One of the only things that got me stressed out during pregnancy was “all the stuff” we needed for a little baby. Our hospital gave us a list of everything required for our stay in the maternity ward and we received another list from our midwife. I was pretty clueless, so I asked my sister Read article…
Industrial lockers have become increasingly popular in interior design over the past few years. They are a versatile and functional piece of furniture that can add a touch of character to any space. Whether you are looking to create an industrial-style home or simply want to add a touch of vintage charm, industrial lockers are Read article…
After what turned out to be a prosperous pregnancy, our little baby son Tobias was born on December 6th. On Saint Nicholas day, we went to the maternity at 50 minutes from home, to be induced because the baby did not want to come by himself. It was time, as he reached his official French Read article…
We’re officially waiting: like really waiting for the baby to arrive. It is his due date today, I’m 41 weeks pregnant and there is no sign that he will be coming anytime soon. Tomorrow we’ll have an appointment at the maternity to check everything and decide what to do. Meanwhile I’m drinking a homebrewn raspberry Read article…
When we moved to the South last year and opened the windows every morning: we realized that we need to get used to having sunshine every day. Or “need to”: it’s just much more common that the sun shines here, because of the completely different climate with Mistral wind that blows away the clouds. Living Read article…
Blame it to the pregnancy hormones, but after twenty months I could not take it any longer: the glossy black tiles with faux marble and Greek columns with gold details in our toilet had to go. When we moved in in February last year, we updated all of the wall colors, all door hardware and Read article…
Having an extra guestroom is fun: we can welcome and host family & friends anytime, but it is also an opportunity to play with the space. Of course I want our guests to sleep comfortably, under clean & crispy bed linen, with comfy pillows, and to have enough space for bags & suitcases. Until now Read article…
Twenty four years of love and now a little baby is growing in my belly! We’re so happy and excited! Our son, which sounds so cool & crazy, is due at the end of November and we’re currently in the third trimester and all is well. This will be our rainbow baby, a baby after Read article…
Finally! The gallery wall in our guestroom urgently needed an update before our summer guests arrive. Last year I quickly hung some art and posters, but it was a mess and the colors didn’t match the warm(er) look I wanted for this room. When installing everything, I didn’t make a plan at all and just Read article…
Plant a tree with Arbres et Co 🌳 The current heatwave and extremely dry spring summer make us scarily aware of climate change. The devastating forest fires in Spain, Portugal, Gironde, and closer to home here in the South of France are scary, heartbreaking and make me feel so small. Our garden is a crispy Read article…
