location
Friday, August 03, 2012
We're back now from salty and floral île de Ré, or the Isle of Rhé. This furry tourist, above, enjoyed people-watching from a window overlooking the farmers' market in St Clément des Baleines. His carefree let-it-all-hang-out attitude is reflected in the relaxed rental sign just below. Discover the sign's missing letters in today's vocab entry, here:
une location (lo-kah-syon)
: rental, renting
Audio File: listen to Jean-Marc read the following French terms:
location de vélo = bike rental
location de meubles = furniture rental
location d'un immeuble = property/real estate rental
location de voitures = car rental
location de maison de vacances = home vacation rental
mettre en location = to rent out
prix de location = rent
Reverse dictionary: rental
rental contract = un bail
rental charge = une redevance
A Day in a French Life... by Kristin Espinasse
This story column will return next week. I've got more anecdotes to share with you--and some exciting news too! Meantime, if you would like to take a wild stab at just what it is, this scoop I've been keeping from you, then click here and offer up your most imaginative guess!
Jean-Marc and I will be reading your comments, and I know my mom, Jules, will get a kick out of some of your far-fetched guesses. So get creative and have fun figuring out just what it is we've been keeping secret.
Click here to leave a wild guess, and many thanks for playing along with us!
Amicalement,
Kristin
Vélos, or bikes a-gogo on the île de Ré.
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Hollyhocks, oysters, salt (fleur de sel), bikes...
I've been and those are my fab four.
Posted by: John L | Friday, August 03, 2012 at 11:14 AM
and ...John L....moules frites for a break from oysters!!!
Posted by: sue | Friday, August 03, 2012 at 01:13 PM
A bicycle parking lot.
Posted by: Linda Quinet | Friday, August 03, 2012 at 01:28 PM
You have a new dog?
Posted by: Deborah Murray | Friday, August 03, 2012 at 01:30 PM
My wild guess?? That the exciting news is in the form of a movie that they are proposing to make about your fabulous life and wonderful books and blog...am I close? :)
Posted by: Claire | Friday, August 03, 2012 at 01:30 PM
A movie based on your blog.
PS Love ile du Rey.
Posted by: Patrine Baptist | Friday, August 03, 2012 at 01:31 PM
What is Kristin's big news? The suspense is intense! All that comes to mind is that they are moving to a new vineyard with bigger space and more grapes? Tell us soon! Welcome back from vacation!
Posted by: jan greene | Friday, August 03, 2012 at 01:33 PM
a new baby? ;)
Posted by: Wallace | Friday, August 03, 2012 at 01:43 PM
You are expecting a baby! Well…it happens. And what could be more exciting?
Posted by: Verna | Friday, August 03, 2012 at 01:48 PM
Yeah, since Jean-Marc is involved and reading the guesses, I'm going with baby, too.
Posted by: Bruce in northwest Connecticut | Friday, August 03, 2012 at 01:56 PM
your wines won a prize!
Posted by: mimi taylor aka cigalechanta | Friday, August 03, 2012 at 01:57 PM
Since all my guesses have been taken I'll just say welcome home and looking forward to more stories and photos, especially after seeing all the beautiful colors in the two from today. I might add a guess related to all your wonderful photographs -- they're being published?
Posted by: Julie F in St. Louis, MO | Friday, August 03, 2012 at 02:00 PM
But you wanted us to get creative, so how about…
Your farm has been selected as the site for next year's G10 summit.
Posted by: Bruce in northwest Connecticut | Friday, August 03, 2012 at 02:01 PM
Well the dog and the baby have been taken already. How about a new book with the both of you writing together? Or a TV programme featuring the winery and you both.
Posted by: Lesley | Friday, August 03, 2012 at 02:06 PM
You've decided to open une location de maison de vacances chez vous for all your friends who want to come visit you en france! Bravo! Quelle bonne idea, n'est-ce pas?
Posted by: Rose Johnson | Friday, August 03, 2012 at 02:08 PM
My guess for your "stand-by situation that has you on a roller coaster of emotion" is either that you are expecting a little one or.... Angelina Jolie might come for a visit. :)
Posted by: Karen Whitcome - Towson, Md USA | Friday, August 03, 2012 at 02:10 PM
I like Rose Johnson's idea. ;-)
Posted by: Betty | Friday, August 03, 2012 at 02:17 PM
GOOD MORNING TO ALL OF OUR PRECIOUS FRIENDS,
I LIKE the guess that Kristi is going to BLOOM IN PROVENCE....can you imagine Kristi having a baby at this time of her life....as a matter of fact that is the first guess that came to my mind also.
