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Wordless (And Breathtaking) Day In Italy #17: The Magic Of The Lake Of Como – Part 2

Welcome to another beautiful day in Italy! The shore of the lake of Como is magical. The boat stops at many different places and you can go ashore wherever you want – to stroll, explore, have a cup of coffee and enjoy your dolce vita…

 

 

 

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Wordless (And Breathtaking) Day In Italy #16: The Magic Of The Lake Of Como – Part 1

 

Happy Monday! Last week I promised you a trip to the beautiful lake of Como, so let's begin! We're on a boat and we have just left the port of Como. It's a beautiful, warm, sunny spring day. The lake is calm and we have all the time in the world to explore the secrets of its shore…

 

 

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Wordless (And Breathtaking) Day In Italy #15: The Charm Of Parco Sempione In Milan – Part 5

 

It's Friday, which means it's our last day in the lovely Parco Sempione in Milan. Thank you for spending the week with me, walking, exploring and meditating at the beautiful place. Today I would like to show you the amazing shades of green you can find in the park. Lush nature at its best, wouldn't you agree?

 

 

Next week we're going to continue our journey around Italy. I invite you to join me and discover the magic of the lake of Como and its many secrets.  Have a Chique weekend, and see...

Wordless (And Breathtaking) Day In Italy #14: The Charm Of Parco Sempione In Milan – Part 4

 

Parco Sempione in Milan does not have only visitors but also inhabitants! Turtles and ducks love the park – and their life around the lake is safe, happy and peaceful.  Lazing around in the sun or hiding in the pleasant shade, they prove that nature can be found even in the middle of a big city…

 

 

 

 

 

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10 Ways To Enjoy A Chique Fashion Weekend In Milan: A Free Thanksgiving Gift For Italy Lovers

Happy Thanksgiving! I love the spirit of gratitude and the loving energy of this holiday.

I would like to enjoy this opportunity to reach out to you and tell you how grateful I am to have you in my life.

Thank you for loving my books.

Thank you for always giving me wonderful feedback.

Thank you for appreciating my writing.

Thank you for being a wonderful reader, fan and friend.

Thank you for supporting my dreams and helping me make them come true.

Thank you for being who you are. Please know you...

Wordless (And Breathtaking) Day In Italy #13: The Charm Of Parco Sempione In Milan – Part 3

The lake in Parco Sempione is magical – it changes many times throughout the year, and even throughout the day! Today I would like to invite you to sit on a bench for a while and admire its beautiful spring water lilies. Isn't their delicate perfection inspiring?

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Wordless (And Breathtaking) Day In Italy #12: The Charm Of Parco Sempione In Milan – Part 2

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Welcome to day 2 in the lovely Parco Sempione in Milan. As you can see, the park has many romantic nooks and crannies. The magical lake is a real oasis of peace and quiet. Let's walk to the bridge and then stand right in the middle of it for a while and just watch the shadows of the trees on the surface…

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Writer's Life: The Importance Of Being Obsessed

Last night I watched a documentary about an elderly artist – painter and designer. He's now 84, has lived a busy life creating and collecting art. At one point in the documentary he said:

"I'm obsessed. Those who are not obsessed about their art can give up right now because they will never create anything worthy anyway. You must be obsessed in order to be an outstanding artist."

He also said: "I don't want to die yet. I want to create. I have so many ideas, and I just need time to turn them...

Wordless (And Breathtaking) Day In Italy #11: The Charm Of Parco Sempione In Milan – Part 1

Last week I promised to take you to Parco Sempione, the green oasis of Milan and one of my favorite places. I write about its many secrets (including legends and ghosts) in my book Chique Secrets of Dolce Vita, so make sure to read it if you haven't yet And now let's go relax and play – Parco Sempione is the perfect place for it.

Torre Branca is the Milanese Eiffel Tower offering a stunning view of the city. An elevator takes you right to the top – no need to climb the stairs!

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Book Review: Beatrice Munson by Lorena Bathey

Let me begin by sharing with you three thoughts that have been on my mind since finishing Beatrice Munson by Lorena Bathey: One, every woman should have a Beatrice Munson in her life. Two, every woman should be a Beatrice Munson. Three, thank you, Lorena, for reminding me I've been losing my Beatrice Munson.

I think Lorena has created a new idiom. While "being a Pollyanna" means being honest, open, loving and generous, "being a Beatrice Munson" means having passion, zest, courage and...