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The Castle Of The Little Swan Lake, Part 2

01 Tuesday Jan 2019

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It starts with a dream. Add faith, and it becomes a belief.  Add action, and it becomes a part of life.  Add perseverance, and it becomes a goal in sight.  Add patience and time, and it ends with a dream come true. ~ Doe Zantamata 

For those that want to refresh their memory or those that have not read the previous installment, you can find it here.

In June of 2010, a raven-haired young woman from the United States of America traveled to France and presented documents to the government with claims of being the rightful heir to the château.  With the help of several trusted solicitors, and fluent in the French language she eloquently presented her case to the Council of Ministers.   Upon completion of a stringent verification process, that took several years to complete, the château, and surrounding lands were deeded back to the family in perpetuity. While the original family name is shrouded in mystery,  there are whispers that the young woman is a descendant of the French aristocracy.  Mind you, these are but whispers.

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Upon securing the family inheritance, the young woman immediately set about restoring the long-neglected château, gardens, and surrounding land.  Word soon spread throughout the countryside, and the area residents overcome with curiosity stopped by to welcome the new occupant and see for themselves the stunning transformation taking place.  So impressed by her determination to restore the stately château, and return it and the grounds to their former glory, the locals have become highly protective of the lady’s efforts, helping where needed, and taking it upon themselves to watch over their “Lady” and Petit Lac Des Cygne.

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Present day

Restoration is nearing completion on the château and gardens.  The “Lion de Montagne,” as she is affectionately known by the locals, has graciously opened her home and surrounding grounds to the public.

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Postscript

There is a script limit of 75 and avatar complexity of 200,000 along with being a No FLY ZONE. You will be notified on landing if you are not in compliance.

Upon landing, you will receive a folder with notecards inside.  Read them.  I repeat, read them.  They are a wealth of information and will help to make your visit a pleasant one.

Child avatars are welcome here so be modest in your dress. NO NUDITY.

Here is your private taxi.

I hope you find Petit Lac Des Cygne to be a destination you return to again and again. Be kind to one another.  TWMA♥

 

The Chateau Of The Little Swan Lake

21 Saturday Apr 2018

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It will cost you nothing to dream.  And everything not to.  Find your wings.

 

Located in the south region of France, formerly known as the Aquitaine region now known as Nouvelle-Aquitaine, in a remote area between Pau and Oloron-Sainte-Marie, at the foot of the Pyrenees mountain range, stands Le Chateau du petit lac des Cygnes. The Chateau is located not more than 100 kilometers from the Atlantic Ocean and roughly 50 kilometers from Spain as the crow flies.  The winters are wet, mild, with occasional snowfalls.  The summers are warm, mild, and much drier.

History of the chateau dates back as early as the late 1600’s, with the chateau as it now stands completed around 1705.  The family, with ties to the royal court, preferred a quiet life in the countryside rather than the strict regimen at Versailles. It was during the French Revolution that the much-loved family, protected by the village inhabitants, journeyed over the Pyrenees into Spain, then gained passage to the young United States of America, thereby escaping the blade of the guillotine.  The family blossomed in the new country and their life in France was but a memory passed down through generations that followed.  Centuries passed, the Chateau grew quiet, eventually fell into disrepair, and soon was all but forgotten.

Until now…

About 3 weeks ago I moved Le Lac Des Cygnes from a homestead to a full region.  While I am nowhere ready to reopen I thought to give somewhat of a teaser.  The storyline is a work in progress and the above paragraphs are the fruits of my labors, or better yet of many, many, many edits.  More to follow…soonish.

Be kind to one another.  TWMA♥