How wonderful of all of you that believe that Kristi's career is still going to climb up into the clouds - I like to pretend that one day there will be a little movie about her life in France too !!!!
I am most excited about her 'secret' and will be happy when Kristi reveals what is really going on in her life so we can all put our two-bits into the pot. I can't wait to be able to talk about this with all of you out there in this big wonderful world.
I must say one of my greatest dreams is coming true.
XOXO
JULES
Posted by: JULES GREER - PUERTO VALLARTA, MEXICO | Friday, August 03, 2012 at 02:21 PM
OUI , our next door friend sells his 52 hectares property in a couple of weeks and
he told us that a wine maker will continue
the wine business .COULD BE YOU !!!
Posted by: pierre maisonneuve | Friday, August 03, 2012 at 02:23 PM
You've been chosen by the Venutians for first contact! Should you stay, should you go? Will they have grapes? Wifi? And perhaps most importantly, do they speak French?
Posted by: Andy | Friday, August 03, 2012 at 02:27 PM
All of my guesses have been guessed. My immediate thought, tho, was a new baby. Can't wait to hear the "secret". Welcome back.
Posted by: Mary Griffith | Friday, August 03, 2012 at 02:35 PM
Hmmmm, kids are too young to be engaged, so my guess is --Your wines will be sold in a large American retail outlet?
Posted by: Holly H | Friday, August 03, 2012 at 02:41 PM
With all of the news about the olympics, I'm going to "go for the Gold" and guess that Kristie has been signed by a big publishing house. Lee Mears, Bradenton, FL
Posted by: Lee Mears | Friday, August 03, 2012 at 02:47 PM
Not a movie but a TV series. Can't wait to see it! Bonne chance....
Posted by: Barbara Richardson | Friday, August 03, 2012 at 03:10 PM
The supreme secret is that Jules is moving to France to enjoy her newest grandchild that is on the way and will be present when Jean-Marc makes THE movie after he has broken ground on the new bicycle park that will be in front of the charming little guest rooms to be built overlooking a grand expanse view of the new vineyards next door...Cheers from sunny Florida
Posted by: Paulette | Friday, August 03, 2012 at 03:10 PM
Location de Chiens Adorables. At least, in a perfect world. As for the surprise, I'm thinking movie option perhaps?
Posted by: Sue J. | Friday, August 03, 2012 at 03:17 PM
My first guess was the popular 'new baby'. However, Jules' mention of one of her greatest dreams doesn't really support that. Nor does twins? Maybe Jules is moving to France?
Posted by: Sandy | Friday, August 03, 2012 at 03:22 PM
Hmmmmm, I'll say that JM and Kristi have purchased neighboring property and Jules and her hubby will be coming to take up residence in the farmhouse on site!
Posted by: Sandy Maberly | Friday, August 03, 2012 at 03:36 PM
I like Holly H's guess. My guess is that you are coming to the USA with a tasting in every state (hoping).
Posted by: Holly W | Friday, August 03, 2012 at 03:36 PM
My first wild guess was that you are having a baby but that has been said!! Maybe Max is going to college in USA??
Posted by: Lolly Golden | Friday, August 03, 2012 at 03:49 PM
A. Jules is moving in with you to babysit Braise and Smokey while you go on book tour.
B. you are moving into Orange to; teach writing workshop; open boutique/winestore/moving to paris
C. having future little winemaker
D. moving winery to Scilicy
E. none of the above.
Posted by: Hampton | Friday, August 03, 2012 at 03:50 PM
Or maybe Jules is coming to live with you??
Posted by: Lolly Golden | Friday, August 03, 2012 at 03:50 PM
How's this for wild guess?--You're moving to Arizona, starting a vineyard in Sonoita in Southern Arizona and Jean Marc will be doing a blog called "An English Word a Day"
After what Hollywood did to Under the Tuscan Sun, I'm fervently hoping it is NOT a movie.
Posted by: Vera Marie Badertscher | Friday, August 03, 2012 at 03:52 PM
ON VERRA BIEN. IL FAUT ETRE PATIENT! ;-)
Posted by: Colette | Friday, August 03, 2012 at 04:07 PM
My first thought was a baby.
But perhaps you met a publisher who will give you an advance on a new book.
Or maybe a world wide distributer for your wine.
Qui peut dire.
On verra bien.
Mike.
