Livre( books) and blog

I really enjoy this book.

I am reading this one still.

Jonathan Strange and Mr Norrell is a light book but it is very long about 1000 pages. I am enjoying it and I am finding the time to read it.

In french, I am thinking of re-reading a Guillaume Musso : Girl on paper.

I am spending time on the internet:

http://modernmrsdarcy.com/ Modern Mrs Darcy , an inspiration for reading..... for adults

http://amongstlovelythings.com/ Among lovely things pods are fantastic . Great advice for integrating good books and the life of children( homeschool or not).

http://showerofroses.blogspot.com/ Always inspiring for catholic families...

A bientot!

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A book review: Pines book 1 by Blake Crouch

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Things I learnt in July

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refurnish your sink

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