Shonda, Nina and Anne: The Feminine Art of Leadership, Awareness, Authenticity, and Action
Shonda, Nina, and Anne each embody leadership rooted in awareness, authenticity, and action.
Read MoreFrance
All things French!
Christmastime in Paris | Notre Dame de Paris’s Historic Reopening
As we celebrate this Christmas season filled with hope and renewal marked by Notre Dame’s reopening, I like to remember also: This Christmas in Paris is not merely about celebration but also about reflection on love—both divine and human—
Read More
European Christmas Markets | Reims, France – City of Coronations and of Champagne!
Our first stay in Reims, France seemed to be enchanted from the start. The Notre-Dame de Reims seemed like a beautiful version of “Our Lady of Paris” in miniature!
Read More
Paris Je T’Aime | A Lifelong Love Affair with the City of Lights
So, what is it about Paris that keeps me coming back time and again?
Why Paris and not another lovely European capital city? Well, like other Francophiles, and like those outlined so well in David McCullough’s epic book, The Greater Journey, Americans in Paris, the lure of this dazzling, creative, energetic and gorgeous city…
Read More
From Pasadena to Paris | Musée Rodin – Bring on the Romance!
I am so glad that we made the time to travel from the middle of the 16th to journey to the 7th arrondissement in order to spend an afternoon immersed in the wonderful art and architecture of this romantic museum!
Read More
Photo Exposition | Présences, Photographic Treasures from the Gilman and Gonzalez-Falla Collection
Each of us is living art, and each is the steward of oneself. We also are the collective stewards of our humanity. Art is communication and has a long-held purpose for humans. It is our right and a choice as to whether or not, and if so how, we engage in art.
Read More
Film Review | La Passion de Dodin Bouffant / The Taste of Things
Inside a kitchen
Perfect light, scenography, humble appreciation and respect for the kitchen; poetically working in wonderful symmetry, grace, civility, devotion and love.
Based in Paris | Bamyan, A Parisian Boutique’s Autumn-Winter 2023 Collection
I fully enjoyed my Bamyan visit. As I approached Bamyan Boutique, 72, and Showroom at number 51 rue Saint-Louis-en-l’Île, on a tranquil late-morning Tuesday, I floated on the feeling.
Read More
Based in Paris | 5 Reasons to Spend a Day at the Jardin d’Acclimatation!
Everyone will find at least one ride or attraction amongst the numerous choices in the amusement park. Apart from the 49 popular rides attractions, there are shaded playgrounds, horseback rides, workshops and events to accommodate diverse interests.
Read More
Based in Paris | Reflections on Light at Christmastime
The Gift of Light
“Ultimately my hope is to offer possibilities for expanding thoughts toward greater unity, to nudge the future toward the light in the senses and throughout experiences of humanity.”
Read More
Based in Paris | Bamyan, a Delightfully Unexpected Boutique on Paris’ Île Saint-Louis
Uniting two worlds, Bamyan Paris is a French brand that designs and creates collections that have evolved through Oriental and Occidental influences in which the prevailing ‘thread’ boasts both modern and timeless inspirations.
Read More
Series | Social Justice Tourism – Ballin’ on a Budget… Provence
I have traveled through many nations, including this trip into France, that had colonized the world. And not once had I felt–Black. Or at least the sensation of how traveling while Black in America has conditioned me to feel. Black people, are constantly navigating that.
Read More