I hope that you had a wonderful weekend and enjoyed your getaway and party. :)
XOXO

Rosie said...

Bonjour ma douce amie,
How was this day dearest? Did you spend at least a few moments, "dreaming and scheming" of the "adventures and escapades" you will be involved in this summer? Oh dear one...the fiesta is about to begin...and I know you are ready to kick up your heals and get this vacation started...WOOOHOOO!
Well this girl S*H*O*P*P*E*D until she dropped...PURSES, SCARVES, the cutest fabric SHOULDER BAGS you have EVER seen, BRIGHT LEATHER WALLETS in lime, orange,and yellow, a plethora of SPARKLY EARRINGS, and the fluffiest organza lappel FLOWERS in a rainbow of delicious colors...Ahhhh...the goodness!
This afternoon I played in the garden and it was so therapeutic.
It sooths my soul.
Now that the party is over...there is much cleaning and shining to do...this must be accomplished tomorrow, as well as a bit of painting, so will think of you as I enjoy a little time in my happy place...love to you dearest...Rosie

Ola said...

absolutely wonderful! does such a world of dreams still exist?

Unknown said...

Anita,
I stopped back this morning to read you post again. I just love the story, your illustrations and the music.

Anita, why not put a link to this post on your sidebar so new people stopping by can be as enchanted as we all are.

Karen

koralee said...

Good morning my sweet friend...hope this note is finding you with a cup of tea in your hand...even if it is at school today. So nice for you to have a long weekend.
This morning the sun is coming up...no rain today! Yahoooo...a perfect day to celebrate my birthday! We did do a bit of that on the weekend already but I am ready to celebrate again today even though my sweetie is out of town...I have my girls!

Off to school...we practice all morning for the musical which happens tomorrow. So two days of learning gone! Time is ticking.

Hugs to you for a great day. xoxoxoxox

koralee said...

p.s....we are FB freinds...yahoo

Stephanie @ La Dolce Vita said...

I am both charmed and smitten! your drawings, your poetry!!! How wonderful! An all together fantastic post.

Peeters Liliane said...

Hello dear friend,
As always beautiful pictures!!!
How I love the story of that cute dog. I love your paintings!
You are a talented lady!!!
Have a nice week my friend.
Hugs,
Liliane

A Tale of Two Cities said...

Thanks for carrying us away with you on a Parisian fantasy of fun. It was a lovely get-away at a perfect time for me! Your creativity is inspiring...

Merci mille fois!

Maria said...

It was almost 90 degrees in my second floor classroom today, Anita...
How was it where you live? Dressing cool ~ keeping calm
~ ♥ ~ Maria

Rosie said...

Ahhhh...dearest, I LOVE that fist image of the beautiful white and grey roof top castle. Can you imagine waking up to that view every morning? What an incredible vista.
After a little "spit polish" my reward was to walk down town, stopping at the shop first, then it was off to a lovely used book store to order a book that mom had her eye on. I also stopped in at another antique store, just hoping for a little inspiration.
I live about a three minute walk from the my shop, and there are some fabulous cafe's and shops in my little area...All in all, it WAS a fine day.
And YOU my dear, are SO close to the much needed break that you so desire. This is going to be a perfect couple of months, with SUN, FUN and FRIENDS...may it arrive SOON and stay LATE :)
Sending your beautiful basket back to you, with a few lemon custard filled tarts, a handful fresh berries, and a whole lot of HUGS...Rosie

"Create Beauty" said...

Had to come back for another magical visit! Your talent overflows ~ and then inspires others to join in the dance.

Thank you Anita for hosting this fabulous party!!!

~ Violet

Palomasea said...

Bravo Madame!

Sandra Evertson said...

Wonderful post and love all of the illustration!
Sandra Evertson

koralee said...

Evening my sweet friend...thinking of you. Our rest will soon be here. xoxox hugs

Rosie said...

Oh Anita darling,
Not again...I am hurting for you. It is so very hard to heal, when the muscle has been weakened...and you still have much to look after at school. Two more days and then you can sprawl on the sofa, with a heating pad to sooth those aching joints.
But you will have your lap top close by this weekend...WOW, what a perfect opportunity to showcase your immense talent. How fabulous that Ruben shares your passion for words. I LOVE that we both have adoring men who love to do the same activities that we do.
You are busy with your magazine article as well. Oh it will be perfect. Do you have a topic yet?
Whatever you choose will be GREAT.
Did a little rearranging of furniture today. Haven't done that for quite some time. Moved the church pew into the kitchen and the pair of French cane back chairs into the foyer...It is a beginning. I am itching to change the house over to a Parisian Farmhouse style. I will trade my mirror and chrome table in for a more rustic look, I think...but you know me...my mind is constantly working. If you have any images of dining rooms in this style, I WOULD LOVE THE INSPIRATION. Now I will dream of All that is French, all that is charming...Feel Better my friend...xoxo...Rosie

Judith said...

Dear Anita thank you for the divine journey through the streets of Paris,I trotted along after your furry friend Balzac.Ida xx0xx

Draffin Bears said...

Dear Anita,

Thinking of you today and hope that you are having a happy one.
Many thanks for all the lovely visits to me.
You will be counting down the days now until you will be on holiday sweet friend.

Hugs from NZ
Carolyn

Anonymous said...

Bonjour Anita Love (it's me gi gi ) I had to log into my other blog ( actually it is mine and Jeremy's ) anyway I still can't comment and I am beyond frustrated!
Anita this Paris Party was fabulous! What A GRAND HOST YOU WERE! You always always always, leave me in awe!
You really need to publish a book!!!
You are so creative, talented, wonderful!

I will be back this weekend ( just had to come by, missing you so so much! It's been a crazy busy week, and I need to get to bed!
Lots of Love!!!!
gi gi

Presépio no Canal said...

YOU ARE A GREAT ARTIST! I LOVED THE STORY, THE DRAWINGS, EVERYTHING FANTASTIC!!!!
Et OUI: Paris, je t aime!!!! My beloved Paris!!! No words to express how much I love this city!!! Only you, Anita, with your power in writing can express what I would like to say about Paris!!! Thanks Anita!! You are wonderful!!!

Kirsten Steen said...

Wow, it looks like it was quite the party! And very well attended. Thank you for sharing your Balzac story. Love the drawings too! I'll have to check out some of these others and their views of Paris!
A bientot Anita,
Kirsten

Unknown said...

hi sweetie it was lovely of Harry wasnt it re long life mmm I think cos he works every day flat out ! hes still doing so many events every day and keeping track of 800 charities must keep the brain active ! fay x

Teachinfourth said...

I feel like I just took a trip...all without leaving the four walls of my own home.

Thank you.

Yelena Starikova said...

I lov ehow you mix words with images!!! MAGICAL!!!


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