Posted by: Mike Hardcastle | Friday, August 03, 2012 at 04:09 PM
MY GUESS WAS A NEW ADDITION TO A BEAUTIFUL FAMILY. WHATEVER IT IS, I AM GLAD THAT YOU ARE BACK LIVE, ON LINE. IT HAS BEEN A LONG,LONG TIME FOR YOU TO BE AWAY FROM YOUR EXTENDED FAMILY. WELCOME BACK.
GUS ELISON. FLORIDA
[email protected]
Posted by: GUS ELISON | Friday, August 03, 2012 at 04:11 PM
You're going to Disneyland?
Posted by: louis Plauche' | Friday, August 03, 2012 at 04:41 PM
I agree with Paulette - her comment contains everything in one neat package. Welcome back!
Posted by: Kathleene Eubanks | Friday, August 03, 2012 at 04:42 PM
Hmmm! Jean Marc has decided to become an interior designer. That really gets a laugh from me. No, seriously, I think you have decided to move to California to try your hand at the vines there. You will keep your French vineyard in some form. Oh, no, that means you will not write your blog anymore.
Posted by: anne | Friday, August 03, 2012 at 04:43 PM
You are adopting a child!
Posted by: pat | Friday, August 03, 2012 at 04:50 PM
Anytime I hint of a special secret or surprise, my dear friend Sallie shouts "you're having a baby!" maybe baby will be in the form of... a new book, expanded winery, tv series based on your books... So many possibilities - my heart is excited for your new horizons!
Posted by: Danielle | Friday, August 03, 2012 at 05:06 PM
I'm guessing Max is going to college in the USA??? Second guess is that you have been offered some sort of fabulous book deal! Whatever it is, sounds like it's very happy news!!! I wish you all joyous events in life. You give so much to others. Annette
Posted by: Annette Heath | Friday, August 03, 2012 at 05:07 PM
You will have a television reality show about life on the farm with husband, kids, dogs, and all the vines!
Posted by: Julie S. | Friday, August 03, 2012 at 05:08 PM
A publisher came forward raving about your marvelous work!
Posted by: Alyssa Ross Eppich | Friday, August 03, 2012 at 05:22 PM
Salut! I have been lurking on your blog forever, and I love it. Thank you for being a warm comforting spot in my day. ( and thank you for helping my begin my journey to learn French!)
So I would guess baby since I am surrounded by them but thats taken. I have to say I think you are expanding your wines to the wider American Market and each bottle will have a french word and definition.
For your dad : the weather here in north Texas is 112. We are in severe draught. And Jules your a bright star in my day too!
Posted by: Dina S in Wichita Falls, Texas | Friday, August 03, 2012 at 05:24 PM
I think Sandy is right! Your buying another vineyard and Jules is coming to live with/near you.
Do tell soon!Angela
Posted by: Angela Sargent | Friday, August 03, 2012 at 05:29 PM
Aahh...typing error..."you're" not "your"
Posted by: Angela Sargent | Friday, August 03, 2012 at 05:30 PM
Not sure, but welcome back to the famille Espinasse! Hope it was a wonderful and relaxing vacation.
Posted by: Julia - Falling Off Bicycles | Friday, August 03, 2012 at 05:39 PM
All of the great guesses have been taken :(
I'm glad you're home and safe.
The best guesses: I think that Jules is coming to live near you, Jean Marc has purchased more land & vines, AND you will be publishing a book of photos from the sud!
I have missed your posts. Please start back soon ----- I miss that touch of France.
It is cool on the OR coast!
Posted by: Faye Stampe, Gleneden Beach, OR | Friday, August 03, 2012 at 05:47 PM
My first thought was also "baby." It happens, and I have a brother who is five months older than my son to prove it. Anyway, don't drag the suspense on too long! Bonne chance, whatever it is!
Posted by: Mary G. | Friday, August 03, 2012 at 05:52 PM
You love to keep us in suspense. I am guessing that you are moving to Idaho to be with me and to write a book about flyfishing.
Posted by: Dad from Sun Valley, Idaho | Friday, August 03, 2012 at 06:01 PM
There will an ongoing TV series about your life in France from the time you first met Jean-Marc. Just imagine how fabulous that would be for you and the family.And even Braise and Smoky would have parts.
Can hardly wait to find out....
Janine Cortell
Port Twonsend, WA.
Posted by: Janine Cortell | Friday, August 03, 2012 at 06:05 PM
Anticipation is a delicious, toe-curling state. Can't wait to hear what the news is and shake my Espinasse pom-poms in gleeful support.
