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Author: Guylaine S Gamble

French American born and raised in Hauts-de-France an hour away from Paris, Guylaine grew up in the USA. With a passion for inspiration aka @veryinspiredpro most of the time :) she thrives on putting it all together to live a purpose-driven life.
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Lupin Part 2, Release Date on Netflix!

May 11, 2021March 11, 2026 Guylaine S Gamble

As Lupin was reconnecting and bonding with his son, we are left on a cliffhanger when his son suddenly disappears from sight and we realize he has been kidnapped in the last episode of Part 1! In Part 2, “Assane’s … Continue reading Lupin Part 2, Release Date on Netflix!

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Bonne Fête des Mères or Happy Mother’s Day

May 5, 2021March 11, 2026 Guylaine S Gamble

Mother’s Day or La Fête des Mères in France is celebrated on the last Sunday of May or on May 30th unless it falls on Pentecost Day and in that case, it will be moved to the first Sunday in … Continue reading Bonne Fête des Mères or Happy Mother’s Day

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French-Inspired Mother’s Day Gifts

May 5, 2021May 16, 2024 Guylaine S Gamble

For Mother’s Day or La Fête des Mères I have compiled a delightful original selection of French-inspired gifts or petits cadeaux, personally, I really do think it’s the thought that counts and prefer thoughtful little tokens of affection (unless it’s … Continue reading French-Inspired Mother’s Day Gifts

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Lily of the Valley – Muguet des Bois Intoxicating Fragrance

April 29, 2021May 16, 2024 Guylaine S Gamble

May 1st in France is called La Fête du Muguet and every year rain or shine, we celebrate le 1er Mai with some Muguet des Bois or Lily of the Valley. It’s a wonderful day that rhymes with happiness, hope, … Continue reading Lily of the Valley – Muguet des Bois Intoxicating Fragrance

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Best French Breakfast: Oeuf à la Coque

April 24, 2021April 23, 2023 Guylaine S Gamble

Of course, when you think of a typical French breakfast, images of buttery croissants and pain au chocolat come to mind, but there’s another French classic favorite breakfast or “petit déjeuner” that every French man, woman, and child has grown … Continue reading Best French Breakfast: Oeuf à la Coque

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Limoges Porcelain Boxes

April 14, 2021May 16, 2024 Guylaine S Gamble

Limoges Porcelain Boxes honor the French tradition worldwide, are collectibles that will last a lifetime, and make magnificent French gifts for all occasions. Continue reading Limoges Porcelain Boxes

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French-Inspired Style for Spring

March 26, 2021March 11, 2026 Guylaine S Gamble

Spring is here and the Paris Fashion Week show highlighted some hints of color with pinks and reds making a comeback this year as well as bigger shoulders and the forever classic strappy sandals. I am not going to bore … Continue reading French-Inspired Style for Spring

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The French Easter Bunny is a Hen!

March 25, 2021March 11, 2026 Guylaine S Gamble

In France there is no such thing as the Easter Bunny! Easter is depicted with a big fat hen and there are eggs, bells, and fish, but sorry no bunny! The French tradition of the Easter Bells dates back from … Continue reading The French Easter Bunny is a Hen!

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Les Petits Macarons

March 20, 2021December 17, 2023 Guylaine S Gamble

There are early accounts of the creation of a Macaron almond cookie, which could have been the inspiration for the Macaron we enjoy today. Traditionally it is believed that it was introduced in France by the Queen Catherine de Medici’s … Continue reading Les Petits Macarons

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Francophonie French Facts

March 19, 2021March 11, 2026 Guylaine S Gamble

The International Francophonie Day – La Journée Internationale de la Francophonie was created on March 20, 1970, in Niamey (Niger), with the birth of the Organisation Internationale de la Francophonie (OIF) to celebrate the French language around the world in Francophone countries. This … Continue reading Francophonie French Facts

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Happy Macaron Day!

March 19, 2021March 11, 2026 Guylaine S Gamble

On March 20th,  France celebrates Le jour des Macarons or  Macaron Day! Yes, those scrumptious melt in your mouth little French creations have their own National Day which also happens to coincide with other celebrations that day such as the … Continue reading Happy Macaron Day!

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Amazing French Movies on Amazon Prime

March 17, 2021March 11, 2026 Guylaine S Gamble

Amazon Prime Video also has a very nice selection to rent or buy  (I hear there’s a collection of about 150 films and every genre). With an Amazon Prime membership all the movies are free and if you’re just signing up … Continue reading Amazing French Movies on Amazon Prime

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