Madame Bertho worked for a Marquis and Marquise in rural France around thirty years ago. The couple lived a lavish lifestyle, they never desired children. The couple owned a stunning french 'petit chateau' amidst a very beautiful forest. The property was called 'Le Bouchet'. Today I believe it is a beautiful Bed and Breakfast.
The Marquis passed away and Madame Bertho along with her colleague named Lucie, became very close to the Marquise until she also passed away. Their relationship was very dear to the Marquise and near her death she donated much of her possessions to Lucie and Madame Bertho.
With no children, the inheritance became of interest to other members of the remaining family. The will however, caused a great dispute amongst the family. Much of the Chateau's interiors was to be given to Lucie and Madam Bertho. As I understand it, in France, a certain percentage of family wealth has to be passed on to next of kin. A minimal percentage can be donated to non-family members.
In what became a gruelling battle between family members as well as Lucie and Madam Bertho, Madam Bertho left the battle with many many artefacts, cupboard fillers and nick knacks. There came a point in the argument where the family took control of the Property, locking Lucie and Madam Bertho out unable to claim their belongings. The battle would have been to costly to continue.
One of the many goods she was given were linen bedsheets. All the household linen was embroidered with the seal of 'Le Bouchet'. After all these many years, the linen sheets have become old, worn-through and often cut-up to make dusters and dishcloths. However the embroidered part was very dear to Madam Bertho, and she decided it would be nice to have it sitting upon her bed.
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Marie V
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