Materfamilias Writes

Asparagus and Peonies and Pissotières. . . Oh My!

Asparagus and Peonies and Pissotières. . . Oh My!

First of all, may I tell you that your comments make me feel so much better — thank you! (And Pater thanks you as well, because as patient as my lovely guy is, sometimes having…

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Brussels, from Bordeaux. . . . Perspective of Distance

Brussels, from Bordeaux. . . . Perspective of Distance

Thank you so much for your kind and thoughtful comments, here and on Instagram. I’ve answered as best I could, and I trust you’ll understand why I haven’t answered every comment individually. I also received…

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Now That’s A Bit Sketchy . .

Now That’s A Bit Sketchy . .

I am scrambling to think what I might offer you today, not wanting you to abandon me completely, but we’ve had a Six and a Four staying here all week after hanging out with a…

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What’s Happening in the Spring Garden on the Terrace? So Much!

What’s Happening in the Spring Garden on the Terrace? So Much!

Spring on the Terrace! We leave for Europe two weeks from now, and as much as I’m looking forward to the trip, I’m already regretting the blooms we’ll miss, a bit envious of those visitors…

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Sketches and Paddles and Connections. . . .

Sketches and Paddles and Connections. . . .

You might remember that we took out a membership at a local Rowing Club nearby to bring kayaking back into our lives after our move to the city.  I mention our urban kayaking in this…

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