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| PHOTO BT SOLLI KANANI |
A BIG,BIG THANK YOU to my dear friend,
Solli Kanani, who took these terrific photos.
I didn’t know the story would come out Wednesday! 🍾
In my tiny chambre de bonne.
A BIG,BIG THANK ❤️ YOU to CNN writer ✍️ Joanne Bonner, who tied together beautifully all the myriad bits of my crazy life.
I remember writer Elaine Sciolino organized her book 📕 notes, spread out neatly on tables.
Adventures in the Louvre, The Seine,The Only Street in Paris - I drew ✍️ Elain’s book 📕 tour maps 🗺️ ).
❤️ Anyhoo dear readers, I need to get back to filling envelopes 💌 and painting Champagne 🍾 bottles for you.
Again the CNN Travel link ⬅️
🥐 Bon Dimanche 🥐
























Dear Carol,
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Sincerely,
A long-time subscriber.
Thanks so much Emgee ❤️
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DeleteTalented artist - so happy for you!
I saw the CNN article and immediately subscribed to your blog. I love your watercolors! They are elegant yet whimsical. Paris is such a beautiful city, I’ve been there 3 times. You are an inspiration! Moving there at 72, so glad you made that decision. Thank you for your art and sharing it with the world!
ReplyDeleteYou’re very welcome Betty ❤️
DeleteLovely post Carol, that's wonderful! Glad for you. Have treasured your posts for years, THANK YOU 🙏☺️💖
ReplyDeleteThank you Kim ❤️
DeleteSo glad more of the world now knows of your beautiful artwork, Carol!
ReplyDeleteCarol, you are truly an inspiration! I am in a stage of reinventing my life and it’s great to hear about yours.
ReplyDeleteThis is so wonderful Carol! Your story has been incredibly inspirational to me personally so now having it shared with so many others will surely inspire more now! Congratulations! I hope this brings you happiness and pride!
ReplyDeleteYou are a wonder in every way! So proud of you when I saw the article.
ReplyDeleteCarol, I've been following your posts since you were still in NYC! Loved every minute of your journey. And admire your determination and humor. Love your subscriptions. Ellen, Wellesley MA
ReplyDeleteThanks so much ELLEN ❤️ Very kind.
DeleteI am so glad that you have finally been "discovered" by the masses. Eleanor will be so proud.
ReplyDeleteDear Eleanor, with her crowded wall of Gillotts ❤️
DeleteI love that photo.
Fame!! And no one deserves it more than you with your abundant talent! Now get back to work. Julia
ReplyDeleteI've been following you for the past 3 years or so, and I'm thrilled about the CNN article. THANK YOU for painting champagne bottles, I'm over the moon as well!
ReplyDeleteI love ❤️ everything about Champagne 🍾 I wish it loved me back…I can’t drink much of it, but it is always a happy sight 👁️
DeleteI was soooo happy on Wed when I saw the CNN article. Awesome!!!
ReplyDelete🥰 🥰 🥰 Me too.
DeleteI read the article on line during the week and thought it was an excellent portrayal!
ReplyDeleteThank you !!! 🥰
DeleteI’ve always admired your talent and your tenacity! You get more done in one day than anyone I know. You are like Paris’ own energizer bunny. Love all your watercolors. ❤️
ReplyDelete“Paris’ own energizer bunny” I Love ❤️ that Bonnie 🥰
DeleteYou know very well that I am an EXPERT time-waster & procrastinator with a capital P! Though I do like to wear myself out 😅 pastry 🥮 browsing…
Paris museums are another addiction
Hi Carol. So exciting! Loved the article. Congratulations. Hope to be seeing you sooner than later. Is your book on eEuropean flea markets mentioned in the article available anywhere? Would love to find a copy. A la prochaine. SL
ReplyDeleteSTREET MARKETS 📕 is available on Amazon & abbooks!
DeleteWho know?
https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B001HPE5LM
Thank you!
DeleteOh my are you going to be busy!!! Now is the time that you do actually need an assistant. I am so very pleased for you. xoxoxo
ReplyDeleteAre you available? 🙏 French elves are on strike!
DeleteCarol, this is incredible. I thought you moved to Paris when you were in your 50s.. so this is incredibly inspiring as a story of what is possibleat any point in your life!
ReplyDeleteSome people are foolhardy & risk takers…though you could never get me on a ski ⛷️ slope ❤️
DeleteDearest Carol, you are amazing and delighted to hear that CNN featured you! No wonder! Bon courage with your orders and painting those beauties. I'm off to read that article! Well done - just seeing your paintings again of croissants.... they look better than real life!
ReplyDeleteThanks darling Jill, queen of macarons & CRÉME BRÛLÉE par excellence 👌
DeleteFinally discovered! You are the bright Star followers like me have known for so many years and so many posts! You never gave up. Share the shine!
ReplyDeleteGosh Thanks! Very sweet comments here 🥰
DeleteCarol- That is very exciting. Congratulations. And keep at it.
ReplyDeleteAnd check the spelling of Singapore.
My bad spelling is well-known at La Poste on both continents.
