tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7063946489075478675.post5377213859829401158..comments2024-03-26T13:10:08.527-04:00Comments on Collage of Life Archives: Time TravellingJeanne Henriqueshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07986759909478180763noreply@blogger.comBlogger24125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7063946489075478675.post-58067269634433259182012-08-24T18:08:08.692-04:002012-08-24T18:08:08.692-04:00Jeanne,
I am back to blogging and so happy to come...Jeanne,<br />I am back to blogging and so happy to come back to visit you. Miss Claire is certainly going to a beautiful place. <br />Hope you continue to enjoy your time in Connecticut (wonderful B&B! I'll have to check it out when I am up there again)<br />Have a wonderful weekend.<br />Silvia Chttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16053712336990830274noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7063946489075478675.post-78074566460248349962012-08-23T12:38:13.344-04:002012-08-23T12:38:13.344-04:00Wow, do you feel like a time traveler lately? I be...Wow, do you feel like a time traveler lately? I bet it felt a bit strange to see your old home again. When I went back to LA and saw our first little apartment building it suddenly made all the years in-between vanish. And I was back in my twenties again. Time is beginning to feel surreal to me.<br />Leslie (aka Gwen Moss blog)Leslie Harrishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06367872267145012395noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7063946489075478675.post-43243461172967386682012-08-22T18:04:36.143-04:002012-08-22T18:04:36.143-04:00Such a difficult time for you but what a beautiful...Such a difficult time for you but what a beautiful place for Miss Claire to be. Your blue stucco house is so pretty - lovely to have the painting as a reminder. We have a watercolour painting of our home which the previous owner kindly gave us.<br />http://missbbobochic.blogspot.co.uk/ miss bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00210603421768133667noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7063946489075478675.post-73577441622867119162012-08-21T15:09:18.347-04:002012-08-21T15:09:18.347-04:00I too am all for the blue stucco house. It's v...I too am all for the blue stucco house. It's very pretty. I love that Rose Room. I know I would feel happy there.Loreehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12520908604580765632noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7063946489075478675.post-5887335852124203862012-08-21T11:11:35.310-04:002012-08-21T11:11:35.310-04:00Each time a child leaves home, part of us goes wit...Each time a child leaves home, part of us goes with him/her, hopefully, the best part! With your family here and there, you will be doing lots of traveling as well as looking forward to them coming home, wherever that may be.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7063946489075478675.post-82593054209013405332012-08-21T04:20:56.873-04:002012-08-21T04:20:56.873-04:00Oh Jeanne, I think we all know about that pain tug...Oh Jeanne, I think we all know about that pain tugging at us inside, made more poignant by their obvious eagerness and excitement at moving on. Bu hey! Not everyone has a mango chateau to go home to, nor an assortment of children to count on for the next visit!<br />Thank you for all the pictures you are sharing with us, it is seriously tempting to jump on a plane and come visit.<br />Sharon<br />xxxsharon santoni at my french country homehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17475608374691177747noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7063946489075478675.post-30375743928172414602012-08-20T18:28:31.825-04:002012-08-20T18:28:31.825-04:00Oh Jeanne I feel your pain at leaving her - this w...Oh Jeanne I feel your pain at leaving her - this will be me in a couple of years and I ache at the thought of it NOW! - so a BIG hug to you. As always a glorious post full of so many things - I love your observations - the wallpaper in particular is a find. Have a lovely day and safe journey back to Vietnam. F xAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01022569419713163845noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7063946489075478675.post-77848516966681276472012-08-20T11:16:10.927-04:002012-08-20T11:16:10.927-04:00Nestlings flying the nest Jeanne. Ah yes, always...Nestlings flying the nest Jeanne. Ah yes, always hard for Mums in particular (maybe for the nestlings too but they would die rather than let you know.