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Mama B
Grasse, France
Following my heart and living my dreams one day at a time
Interests: I love creating a home with a heart and a soul, I spend hours searching for gorgeous things to put in it at the amazing flea markets this country has to offer. I love houses, searching, buying and renovating them. I have a passion for interiors and have been known to hoard a magazine or two from where I have found many an idea. I love all things old, vintage and shabby (sometime so not chic!) and nothing makes my heart sing more than a hearty home made meal on the table surrounded by my family with 7 bums on seats!
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Stage 5 Tour de France - in Grasse!!
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Super exciting day today, we had the chance to watch the Tour de France stage 5 up close and personal. First of all we had the carnival come through, the atmosphere was amazing and the children were so excited with the goodies that were being thrown at the crowd. The... Continue reading
Posted Jul 3, 2013 at Live.Love.Conquer
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Snippets @ Chez Moi!
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Posted Jun 6, 2013 at Live.Love.Conquer
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Life is really peachy on this gorgeous summer day
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Summer is here, finally! I awoke this morning to beautiful blue skies and 17 degrees, the sound of birds cheeping and lawn mowers fills the valley this morning. Yesterday I received my package from the Hamac Store, they promised a speedy delivery and didn't disappoint with the parcel arriving less... Continue reading
Posted Jun 6, 2013 at Live.Love.Conquer
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Monte-Carlo prepares for the F1 this weekend
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The wonderful thing about having visitors is that you get to do the tourist thing, and after a day in Cannes at the Film Festival, we headed off yesterday to take a look at Monaco as it gets ready for the Formula 1 this weekend, come wander with me and... Continue reading
Posted May 24, 2013 at Live.Love.Conquer
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Those who dare ...
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Yesterday, twins in hand and friends in tow, we decided to brave the crowds and go check out the glitz and glam of Cannes. I think we were in between showings as the red carpets were pretty empty, unlike the streets; The paparazzi were even taking what was probably a... Continue reading
Posted May 21, 2013 at Live.Love.Conquer
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Props, Prepped and Ready
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And then it rained!! We were hoping to do a photo shoot today but the weather has another idea. All the props are in place, al fresco dining prepped ready for set up and here I am twiddling my thumbs hoping for the blue skies and sunshine to come back,... Continue reading
Posted May 17, 2013 at Live.Love.Conquer
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Did you know ....... At the beginning of the 20th...
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Did you know ....... At the beginning of the 20th century many British stately homes became run down due to the dwindling fortunes of their owners and the furnishings became old, faded and worn leading to origin of the term ‘Shabby Chic’ – courtesy of Koehlerhomedecor.com Continue reading
Posted May 13, 2013 at Live.Love.Conquer
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Happy Monday everyone, hope you had a fabulous...
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Happy Monday everyone, hope you had a fabulous weekend and wishing you a great week ahead. Continue reading
Posted May 13, 2013 at Live.Love.Conquer
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Fancy staying at this Old Stone Cottage in the hills?
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Yes, you heard me, this old girl is getting ready to throw open her doors and welcome visitors. After being primped and preened for the past 3 years, she is ready to share her treasures with you. Whether you are looking for a relaxing holiday around the pool or looking... Continue reading
Posted May 7, 2013 at Live.Love.Conquer
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My favourite colour and such a delicious smell -...
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My favourite colour and such a delicious smell - it's lavender season folks! I know it looks like a postcard but this is honestly how it looks. Continue reading
Posted May 7, 2013 at Live.Love.Conquer
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Feeling a little pink
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Good morning, can you believe we are now in May, we had glorious weather yesterday and took the tribe for a wander through the hills taking in fabulous array of lavendar, gorse and pine that have flourished with the incredible amount of rain we have had recently. Of course I... Continue reading
Posted May 2, 2013 at Live.Love.Conquer
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Have I Got News For YOU
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Over the past week I've hinted at big changes ahead and I'm here today to spill the beans! The last year has seen massive changes for me. TeenieB went off to boarding school as she was not getting along with the local school here at all and although I never... Continue reading
Posted Apr 28, 2013 at Live.Love.Conquer
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The sweet smell of wisteria ....