DeleteThey chipped in and got me a label maker, so they could finally stop returning Paris Letters 💌 to me 😀
86 – Ce n'est pas possible! I love your work, and have many of your letters. I especially enjoy the ones related to Christmas and New Years. And Anything with Bear is my go-to choice. Here's to many more years of enjoying Paris, for yourself and for us!
ReplyDeleteThank you Marcia ❤️
DeleteBEAR 🐻 is waving 👋 Bonjour to you
big congrats, but I don't see the link to the article.
ReplyDeletehttps://www.cnn.com/travel/american-artist-paris-watercolors
DeleteAs usual I hid it, but fixed thanks to your comment 🙏
Love the photos of you!!! You are such an inspiration!! You have had a wonderful week, CNN and 🌊🌊🌊big hugs from 🇨🇦
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DeleteWow, amazing. You are a brave woman. Moving to a new city without speaking the language must be a real challenge. I follow you since 2007 when I found a blog named Au petit bonheur la chance, That month I made a trip to Paris and visited the shop in the Marais district. I was delighted, Since then I have followed many of your Paris tips cuz I go frequently. Beutiful pictures by Solli, as well. Regards, Isabelle
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DeleteOF COURSE I HAD STUDIED FRENCH 🇫🇷, WATCHED FRENCH SERIALS, LISTENED TO FRENCH NEWS = THAT DOESNT MAKE YOU FLUENT. I GIVE FRENCH TOURISTS DIRECTIONS ALL THE TIME. I have French radio news on all the time. I have a good ear 👂 for music 🎵 which helps you get the rhythm & pronunciation. I did a post on Learning French.
Speak 👄 French Effortlessly! 🇫🇷
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Congratulations!! Wonderful and also inspiring. Good for you! Enjoy your chambre d'artiste (I decided to rename it for you!) and keeping painting - and eating - and blogging! Felicitations! from northern Minnesota
ReplyDeleteHi, Carol! This is Gail M. from NJ - I just want you to know how much I enjoy you and your stories and your artwork and have for many years. This is a fabulous story about a fabulous woman! I proudly display your beautiful water colors in my home and they always bring a smile and much joy to me. I really wasn't aware of your bio until this story and, to confess, it brought a tear to my eye. I am 76 years old and I am still trying to find myself! You encourage me every day. Thank you for your positive outlook and your wonderful talent. I can't wait to see what you do next! Big hugs from a forever fan!
ReplyDeleteThrilled that so many more people have found you…you are a jewel.
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DeleteFantastic! Love your posts!!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations, Carol!! I've been following you since you were still living in NY and visiting Paris. You dreamt it, believed it and are living it. Well deserved accolades!
ReplyDeleteSO PROUD OVER YOU DARLING <3 <3 <3 Its NEVER to late to set off and live your dream and you are a living proof of that! The most talented and inspiring woman I know. You master the brush like a magician and your artwork brings so much joy. I hope there will be a book soon ;-) Xx, Solli
ReplyDeleteTHANKS Darling ❤️
DeleteThank goodness for our Creative Lunches! 🥪
Well done. Wonderful. How thrilling for you and your followers. A star shining brighter than ever. Thanks for sharing your success.
ReplyDeleteAww..Thank you Peggy ❤️🥰
DeleteDear Carol, I’m so happy to share you with CNN readers! How wonderful, it was a brilliant interview, many congratulations! Nancy H
ReplyDeleteThank you Nancy so much ❤️
DeleteHow good to hear!
ReplyDeleteWonderful, amazing, mystical, synchronistic, fateful, and so well deserved. Now you have a wider audience to shine your light and goodness. Congratulations!
ReplyDelete😄 THANK YOU !!
DeleteCongratulations on all the new business you will get from that wonderful article. And all the more merriment to spread around when your delightful letters are received. Follow your bliss and the doors will open!
ReplyDeleteI am so glad you have been acknowledged by The Big Ones!!!!! Hoping you are well and will be able to cope and enjoy being popular to that extent. Manja
ReplyDeleteThanks darlink
DeleteCongratulations on the article Carol! I enjoyed reading it and learning a bit more about you, as a fan of you blog and subscriber to your letters. Great photos by Soili too, your chamber de bonne looks very nice though I’m sure it is ver small like you say! 🙌
ReplyDeleteIt is inspiring that you moved to Paris as an older person, shows it’s never too late for a new adventure. 😁
All the best with the increased workload, if I was in Paris I’d come help with the letters as I love sending mail and being organised. 📮
YOU ARE HIRED KIRRA ✅ TICKET 🎫 IN THE MAIL 📮 Yayyyy
DeleteOh my gosh CAROL, this is fabulous. Being written up in CNN is over the top and it is such a great article. You’ve deserved this for a long long time. CONGRATULATIONS 🎉🎉🎉🎉 Carolyn
ReplyDeleteCongratulations, Carol! I couldn't be more happy for you -- this is a huge honor! Three cheers on a wonderful piece, great photos and all the benefits it is reaping. Just the best!
ReplyDeleteSuper article, Carol! And much deserved! You more than represent what an American in Paris loves about life in Paris and all over France. Congratulations!
ReplyDeleteOh my goodness! I absolutely loved learning more about you! You are truly an inspiration. I want to be YOU when I grow up!
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