Category Archives: Lifestyle

Balcony Vineyard

Posted on September 29, 2020 by Art for Housewives

Grapevines are so magical. They give you shade and food and beauty. And wine. For many years I lived in Tuscany where I was told grapes needed to be planted in the earth and not in a pot if you … Continue reading →

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Remnants

Posted on September 6, 2020 by Art for Housewives

Originally posted on Muy Marcottage:
My friend Alexandra gave me a bag of remnants that she, in turn, had gotten from a friend. I was moved by how each piece of fabric had been washed, ironed, and folded. Such reverence…

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In the Shade of a Tamarisk

Posted on September 5, 2020 by Art for Housewives

After months of Covid Gloom, we are finally out of Rome and on our special island. Today we went to a beach I know well as it’s less than 100 meters from our front door. Although not the most exotic … Continue reading →

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My Friendly Neighborhood Wine Shop

Posted on May 18, 2020 by Art for Housewives

Today, after 10 weeks, Total Lockdown has ended in Italy and Phase 2 has begun. Many commercial activities will be opening up again although with severe social distancing restrictions. And the wearing of masks is still a must. But the … Continue reading →

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Balcony garden update

Posted on April 7, 2020 by Art for Housewives

The weather in Rome has been fantastic making it all the more difficult to stay indoors with the lockdown. Luckily, we have a balcony and I have decided to spend more time there than on internet. The sun is a … Continue reading →

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