Thursday, March 3, 2011

Parisian Blogger Getaways





Before I tell you about my dear friend, Mimi's, wonderful blog

  Bonjour Romance

I want to thank those who sent such comforting and caring good wishes
 to me and my family during the past two weeks.  My dad had been ill for some time
 but his turn for the worse and rapid decline and death came as a shattering shock to all of us
 who dearly loved him. His strength of character, love for his family, and endearing sense of humor
 will be sorely missed. Thank you so much for your prayers
 and very kind words during this trying time.



You may already know Mimi at Bonjour Romance. 
 I have followed her blog since I began blogging almost three years ago.  
 Mimi lives in Paris (can you even imagine such a thing?)
 and she and her husband have a travel agency, Paris Travel Group. 
 They are offering a new service specially designed for bloggers:

Parisian Blogger Getaways
Tailor Made Tours for Bloggers in Paris




My daughter and I are planning a trip to Paris next month
and Mimi is helping us plan our itinerary.

If you are in the "dreaming about it" stage or
are beginning to plan your trip to the glorious City of Lights
do visit Mimi at Bonjour Romance and Paris Travel Group.

If you crave all thing French the way I do you will also enjoy
Mimi's new on-line magazine, Belle Inspiration.
The March issue will be out soon.  I can't wait.







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34 comments:

  1. Flavia GalassoMarch 3, 2011 at 6:06 AM

    I just hug you strongly.....Flavia


    And now I go to visit Mimi's blog!!

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  2. My Little SpaceMarch 3, 2011 at 6:20 AM

    Thanks Cathy for sharing such a nice info. I'll keep that in mind if I need one later. Btw, hope everything went well with your side. Take care. And have a lovely day.
    Blessings, Kristy

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  3. RitaMarch 3, 2011 at 6:28 AM

    Sending you a warm Hug for your tragic loss.
    What a great excursion ahead for you and your daughter. Hope you will blog about your trip. Will now go check out Mimi.
    Rita

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  4. FoleyMarch 3, 2011 at 6:29 AM

    Cathy, so very sorry for your loss. Losing a parent is something that is so difficult..my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

    April in Paris...what could be more perfect!!!

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  5. PondsideMarch 3, 2011 at 6:39 AM

    Good morning, Cathy. I'm so sorry for your loss - there is no age when losing a parent is easy. We are all children at that point. I'm glad that you and your daughter will have a lovely trip to plan and enjoy together. The best healing is family time - and a father such as you've described would be nodding in agreement, I'll bet.

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  6. KathyMarch 3, 2011 at 6:46 AM

    I am so sorry to read about your loss Cathy. I know all the memories you have of your Dad will keep you smiling and also keep him close and in your heart always. Your trip with your daughter sounds absolutely wonderful.

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  7. KristenMarch 3, 2011 at 6:47 AM

    So sorry about your father! I'm sure it's been a difficult time and will continue to be for awhile. Sending prayers your way!

    I will have to check out this blog you mentioned - I love Paris and would love to return. =)

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  8. Carol @ There's Always Thyme to CookMarch 3, 2011 at 7:08 AM

    I am so sorry to read about your loss, Cathy, my heart goes out to you. I know exactly how difficult it is.
    Your trip with your daughter sounds fantastic!

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  9. KathleenMarch 3, 2011 at 7:14 AM

    Good to see you back, Cathy. I have been praying for you, and will continue.
    No signs of Spring here, so cold, but not snowing!

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  10. pamMarch 3, 2011 at 7:33 AM

    I'm glad to see you back, and I will also continue to pray for you and your family.

    And...I am totally Paris, French, France, obsessed! So, I will definitely go check all of this out!

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  11. Lyndas recipe boxMarch 3, 2011 at 8:39 AM

    I'm so sorry about your loss Cathy; I've lost my parents and know how heart wrenching it is. I'll keep you in my prayers.

    So glad you will be getting away to Paris-what a fantastic trip for you and your daughter!
    Thanks for the info.

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  12. Sam Hoffer / My Carolina KitchenMarch 3, 2011 at 8:43 AM

    Cathy, sending more hugs your way. My parents died within six weeks of each other and it took me what felt like forever to get over it.

    Your trip to Paris with your daughter sounds like such fun. I know you'll have a great time. Bonjour Romance is a fantastic blog.
    Sam

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  13. LynnMarch 3, 2011 at 9:27 AM

    Nice to hear from you Cathy, so sorry to hear about your dad.
    I'm sure your trip to Paris will be wonderful and look forward to reading all about it:@)

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  14. Marilyn MillerMarch 3, 2011 at 9:35 AM

    If only I had unlimited funds I would travel back to Paris at a moments notice. I will visit her blog, oh how I would love this trip. Have so much fun and take lots of pictures.