Posted by: Gwyn Ganjeau | Friday, August 03, 2012 at 06:05 PM
Not a baby....oh, boy!!
A book tour????
A new book???
Moving to a new place?
AHHHHH, your wonderful magical MOTHER is having a baby!!!!!!
Posted by: Suzanne Dunaway | Friday, August 03, 2012 at 06:26 PM
Baby, maybe?
Posted by: Kay Bean | Friday, August 03, 2012 at 06:27 PM
You and your family are going to tour the USA. Wine and Book tour. Hope you land in Chicago sometime, Corky
Posted by: corky | Friday, August 03, 2012 at 06:32 PM
All my guesses have been said by others. but i really like the one about Jules coming to live in France and you expanding your vineyard. And some movie deal or reality tv show about living in a French vineyard with two teenagers and two dogs plus all your "friends" from the blog. Tell us soon - you are a bright spot in my life and will miss you if you stop the blog.
Posted by: nancy v | Friday, August 03, 2012 at 06:43 PM
I guess it is a TV series on your life or your books.
We love you and your family !!!
Georgia Catasca
Posted by: Georgia Catasca | Friday, August 03, 2012 at 06:50 PM
Thought about what Jules said about having a dream come true and remembered a few years ago she said that she wanted to take a trip with Kristin and visit with the FWAD family; if this is true; can't wait to see you in Madison, Alabama!!!
Posted by: Devra Long | Friday, August 03, 2012 at 06:51 PM
Perhaps the magazine "France" published in Great Britain with a wide circulation will do a cover story on your family and your vineyard? I hope so.
Posted by: Jean Lillibridge | Friday, August 03, 2012 at 07:26 PM
Mama Jules moves to France!
Posted by: Robin | Friday, August 03, 2012 at 07:46 PM
Bonjour Kristin ! I also think that your mom is moving to Provence !
Or your wine is finally coming to Quebec ......
Posted by: Claudette Kunsay | Friday, August 03, 2012 at 08:04 PM
You and your family are moving to Hollywood where you will write and star in "Un petite maison sur le vignoble."
Posted by: J Brown | Friday, August 03, 2012 at 08:06 PM
A baby... or perhaps a new addition in the vineyard?
Posted by: Peggy | Friday, August 03, 2012 at 08:14 PM
Wait, Kristen, you are not pregnant again are you???! LOL Jimm Hughey, CA
Posted by: Jimm Hughey | Friday, August 03, 2012 at 08:16 PM
Hi dear Kristin,
So glad to have you and your wonderful blog back!
Any and all happy news that you have to share with us makes our day!
Love,
Natalia
XO
(PS All my guesses have been taken!)
Posted by: Natalia | Friday, August 03, 2012 at 08:17 PM
As much as I love babies, and love it when a secret turns out to be that someone is pregnant, the idea that you might have to wait a few years to tell us, from what you said on the July 13 post, I'm guessing that this time it's something else. So.... a few years. Perhaps that's the amount of time to get new grape vines going well enough for a new wine? I like the idea of your winery expanding, but it would seem odd to have to wait as long as a few years to let the cat out of the bag. So, I'm thinking.... reality tv! Perhaps they are going to have 8 strangers stay with you, and help out with the duties for the winery! Haha, I have no idea, but whatever it is, best of luck to you!
Posted by: Misty Fowler | Friday, August 03, 2012 at 08:37 PM
Jules is moving to France!
Posted by: Michelle Charette | Friday, August 03, 2012 at 09:06 PM
You're going back to the States to live .....and grow wine and write? I for one hope not, because then this blog will cease......or maybe take another form? The suspense is killing us all......
Posted by: Maureen | Friday, August 03, 2012 at 09:37 PM
The kids are almost grown, so no to the baby. Jules is happily esconsed in Mexico with her husband, so no to her moving to France. A major publisher, or a movie both plausible and would be great, but I think Pierre has some inside news and I go with increasing the size of the winery and being able to hire more help. Perhaps Jean-Marc and his brother are going together in the wine business. As I remember he bottles wine also. But the best news would be the cancer free.
Posted by: joie in carmel,ca | Friday, August 03, 2012 at 09:38 PM
Oh, reading a facinating novel that takes place around your area called "The Lantern".
Posted by: joie in carmel,ca | Friday, August 03, 2012 at 09:41 PM
Great to open my inbox this morning and see a post from you, Kristin. I hope your vacation was fun and restful!
My guesses are you are opening up a wine bar showcasing Rouge-Bleu wines and Jules will be the hostess! Or, you're opening a bed and breakfast, and all of your followers will rush to make a reservation!
