It's been an absolute delight seeing the Chateau in Anche being lovingly restored by its current owners. They have a both an Instagram and Facebook, where they regularly post pictures of their work. The Chateau was in the de Pierres family for over a hundred years (1811-1932) and Jane and Etienne lived there in the... Continue Reading →
According to heraldry records, the de Pierres crest and motto are as follows Pour Soustenir Loyaute - To Uphold Loyalty Ours Lance Pierres - Bears Throw Stones From the de Pierres family tree From inside Les Bretignolles Les Bretignolles
I should warn you not to expect this collection of notes to be linear. I am writing as information comes to light, or as I feel so inclined. Today, I'd like to talk about Les Bretignolles, which was owned by Etienne and Jane de Pierres in the mid to late 1800's. They are both buried... Continue Reading →
The Colonel and Mrs Thorn 
I noticed that too..nicknames add even more color to the picture
Oh, yes I found the photo amd put it on the poat about the Thorn granchildren! From Jane's letters it…
I shared her portrait and her father James with you…James is the black framed portrait vs the giant gold framed…
Dear Jacqueline, I feel the same as you. It has brought so much to life. Jane is clearly very fond…
How wonderful to hear the voices of the family..the daily life, the visits the boredom…first hand accounts from woman are…