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  15. Sprigs of RosemaryMarch 3, 2011 at 9:48 AM

    My sincerest sympathies . . . I, too, know how it feels to lose one's parents, no matter how old they, or you, are.

    A trip to Paris with your daughter, in April, no less, sounds like a great healer.

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  16. DMarch 3, 2011 at 10:18 AM

    Cathy, I am so sorry for your loss; there is nothing that explain the pain we feel when we lose our loved ones. My mother has been gone for 8 years now, and I still miss her so much.

    Paris in April? such sweetness.

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  17. LynnMarch 3, 2011 at 10:24 AM

    Cathy, I am so sorry to hear about your dad. It is so hard to lose a parent. I'm glad you have this great trip with your daughter to look forward to!

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  18. Big DudeMarch 3, 2011 at 12:05 PM

    Glad to see you back in the blogosphere Cathy.

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  19. UnknownMarch 3, 2011 at 12:24 PM

    Many hugs to you and your family.

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  20. La Table De NanaMarch 3, 2011 at 1:11 PM

    My sympathies..What nice words regarding your dad.

    I hope your time away with your daughter will bring some peace to you..It's distracting to be away..and it does the soul good..
    Can't think of a better place for distractions..

    Thank you for the link..you never know..
    Take care..

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  21. PamMarch 3, 2011 at 1:22 PM

    Oh Cathy... I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you & your family right now.

    I am so jealous of you & your daughter (but totally happy for you both too). Do you think you could squeeze me into your suitcase? Paris is a dream destination for me.

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  22. Ciao Chow LindaMarch 3, 2011 at 4:07 PM

    oh Cathy - I had no idea and I'm so sorry about your father's death. It is such a big loss when a parent dies and my heart goes out to you. I'm glad you have that trip planned and I hope it's a balm to your sorrow.

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  23. JanineMarch 3, 2011 at 4:52 PM

    Cathy I am so sorry for your loss! I am sending big hugs to you!

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  24. BeckyMarch 3, 2011 at 5:51 PM

    Cathy, my thoughts and prayers remain with you.

    I am leaving Sunday to go to France with my daughter. I know you and your daughter will have a wonderful time next month.

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  25. SavoringTime in the KitchenMarch 3, 2011 at 6:07 PM

    Cathy, I'm so sorry to read of your father's passing. I've been out of town and still trying to get caught up with my blogging friends.

    My deepest sympathy to you and your family.

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  26. The Food HoundMarch 3, 2011 at 6:10 PM

    MON DIEU!! I need to check out her blog! Be still, my beating heart- a trip designed for a blogger! Novel idea!! You and your daughter will have the time of your lives!!

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  27. VickieMarch 3, 2011 at 6:48 PM

    I did not know your father had passed, Cathy. Big hugs to you right now. A trip to Paris with my daughter sounds like the most decadent thing in the world! Have a ball and take some wonderful pictures. (don't forget to get a new Christmas ornament!)

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  28. From the KitchenMarch 4, 2011 at 4:44 AM

    Cathy: I'm glad to see you back. Time heals but memories of dear ones don't fade. They just become more precious. From all I've read about your father, you have very precious memories for comfort. A trip to Paris for you and your daughter sounds perfect. Can't wait to "come along" through your posts.

    Best,
    Bonnie

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  29. LorraineMarch 4, 2011 at 5:44 AM

    I was so sad when I heard on Erin's blog about the loss of your dad. He sounds like an amazing man. I hope your memories of him bring you comfort. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

    I am so happy for you that you are going to Paris! I went about 20 years ago and would love to go back.

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  30. Thibeault's TableMarch 4, 2011 at 7:40 AM

    Cathy, I'm so sorry for your loss.

    Ann

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  31. Roz | La Bella Vita CucinaMarch 4, 2011 at 11:18 AM

    Cathy, I've been absent for several weeks and am sorry to hear about your loss. I hope that your beautiful trip will help you find solace and healing. Blessings, Roz

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  32. teresaMarch 4, 2011 at 11:56 AM

    so so sorry for your loss. prayers and love at this time.

    the trip sounds wonderful!

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  33. scrambledhenfruitMarch 4, 2011 at 7:07 PM

    Cathy, I'm so sorry for your loss- my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

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  34. JeannieMarch 5, 2011 at 2:39 AM

    Sorry to hear about your loss Cathy, I know how you feel...God bless..

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