Posted by: Vicki, San Francisco Bay area | Friday, August 03, 2012 at 10:00 PM
Are you guys having a baby???
Posted by: Nancy in Fort Worth, TX | Friday, August 03, 2012 at 10:27 PM
you will be introducing 2 new wines, a red, named Braise and white named Smokey
or
Your vineyard has been selected to supply the wines to be used in celebration of the next landing on the moon
or
A big and world famous beauty aids company has discovered an essence found only in grapes from your vineyard actually reduce wrinkles and You have signed a multi-million dollar to supply this grape essence for a new line of beauty aids. Oh, I forgot, it only works on dogs! Sorry
Posted by: Simon | Friday, August 03, 2012 at 10:37 PM
I agree with Joie!
Posted by: Teresa | Friday, August 03, 2012 at 11:30 PM
OMG! You've sold the vineyard and you're moving to Mexico !
Posted by: Sharon McCarthy | Friday, August 03, 2012 at 11:51 PM
My first guess was also a baby, but after Jule's remark, I don't think so. But expanding the vineyard and Jules and hubby moving there, are possibilities. But we all know how Jules feels about you being discovered, that it might have to do with a publisher or a mini series on TV.
Whatever it is, I know that we all can't wait to find out. The suspense is too much.
Welcome back from vacation and I hope that you all got a lot of R & R.
Posted by: Kathleen from Connecticut | Saturday, August 04, 2012 at 12:04 AM
Is Smokey going to be a father?
No--I don't know.
I just wonder how your life could possibly get any better!
I am dying to know, and wish the biggest of your dreams to come true.
Posted by: Martine NYC | Saturday, August 04, 2012 at 12:06 AM
So happy to see FWAD today....I've missed you! I hope your vacation was a nice relaxing one for the whole family.
Such suspense and so many possibilities....I think the surprise has something to do with: the vineyard and the wines....your writing and a publisher....and/or Jules!!! Bises, Cynthia
Posted by: Cynthia Lewis in Salisbury, Eastern Shore of Maryland | Saturday, August 04, 2012 at 12:15 AM
It must be that you have gotten to be such a good good knitter that you are going into yet another creative business.
Alanna
Posted by: Alanna Strong | Saturday, August 04, 2012 at 01:59 AM
I'm going with the baby guess. Are we all just being hopeful because we think you are a wonderful family and one more would be terrific? How would your kids feel about that? Dying of curiosity!
Good luck with whatever your surprise is.
Edie in Brunswick, Maine.
Posted by: Edie Kilgour | Saturday, August 04, 2012 at 02:57 AM
Whatever it is, Bonne Chance! Et Bonnes Aventures!
Posted by: Janie (Mercer Island, WA) | Saturday, August 04, 2012 at 03:11 AM
You are going to teach English at l'ecole!
How luckly they would be to have you.
I'm hoping for a wine tour avec Jean Marc and that New Jersey is one of your stops!
Posted by: Susan Goldey | Saturday, August 04, 2012 at 03:17 AM
After all the guesses I have read, I don't think there are any left. I have missed your posts so much and can't wait until you reveal your surprise.
xoxo
Posted by: Karen from Phoenix | Saturday, August 04, 2012 at 03:28 AM
I think it's an expansion of the wine business, either right in your area - or maybe a joint venture in Sicily. Of course it could be any one of the wonderful possibilities mentioned about your writing, a book deal, tour,a photo book, movie, who knows - you are both such capable, hard-working --and loving people, anything is possible. Can hardly wait until Friday to find out the good news! Whatever it is, big or small, I'm happy to hear your excitement!
Posted by: Judi Boeye Miller, Lake Balboa, CA | Saturday, August 04, 2012 at 04:56 AM
I was going with the "baby" idea....then Jules sort of shot that down ...could be that She and partner are going to live in France too... but more than likely a book deal or TV series????? It is making us all CRAZY !!
Put us out of our misery soon please.....
Posted by: Anne | Saturday, August 04, 2012 at 07:47 AM
I certainly hope you're not selling the vineyard and wine business and moving to the States where Jean Marc will teach wine making at UCLA. A trip to Provence with a wine tasting at your place is on my bucket list! I like Misty's reality TV idea. Maybe you'll be a stop on the Amazing Race!
Posted by: Jan in Monument, Colorado | Saturday, August 04, 2012 at 02:35 PM
I'M SURE YOU ARE ALL FAMILIAR WITH THE TERM =
WHISTLEBLOWER .....