<br />I love that blue stucco house - exquisite.The Weaver of Grasshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13947971556343746883noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7063946489075478675.post-79757224757127658822012-08-20T02:16:04.188-04:002012-08-20T02:16:04.188-04:00I adore the blue/grey stucco house! Not only did ...I adore the blue/grey stucco house! Not only did it change colors.....but than enormous driveway!<br /><br />Ick!<br /><br />I think it is sometimes better not to go "back"!<br /><br />I went back once; to my first childhood home with my "Auntie Clare" (who lived with us and helped 'rear' me!) It was a wonderful experience.....Robin Piccione (sp) (bodysuit bathing suits) had bought it; and it was a total dream!<br /><br />The rest of the houses I have lived in........not.....I am lucky!<br /><br />We built where we live; and we love it!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7063946489075478675.post-54832021639604699192012-08-19T19:26:09.413-04:002012-08-19T19:26:09.413-04:00busy days and lots of changes! Can I just say I r...busy days and lots of changes! Can I just say I really love the blue version best? And to borrow the song - they paved paradise and put up a parking lot (or in this case, driveway, but still.) Stephaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08026642983521186196noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7063946489075478675.post-50009046265322201862012-08-19T18:28:15.497-04:002012-08-19T18:28:15.497-04:00Hi Jeanne.. when the young eagle is ready to fly, ...Hi Jeanne.. when the young eagle is ready to fly, the mother eagle removes the staying pins of her nest.. that way, the nest drops, and the baby must fly.. Enjoy your beautiful new campus Miss Claire.. enjoy College life to the max.. and Jeanne.. special hugs to you as you pick up the pieces of your nest.. xx J.. she'll be right mate.. travel safely back to VN GlamGirlsLuxTravelshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12937931489637178146noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7063946489075478675.post-6404149898677332582012-08-19T17:56:14.846-04:002012-08-19T17:56:14.846-04:00What a fabulous college campus. I'm sure Miss...What a fabulous college campus. I'm sure Miss Claire will have wonderful times there, but mums always worry and miss the children no matter what age! Lovely to see your previous US home. Happy travels back to Chateau Mango!Victoria | Hibiscus Bloemhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02937937184875769756noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7063946489075478675.post-42168772378307977532012-08-19T17:53:11.678-04:002012-08-19T17:53:11.678-04:00Bonjour Jeanne. Even though I *follow* your blog a...Bonjour Jeanne. Even though I *follow* your blog and read your wonderful posts on a regular basis, I don't think I have ever commented on any of them, so why not today? :-) This was a lovely story, and it felt special to me. Like you, I have traveled and lived in several countries. Like you, I enjoy retracing my footsteps and check out old neighborhoods and friends when I get a chance to. I noticed one of the book covers you posted when writing Diane's Books is "The Chaperone." I read it this summer and really enjoyed it. As for your daughter, she is lucky to be studying and living in such a beautiful school for the next few years. College is a whole different ball game in the United States, isn't it? Take care. I will visit again soon. Veronique (French Girl in Seattle) French Girl in Seattlehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14347995356689205203noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7063946489075478675.post-12041736488029366762012-08-19T17:23:29.120-04:002012-08-19T17:23:29.120-04:00It's impossible to keep track of where you are...It's impossible to keep track of where you are in the world, Jeanne:-)<br /><br />Wishing Miss Claire a wonderful time at college.<br />carinahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09086636830513427701noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7063946489075478675.post-34992195784562547152012-08-19T14:07:49.893-04:002012-08-19T14:07:49.893-04:00Hello, hello!
