~Scroll to the bottom of the post for a round-up of all of the posts shared during this year’s French Week~

My affection for France is grounded in the over-arching premise of approaching life with the intention to seek quality over quantity in all arenas of living, thus enabling the individual, the community and a culture to live well.

The art of living well is a conscious choice, a thoughtful and considered choice, when there are many choices to choose from. Granted the choices become easier when the land you live upon offers terroir that is rich in soil that is capable of nurturing a vast variety of produce, vineyards, wheat, flax and feed for the animals that share their milk for the delectable fromages. But France hasn’t had it all that easy to put it mildly when we reflect upon its tumultuous history. And in part, a large part, it is because of its history that much of the customs, traditions, fashions and behaviors which have become loved by people around the globe are what they are today.

In this fourth annual French Week here on TSLL blog, we will dive into much of what is loved and appreciated about France. From the food, simple decor touches, talking to an American who has called Paris home for 20 years and take a walking tour of his arrondisment, explore Paris’ famous Marche aux Puces, share my latest recommendations for hotels, restaurants and more in the city of Light inspired by my recent trip to France this past July, as well as much more including the giveaways – five to be exact, the week is scheduled to be full and satisfy your love for all things French.

In fact, the first giveaway has already been posted, so be sure to stop by, explore and enter by Saturday August 17th.

Before I wrap up the introduction to what I hope is a week for TSLL readers to explore and travel vicariously to the country that holds a special place in their lives for their own special and unique reasons, I want to thank you for stopping by today. Each day this week beginning today, there will be two new posts. As well, there will be two new podcast episodes going live this week, the first will be available for download tomorrow (Monday) on its regular day of the week and the second on Thursday. But now it is time for French Week to begin! Allons-y! as they say in France – Let’s go!

Throughout the entire week, I’ll be sharing peeks and stories, as well as each of the giveaways, along with readers pics of how they are enjoying the week on TSLL’s social media sites. If you want to have your pic shared on TSLL’s Instagram Stories, tag me on any of the social media hubs listed below and include the hashtag #tsllfrenchweek2019 or #tsllfrenchweek.

• Instagram — @thesimplyluxuriouslife
• Twitter — @simplyluxurious
• Facebook — @thesimplyluxuriouslifeblog
• Pinterest — /simplyluxurious

~Get caught up on all of the French-Inspired posts/podcast episodes on TSLL here (posts) and here (episodes).

Discover what was shared during the previous TSLL French Weeks below:

• 2018 French Week Round-Up
• 2017 French Week Round-up
• 2016 French Week Round-up

~While you read, perhaps a little French music to enjoy? Check out TSLL’s two French music playlists on Spotify:

• French Cafe Jazz (no lyrics)
• Escape to France

Until your next stop by the blog, à la prochaine!

TSLL’s 4th Annual French Week posts thus far . . .

SUNDAY August 11th

• Welcome to TSLL’s 4th Annual French Week!
• 7 French Candles I Love & A Giveaway! – giveaway
• Visiting Musée d’Orsay and Impressionist Berthe Morisot’s Exhibit

MONDAY August 12th

• NEW podcast episode – #257: An American Being Everyday French – My Interview with author & writer John von Sothen
• The World, Large & Small, Illustrated for Your Home, Kitchen and Life: A Modvin Paris Illustrated Giveaway – giveaway
• 5 New-in-2019 French Lifestyle Books I Have Enjoyed

TUESDAY August 13th

• Q & A with Heidi Wynne on Scarves, Effortless Style and Classic Films
• 11 Helpful Tips for Visiting and Shopping at Marché aux Puces de Saint-Ouen in Paris
• A Simple Everyday Luxury: A Gien Mug, giveaway, — giveaway

WEDNESDAY August 14th

• Attending Susan Hermann Loomis’ Cooking Class in Louviers, Normandy
• 9 Places in Paris I Recommend for Dining, Sleeping, Exploring and Finding the Perfect Croissant

THURSDAY August 15th

• NEW podcast episode: 22 French Beauty Secrets Worth the Investment in either Time or Money, episode #258
• Outfit of the Week: Walking into Fall
• An Olive & Branch French Market Tote Exclusive Giveaway for TSLL Ad-Free Subscribers — giveaway

FRIDAY August 16th

• This & That: August 16, 2019 – a French-Themed edition
• A Year’s Subscription to My French Country Home magazine — giveaway

SATURDAY August 17th

• The Grand Finale Giveaway: A Linen Sheet Set from Parachute — giveaway
• A Butter Tasting and My Favorite Butter (there may be more than one ;))

SUNDAY August 18th

• TSLL’s 4th Annual French Week Round-Up (Giveaway Winners Announced)

~Image created exclusively for TSLL by Inslee