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Not your ordinary candle ...

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  Who hasn't been tempted by scented candles for sale in virtually every shop on Earth? I am a bit of a candle addict. A few years back, I was very fortunate to stay with friends in France and we visited a lovely handcrafted candle shop. I bought a selection of candles and only use them when I get some "me time" at home. Today I chose Myrtille - blueberry. The scent has filled the house so nicely and it isn't at all overwhelming or false smelling. Sounds odd? False smelling? Until you have been wrapped up in the beautiful aroma of one of these candles, you haven't smelt a natural smelling candle.  Les Bougies de Charroux is the brand. Their pretty shop in Charroux is the one we visited. If you get an opportunity to visit one of their eleven shops in France, or two shops in Belgium, do it. Even if you just sniff by the door! No, seriously, make sure you treat yourself to one of their exquisite candles. From then on, you will then be hooked! First two photos are min