A Lady In France

The Viscount – Chapter Twenty-One

THE VISCOUNT OF MAISONS LAFFITTE CHAPTER TWENTY-ONE “She’s here,” Chastity said, jumping up from the couch and running over to the Intercom. “This should be fun,” her mother said, patting Tommy's back gently. She was still wary of any movement that might jostle him or cause one of the tension ... read more

Life, Love and Sarcasm in Paris

That's Paris is out! And I'm in it! See that? Oh là là  is right! This book is the brainchild of Velvet Morning Press, and all proceeds will go to charity! Woot! Woot! (I love that part). :-) The details about the charity are quoted from the VMP website: Author proceeds from anthology sales ... read more

Household Stuff

I'm sort of out of commission this week. Remember that walking pneumonia or bronchitis thing I had a couple of months ago - right along with the UTI, burglary, rat in the toilet, and having to give up our dog? Well, I have it again, and I'm not at all comfortable. I've canceled the teaching gigs ... read more

How to Keep a Spiritual Fervour

I try to keep a spiritual fervour - I do. My husband and I fast, and I'm filled with joy. I prepare meals for guests, I stay up late to study the Bible with someone, I get up early to pray, I run my children to this event or that, and I brush off any feelings of overwhelm. I rejoice in all the ... read more

The Viscount – Chapter Twenty

THE VISCOUNT OF MAISONS LAFFITTE CHAPTER TWENTY Jerôme showed up at the café fifteen minutes late. He stood at the entrance, looking around, his eyes blinking to adjust to the poor lighting. Jean sat to the right of the small round table with an empty espresso cup, hooded eyes fixed on Jerôme and ... read more

Chicken Confit With Orange-Saffron Glaze

I modified this simple recipe from a French cookbook - Cusine d'Hiver (Winter Cooking) by Tomawak. I don't think it's traditionally French, given the fact that they include saffron, but it did look good. Using a skillet, you'll need to brown 6 chicken breasts in olive oil, salt them, and set ... read more

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