Oh how wonderful to hear that Miss...Hello, hello! <br /><br />Oh how wonderful to hear that Miss Claire (always copy Helen Tilston whenever possible) has settled in to an environment that is just a dream. You can practically hear the thoughts bouncing off the grounds! As for you, I am delighted that you have found your resting place for the next four years (and such a charming one at that) but am admittedly (much to my chagrin) entirely jealous for you to have found your way to Manhattan, my home for many years before moving to France. <br /><br />Something tells me that your culutre shock will be quite strong. Sending all my best and I know that Tika will welcome you mightily at Mango House!<br /><br />Have a wonderful week ahead,<br />xo,<br />HeatherHeather Robinsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01316279029849503437noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7063946489075478675.post-57986770030650847722012-08-19T14:00:21.080-04:002012-08-19T14:00:21.080-04:00Such a beautiful campus for your sweet girl. I hav...Such a beautiful campus for your sweet girl. I have very fond memories of my freshman year of college. (ages ago and on the opposite coast.)<br /><br />Fondly,<br />GlendaGLENDA CHILDERShttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10413897395818998532noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7063946489075478675.post-78879983191189429432012-08-19T13:32:08.245-04:002012-08-19T13:32:08.245-04:00Thank you for sharing the painting your friend did...Thank you for sharing the painting your friend did for you, it's so interesting to see how things have changed. The painting is a very special unique way to keep memories of your beautiful house. <br />Good luck to Claire in College, that's a lovely campus! I love the B&B's Rose Room, the teal and the floral pattern are so nice together.Wallflowerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07803077335576516831noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7063946489075478675.post-75590614820768839892012-08-19T13:18:49.337-04:002012-08-19T13:18:49.337-04:00Clearly you have friends and perhaps family "...Clearly you have friends and perhaps family "in the area", but in an emergency, central virginia is close. I'd be be happyd to be available if you need a "responsible adult" sometime for Miss Claire.webbhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15168174623602308906noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7063946489075478675.post-24625387851257730832012-08-19T13:15:27.768-04:002012-08-19T13:15:27.768-04:00Jeanne,
I am sure that it is difficult to leave C...Jeanne,<br /><br />I am sure that it is difficult to leave Claire but how nice to know that she is happy at in a beautiful space to learn and grow.<br /><br />I agree, I love he blue stucco house much better...I hope you have two wonderful days with your friends! Enjoy every second. <br /><br />And then know that you have your beautiful family waiting at home for you.<br /><br />Have a wonderful and safe journey! Thinking of you and praying for you at this time of transition!<br /><br />Hugs, Elizabeth Elizabeth@ Pine Cones and Acornshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06044933540074342177noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7063946489075478675.post-81269193609653661292012-08-19T11:58:00.096-04:002012-08-19T11:58:00.096-04:00You've done it! I'm telling you...often t...You've done it! I'm telling you...often the anticipation of the goodbyes is the worst, I think. Can't wait to see our girls soar into their college years...we head to our B&B pick on Friday! Have a wonderful trip visiting friends and making your way back to your new world. Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01287491309379401724noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7063946489075478675.post-83277216622030057382012-08-19T11:42:10.889-04:002012-08-19T11:42:10.889-04:00Oh, I can understand the heavy heart~~on a couple ...Oh, I can understand the heavy heart~~on a couple counts...the blue stucco house and moving Miss Claire to her next nest. Bittersweet. Thanks for the update on your adventures :)rjerdeehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12453912819445395042noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7063946489075478675.post-33687140394068787922012-08-19T10:31:46.345-04:002012-08-19T10:31:46.345-04:00Such excitement for you Jeanne. Once again back i...Such excitement for you Jeanne. Once again back in America.<br />The grounds and building of the college that Miss Claire will be attending looks beautiful . I wish her all the best in her new home and college. <br />I like the blue.. and love the painting. I suppose it was a little disappointment to see the old house with a different colour.<br />Enjoy the rest of your stay in USA.. and wishing you a pleasant trip back to Vietnam.. and Chateau Mango.<br /><br />valvalerietilsten59.blogspot.comhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05617190196811279000noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7063946489075478675.post-37122583895311933422012-08-19T09:26:01.698-04:002012-08-19T09:26:01.698-04:00Looks like a terrific experience awaits her Jeanne...Looks like a terrific experience awaits her Jeanne - picture perfect campus. Time does indeed march on...now we know how our mothers must have felt... and before the advent of Skype and email. (Thrilled to think of the bonus travel stories this opens up for us - your appreciative readers - though.) x SilverGullshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01050212842161498255noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7063946489075478675.post-47082502648405180182012-08-19T09:14:36.429-04:002012-08-19T09:14:36.429-04:00Hello Jeanne
Wishing Miss Claire success in her n...Hello Jeanne<br /><br />Wishing Miss Claire success in her new life. I can see why she selected this classic college. <br />I totally agree, who was the designer who messed up your beautiful home. (it certainly was no architect).<br />Wishing you continued happiness and joy and happy travels as you wing your way back to Chateau Mango.<br /><br />Helen xxhelen tilstonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02791882664528962799noreply@blogger.com