When I was driving in France around the Loire Valley several weeks ago, let's just say my GPS device and I got to know each other pretty well. Here are some things I observed and how our relationship developed from its rocky beginnings.
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Château de Chenonceau: The Loire Valley’s Castle of the Ladies
The Château de Chenonceau is largely known for the royal ladies who have held sway throughout French history and at one time occupied the magnificent structure with it five arch design that spans the Cher River. The history books say that the chateau we see today was built in 1513…
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Kentucky Road Trip and Some Unexpected Weather
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The Clifton Inn, Charlottesville, Virginia
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Kentucky Bourbon Tour {Small Batch Distillery Tours}
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Belles with Baggage
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Brunetti’s Cookbook Review
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Wearable Luggage and Other Things I Love this Week
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NC’s Silver Fork Vineyard and Winery
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