What has shaped your identity and made you into the person you are? Maybe things like where you grew up, your career path, your role in your community, and the people in your inner circle. Identity is complicated. Living abroad complicates it further, but it's not all bad. ... Read More about When living abroad forces you to reinvent yourself
Monday Mishmash 4/23/18
...and it's Monday already. How does that happen? In any case, I hope it's shaping up to be a good one for you. If you're new to Monday Mishmash, it's a conversational roundup-style post with no real purpose other than to chitchat. I update you on happenings around here, share some fun links and let ... Read More about Monday Mishmash 4/23/18
Having an accent is not a defect
I've always been fascinated by accents. In college, I had a thing for British accents after visiting England the summer before my freshman year. A hint of something different in your speech is interesting, and in the case of a foreign accent, it means you speak another language. Maybe the one thing ... Read More about Having an accent is not a defect
Tips for visiting a winery in France
France is known for its wine, so if you find yourself at a winery sipping up a bit of culture, you'll want to read on. To make the most of your visit, keep my tips for visiting a winery in France in mind. ... Read More about Tips for visiting a winery in France
Why you should consider housesitting in France to live like a local
Have you ever wanted to travel abroad and live like a local, but financially it just wasn't possible? Or maybe you have the time and flexibility to travel but just haven't found the right accommodations or opportunity yet. Well, that's where housesitting in France comes in. In exchange for looking ... Read More about Why you should consider housesitting in France to live like a local
9 Quotes about adventure and living abroad
No matter where we live or what we do, life needs a little bit of adventure. No one likes mundane routines day after day. But what does adventure mean to you? Maybe it includes living abroad, traveling, taking risks, or just trying new things in general. If you feel like you're lacking inspiration ... Read More about 9 Quotes about adventure and living abroad
Monday Mishmash 4/2/18
Salut, tout le monde! How is everyone? If you've been reading Oui in France for a while, this type of post might look familiar. Monday Mishmash was a conversational roundup-style post I used to do with no real purpose other than to chitchat. I'd update you on happenings around here, share ... Read More about Monday Mishmash 4/2/18
7 Fitness truths that have taken me this long to realize
Back in the day as a college freshman, I discovered fitness. Soon after, I realized that working out made me feel incredible. I knew I liked working out and wanted to be like all the New Yorkers around me who I looked up to. But when you're 18 years old, you have no idea who you are yet. Was ... Read More about 7 Fitness truths that have taken me this long to realize
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