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In france the name they call this gorgeous plant is ' Glycines' and although today we had very little sunshine, the gorgeous purple hues and the sweet, sweet smell from this natural beauty, definately compensated. Today the carpenter fixed the last two doors onto the fridge and dishwasher plus my... Continue reading
Posted Apr 25, 2013 at Live.Love.Conquer
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Lazing about by the river ....
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The french schools are still on half term and we didn't need much encouragement to get the kids out of the house today. Together with another family, we headed down to the river in Tanneron and found this absolutely gorgeous spot. After a precarious descent, we found this idyllic, spot... Continue reading
Posted Apr 24, 2013 at Live.Love.Conquer
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Postcard from Provence
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Bonjour, As always when I'm having a bit of a lull, you always inspire me. So to give the blog a kick start this spring, I wanted to share with you an editorial of my journey that has been featured in the ever popular magazine 'French Property News'. It's packed... Continue reading
Posted Apr 23, 2013 at Live.Love.Conquer
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Sunday up in the hills ....
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a typical sunday morning in france this photograph was taken last sunday after a lovely, steep climb up into Cabris, an old village several kilometers above this old stone cottage in the hills. Not so typical is the scene we woke up to this morning a white out! I hope... Continue reading
Posted Feb 24, 2013 at Live.Love.Conquer
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Happy Valentine's Day
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from the heart of my home to yours xx Continue reading
Posted Feb 14, 2013 at Live.Love.Conquer
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Goodbye old kitchen :)
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It's been a long time coming but finally the day has arrived to take out this gorgeous 70's beauty and replace it with something that matches the feel of the rest of the house, classy, practical, warm and inviting with a twist of character. Now I need to see how... Continue reading
Posted Jan 30, 2013 at Live.Love.Conquer
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Now let me tell you about our olives ....
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I had an amazing day last October which I have not shared with you on the blog which was such a shame, so as they say, better late than never....... One of the things that we fell in love with at this old stone cottage was the 35 ancient olives... Continue reading
Posted Jan 21, 2013 at Live.Love.Conquer
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Kitchen Inspiration
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The kitchen renovation is in full swing and I'm looking for inspirational ideas to help me create my space. My first port of call was De Tonge established in 1967 in a workshop in Provence with a jaw dropping showroom in Mougins. I love everything about this provencal kitchen from... Continue reading
Posted Jan 20, 2013 at Live.Love.Conquer
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The final piece of the puzzle - a kitchen
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If you have been following me on this journey you will have seen the transformation of this old stone cottage's interior from a tired 70's look to somewhere that I am proud to call home. For the past 2.5yrs I have been dreaming of putting the last piece of the... Continue reading
Posted Nov 21, 2012 at Live.Love.Conquer
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Thought for the day ...
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Plant your own garden and decorate your own soul, instead of waiting for someone to bring you flowers. ~Veronica A. Shoffstall Continue reading
Posted Jul 19, 2012 at Live.Love.Conquer
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Thought for the day
The rung of a ladder was never meant to rest upon, but only to hold a man's foot long enough to enable him to put the other somewhat higher. ~Thomas Henry Huxley, Life and Letters of Thomas Huxley Continue reading
Posted Jul 16, 2012 at Live.Love.Conquer
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Actors, artisans, the eden roc and a movie buff question for you
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When I started this post, I knew little about this magnificent hotel or the history embedded in it's very soul. It has been a real pleasure getting to know it and like the endless list of discerning guests who have stayed here, some returning year after year, I hope one day I too, can enjoy it's hospitality. Continue reading
Posted Jul 13, 2012 at Live.Love.Conquer
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A swedish proverb for the day ..
“Fear less, hope more; Eat less, chew more; Whine less, breathe more; Talk less, say more; Love more, and all good things will be yours” Continue reading
Posted Jul 12, 2012 at Live.Love.Conquer
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