Christmas in Paris

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Christmas time in Paris, what could be better than seeing the Eiffel Tower all lite up? Going to the Christmas market and gazing upon all the beautiful food and gifts to choose from. Seeing the children's delight at all the bright lights. Here are a few pics that I have come across on the internet. Enjoy.  

Who Was Marie Curie?

Born in Warsaw, Poland, on November 7, 1867, Marie Curie was forbidden to attend the male-only University of Warsaw, so she enrolled at the Sorbonne in Paris to study physics and mathematics. There she met a professor named Pierre Curie, and the two soon married, forming one of the most famous scientific partnerships in history. Together they discovered two elements and won a Nobel Prize in 1903. (Later Marie won another Nobel award for chemistry in 1911.) She died in Savoy, France, on July 4, 1934, a victim of many years of exposure to toxic radiation.
                          https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marie_Curie

Americans Help Subdue Attackers On French Train.

http://www.aol.com/article/2015/08/21/us-service-member-injured-in-train-attack-attack-in-france/21225953/?icid=maing-grid7%7Cmain5%7Cdl1%7Csec1_lnk2%26pLid%3D-1409087002

Breaking News From France.

US service member injured in train attack in France.

Mont Saint Michel Braces For The Tide Of The Century

Mont Saint Michel and Britney braces for tidal waves of the century. 

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/11487223/Supertide-2015-Mont-Saint-Michel-braced-for-tide-of-the-century-in-pictures.html

Beautiful Eze Village in Provence France

                        

Eze is one of the most beautiful places that I have ever been lucky enough to visit. So quaint so picturesque so French. Built on a hilltop this tiny village overlooks The French Riviera. It is close to Monaco another area that tourists visit for their gambling. It is lovely but if you have been to Las Vegas you may find that it is not up to parr.  I do remember standing in front of The Monte Carlo waiting for James Bond to run out, jump into his Porsche and set on a fast speed journey. But it never happened. 

Walking through the village you will notice that everything is made of stone. I guess that is why this 500 year old village has weathered so well.
Charming stores with sunflowers abound. French herbs. Artwork and tableware that are to hard to pass up.  

Emilio Pucci's New Line of Around The World Silk Scarves

http://en.vogue.fr/diaporama/emilio-pucci-s-round-the-world-ticket/21064

Who doesn't love to add an accessory to finish off an outfit. Check out Emilio Pucci's new line of silk scarves. From France to New York to Hong Kong these colorful scarves with add a hip touch to any outfit.  

Reviews Of 10 French Movies You Need To Watch

http://theculturetrip.com/europe/france/articles/10-new-french-films-you-need-to-watch-2009-20

Here is a review of 10 new French films that you need to see. I found this website & it even has trailers for you to watch. Check it out. 

French Women And The Age of Les Miserables

https://www.mtholyoke.edu/courses/rschwart/hist255-s01/index.html

One of my favorite novels or musical is Les Miserables. This 1862 novel written by Victor Hugo is set in France during a time when the pheasants will try to defeat the nobles.  The musical by Claude-Michs Schonberg . During this period,  women of little means had few choices. When it came to taking care of themselves and their children., especially when they had been abandoned by a man. While this play has many aspects to it, I would like to look through the "eyes" of  Fantine. The moral philosophy, that women who fell in love & become pregnant are thrown to the curb like the street urchins.  In order to support  her beloved child Cosette, she had to give her to a less than respected couple so she could work at a factory. When she was found out she was fired and had to take to the streets to earn money. She sold her hair and well as her two front teeth.  Still needing money Fatine sells herself  on the streets and becomes very ill. After becoming sick she gives custody of the child to the man who fired her. He blames himself for her illness.  Cosettes life becomes so different then her mothers. This is a look at the times when a women had to fend for herself. And what society did to these helpless women and their children.

Mario Testino and His 59 Vogue Covers

Mario Testino has photographed some of the most beautiful women in the world. His work has graced the covers of 59 Vogue Paris Covers. Mario just celebrated his 60th birthday and his guests showed off the "fashionista" in them.    

http://www.vogue.co.uk/spy/biographies/mario-testino-biography

http://www.theguardian.com/fashion/fashion-blog/gallery/2014/oct/30/-sp-mario-testino-birthday-party-eight-fashion-lessons

http://fashionista.com/2014/10/mario-testino-60th-birthday-party

Stella McCartney arrives at Mario's birthday party. 

As does Naomi Campbell and Kate Moss

French Jewelry and High End Accessories

Louis Vuitton and Patek Philippe, are just a few of the names of well known designers of French jewelry. From the classic watches of Vuitton or Philippe's elegant over the top watches. Check out this months Vogue France for a look into some amazing pieces of jewelry. 

http://en.vogue.fr/jewelry/jewelry-store/diaporama/antique-style-pieces/20874/image/1108055#!ben-amun-bracelet-moroccan-coin

The Paris Market In Savannah Georgia

I came across the French store a few years ago. But I did not have a camera. Luckily I had one this time. 

Once you see the Paris Market & Brocante sign on 36 West Broughton St in the heart of historic Savannah GA, you wonder if you will feel any sense of what life in Paris really is like. Just because it says that it is a French store it does not mean anything. But let me tell you that you will not be disappointed. Every inch, every corner upstairs and even in the lower floor are filled with treasures from France as well as new additions from Italy and other countries around the globe. They even have a little bakery that makes macaroons. Please enjoy the photos. 

http://theparismarket.com/shop/

http://theparismarket.com/shop/

Tiny Antique Shop In Paris France.

The Tiniest Antique Shop In Paris, France. 

This is a great story from Messy Nessy Chic a great eclectic website.  

http://www.messynessychic.com/2014/10/08/the-tiniest-antique-shop-in-paris-is-stuck-to-the-side-of-a-church-and-sells-fresh-eggs/

 Antiques are even on the stairs. Um....I think I have done that myself. Meeting Roger is half the fun of searching for treasuries.