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The Little Helper
2026-09-29 11:00 UTC by Corey

During the French la Vie my guests stay with me. When they leave I start to clean and prepare for the next arrivals.

The guests left before the sunrise had a chance to brighten the sky.

Olivia’s school was on strike-

so I inherited a little helper. Oh did we laugh, didn’t accomplish much, but my joy/happy/fill my cup radar was...

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Friends
2026-09-28 11:00 UTC by Corey

How sweet friendship is. To meet one another over a shared passion, and discover other avenues in common. Thank you for being part of this blogging community, coming to France, trusting me, and diving into the week of brocanting together!

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In reply to Glinda. Yes, the shop in Cassis carries those ... by Corey
Best week ever! Thank you so much, Corey; it was everything I ... by Jan
Thank you Corey for letting we “onliners” tag along on your ... by Cynthia Thompson
I recognize that cute little green truck from Cassis! Do they ... by Glinda

Brocante: Perfect As Is
2026-09-27 11:00 UTC by Corey

A contradiction.

Or a revelation?

Imperfect.
Flawed. Uneven. Incomplete.

Perfection.
Whole. Complete. Enough.

A paradox.

Nevertheless…

Life is not a straight arrow – nor lived without error.

The weathered stone.
The crooked smile.
The rewritten page.
The healed scar.

Perfection is revealed as they say-

...

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So true! Blessings by Cynthia Thompson

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The Most Lovely Review
2026-09-26 11:00 UTC by Corey

« There is something magical about a brocante tour with Corey that has very little to do with what comes home in your suitcase. It’s the laughter, the beautiful little villages, the early mornings spent searching for treasures, the wonderful people you meet along the way, and those unexpected moments that somehow become your favorite...

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That is a nice heartfelt review! Love the picture with the ... by Diogenes
One day, yes, one day! by Ali

Day Four with the French la Vie
2026-09-25 11:00 UTC by Corey

Traveling without touring is discovering a place long enough to feel its rhythm, sharing laughter and conversation with kindred spirits, and wandering where history lives daily. The most treasured souvenirs are pieces of a place, carrying the hands, hearts, and stories of those who came before. The journey is measured by the moments that stay...

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Looks like a fun group! by Diogenes
Oh Corey! Those 4 lucky, lucky ladies! I envy them and would ... by Leonie

Where Do We Go During the French la Vie
2026-09-24 11:00 UTC by Corey

Here and there throughout Provence. Connecting and reconnecting with our favorite brocante dealer. Wining, dining, enjoying, and being happy while seeing Provence through the lens of the brocante.