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β€œIn order to write about life, first you must live it.” Ernest Hemingway.
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The fortified town of Lectoure is 30 minutes from our house. It has a wonderful farmer's market on Fridays, and some very fine restaurants. 

The Joys of South West France

March 20, 2018

Some of the things we love most about Occitanie in the South West of France, and why we chose to make this region our home...

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In TRAVEL Tags France

The cutest bunny pom pom tail garland by DIY Candy. 

Easy Easter DIY Ideas

March 15, 2018

Toddler friendly ideas for a sweet Easter egg hunt...

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In MOTHERHOOD Tags Easter, DIY

Espresso Date Shake

March 13, 2018

Iced coffee with a heathy twist...

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In FOOD Tags Iced Coffee, Healthy Recipe, Shake

A rocket backpack for astronauts in the making.

Cute Backpacks for Kids

March 12, 2018

10 adorable backpacks for little ones...

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In MOTHERHOOD Tags Backpacks, Kids Accessories

One of the beautifully presented bite-sized canapes served at Locavore in Ubud. 

Belles & Whistles

March 8, 2018

Belles & Whistles from our world and around the web...

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In DESIGN Tags Belles & Whistles

Vietnamese 'Zoodle' Soup (Quick & Easy)

March 6, 2018

A quick an easy Vietnamese-inspired soup for all the pho lovers out there...

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In FOOD Tags Soup, Vietnamese Flavors, Healthy Recipe, Zoodles

Sunset cocktails on the rooftop of Hotel Tugu.

Bali Hotspots - Our Latest Favorites

March 5, 2018

So many new cafes and restaurants have popped up in Bali over the past year, and these are our current favorites...

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In TRAVEL Tags Bali, Bali Guide

9 Beautiful Oil Burners

March 1, 2018

A selection of beautiful and affordable oil burners to bring calm and relaxation into your home...

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In DESIGN Tags Essential Oil Burners, Interior Decor

Lots of exposed cement in this modern extension that's still under construction. 

Choosing a Builder in Bali

February 27, 2018

The process of selecting a builder in Bali, and how it compares to our experience in America...

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In DESIGN Tags Bali Villa

Berry Protein Shake

My Favorite Pre-Workout Shake

February 26, 2018

My favorite berry protein shake that packs in 24 grams of protein, with only 230 calories...

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In FOOD Tags Protein Shake, Healthy Breakfast

Giraffe illustration via Society 6

For The Love of Books!

February 22, 2018

Our favorite books this month...

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In DESIGN Tags Books

Vegetarian Hash & Poached Egg

February 20, 2018

A healthy remake of an old favorite...

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In FOOD Tags Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Whole 30 Compliant, 17 Day Diet Compliant, Vegetarian, Breakfast

Image via thesefourwallsblog.com.

Stylish Dining Chairs

February 19, 2018

We're on the hunt for dining chair inspiration. Here's a round up of some of my favorite looks...

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In DESIGN Tags Dining Chairs, Furniture

Beef Bone Broth - In Detail

February 15, 2018

Over the past year I've become a chicken bone broth devotee, and now I've turned my hand to a beef version...

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In FOOD Tags Beef Bone Broth, Soup, Healthy Recipe

I love this freestanding double vanity.

Inspiration for Rosie's Bedroom in France

February 13, 2018

Design ideas for Rosie's new bedroom in France...

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In DESIGN Tags Kids Bedroom

A pier at Sanur beach, where you catch the fast boat to Penida. 

Our Island Getaway on Nusa Penida

February 12, 2018

We had a lovely couple of days on a remote tropical island...

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In TRAVEL Tags Bali, Nusa Penida

Decorative ceramics and design inspiration from Metis Restaurant & Gallery.

Interior Decor & Custom Furniture in Bali

February 8, 2018

We're filling a shipping container with furniture from Bali and sending it to France...

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In DESIGN Tags Bali Shopping, Interior Design, Furniture

Justin's Cucumber Elderflower Martini.

Cucumber Elderflower Martini

February 6, 2018

It's my birthday this weekend and Justin has created the most delicious cocktail to help us celebrate...

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In FOOD Tags Cocktails, Elderflower, Gin, Martini, Cocktail

Vegan Split Pea & Vegetable Soup (Gluten Free)

February 5, 2018

A hearty and healthy split pea soup to see you through the rest of winter...

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In FOOD Tags Soup, Vegan Recipe, Gluten Free, Healthy Recipe

February Resolutions

February 1, 2018

My New Year's resolutions are a little late this year...

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In WELLNESS Tags New Year's Resolutions, Goals
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