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Letters from Maison Violette

After my kids left the nest, I felt the call for a fresh start. A French house I'd long admired went up for sale, and I took the leap. In 'Letters from Maison Violette,' I share my journey of self-discovery, new dreams, and life in the French countryside.

Newsletter · By Sif Orellana · English · Paid tier available · Official site

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Sep 12, 2026
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  1. Issue · Sep 12, 2026

    I’m Back – And I Didn’t Want to Come Empty-Handed (opens the original)

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  2. Issue · Sep 11, 2026

    The Rooms We Haven’t Visited Yet (opens the original)

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  3. Issue · Sep 9, 2026

    How My 16-Month-Old Grandson Interrupted My Worry (opens the original)

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  4. Issue · Aug 7, 2026

    Where I’ve Been (opens the original)

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    Dear friend,For weeks, I’ve sat down to write this post, only to close my laptop again. I didn’t quite know where to begin. Some seasons of life ask for your words. Others ask for your presence. This has been one of the latter.Before I tell you where I've been, I want to thank you. Thank you for your patience, your kindness, and for staying with me while I found my footing again. It has meant more to me than I can put into words.A little over a month ago, my mum received the results of her lates

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