JEAN-MARC JUST SENT ME a beautiful photo of KRISTI this morning - the photo was in my 'inbox' with a sweet message from Jean-Marc.
Too bad I don't know how to put a link up here in the comments box, if I did you all would be able to see a great piece of information about what KRISTI is keeping secret from all of you - her precious friends.
I will be so relieved when KRISTI finally lets you all in on her big secret...it has been so hard for me to keep quiet. I have so much to say about this topic.
I'll be back later - keep the comments coming - I am sure Kristi and Jean-Marc are enjoying these great ideas about their life and future.
Your comments this morning have set my spirit flying - you are all so clever. Kristi and I always say your comments are what make French-Word-A-Day so special. Did you realize that Kristi wrote her blog for years before she ever started placing photo's of herself into the stories...to my disagreement....I would have plastered her precious face all over the pages. Kristi has been taking her little steps, one by one over the past 10 years of learning to trust where she is in her life and the joy of sharing herself with all of you. I am so happy that all of you are sharing in Kristi's life - what more could a mother dream of for her daughter.
I LOVE YOU ALL - THANKS FOR STANDING BESIDE ME AS I WATCH KRISTI GROW.
XOXO
JULES
Posted by: JULES GREER - PUERTO VALLARTA, MEXICO | Saturday, August 04, 2012 at 04:06 PM
So many of the guesses are wonderful. If it is a movie..Jules, you will have to play yourself..because there is no one as great as you are! Oh, and the same goes for Kristin and Jean-Marc...
I am thrilled for all of the great things that happen to this family.
Posted by: vicki ford | Saturday, August 04, 2012 at 06:00 PM
I will stick to my guess from previously. I think you are buying a vineyard in Marseille. This is I'm sure a far fetched guess, but I remember you saying he would love one there. I hope you had a wonderful vaction, despite not being able to be soaking up the sun. I am looking forward to hearing about it.
Enjoy the rest of your weekend!
Posted by: Buffy | Saturday, August 04, 2012 at 07:01 PM
Is it a new puppy?
Posted by: Polly Steele | Saturday, August 04, 2012 at 07:18 PM
"THANKS FOR STANDING BESIDE ME AS I WATCH KRISTI GROW."
She is pregnant!
Posted by: Bruce in northwest Connecticut | Saturday, August 04, 2012 at 10:22 PM
OH BRUCE - YOU ARE SO FUNNY !!! I AM SO HAPPY YOU HAVE BEEN WITH US ALL OF THESE YEARS.
XOXO
JULES
Posted by: JULES GREER - PUERTO VALLARTA, MEXICO | Saturday, August 04, 2012 at 10:36 PM
Kristi's picture---Jean-Marc---h'mmmm= BABY..?????
Something like that which seems to make them ALL happy !!!
or are they opening a "bed & breakfast" on their property !!!
Posted by: Pat Nottingham | Sunday, August 05, 2012 at 02:11 AM
Your life is being turned into a reality show. Do they have those in France? Just please do not take up with hip-hop stars or basketball players a la Kardashians!
Posted by: Maxine Oesterling | Sunday, August 05, 2012 at 03:49 AM
After having read all the comments, I imagine that you have finally found a cabanon for Jules in the neighborhood.
Posted by: Jens form Copenhagen | Sunday, August 05, 2012 at 01:23 PM
I don't 'form' this city, I'm 'from' here!
Posted by: Jens from Copenhagen | Sunday, August 05, 2012 at 01:34 PM
Perhaps you have bought property in Arizona or another southwestern state and will begin another vinyard in America, traveling back and forth between the two countries. Jules will see you more often and your wine label will continue to impress here?
Polly from South Carolina
Posted by: Polly Adkins | Sunday, August 05, 2012 at 04:40 PM
OH THE SUSPENSE !!!
THANK GOD THE BIG SURPRISE IS WORTH THIS LONG WAIT.
KRISTI I WISH YOU WOULD CALL ME TODAY - I AM SO FULL OF EXCITEMENT AND ENERGY I THINK I AM GOING TO FLOAT AWAY UP INTO THE CLOUDS - SEND ME SOME PHOTO'S....
XOXO
MOM
Posted by: JULES GREER - PUERTO VALLARTA, MEXICO | Sunday, August 05, 2012 at 05:05 PM
hi kristi i did miss you soooo much glad you had a good holiday but glad you are back my first thought was baby!!!
annie shultz sydney australia
Posted by: annie shultz | Monday, August 06, 2012 at 02:59 AM