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20 Things nobody tells you about the emotional reality of living your dream abroad

living abroad

Yay, félicitations, you did it! Your visa came through, your boxes were shipped, your friends threw you a goodbye party and you headed to the airport to start a new life abroad. You're in France now and living the dream! People back home think you're living your best life, and in many ways, you are. ... Read More about 20 Things nobody tells you about the emotional reality of living your dream abroad

The question Americans ask when they can’t quite fathom why you left the U.S. for France

living abroad· on life in France

The last time I visited family back in Florida, my dad and I ran into two neighbors while out walking around 6am before the heat became prohibitive. I didn't expect any hard-hitting conversations at that hour, so when we stopped to chitchat with the two ladies and exchanged the usual pleasantries -- ... Read More about The question Americans ask when they can’t quite fathom why you left the U.S. for France

15 Moments every foreigner in France has experienced atleast once

French language· living abroad· on life in France

Foreigners in France have this special type of bond even if we don't know each other. It's subtle but you know the kind of stuff I'm talking about. Sometimes it's eye contact across a prefecture waiting room, or a knowing smile that says, "I've been there too," or a shared wince when someone asks ... Read More about 15 Moments every foreigner in France has experienced atleast once

23 Signs you’re obsessed with France and there’s no turning back

France· on life in France· travel

Do you remember your first trip to France? I sure do and it definitely wasn't love at first sight, but I'm sure there was something during that trip that planted the first seed of obsession for you. Maybe it was when you had a bite of something delicious, or saw a beautiful piece of artwork, or had ... Read More about 23 Signs you’re obsessed with France and there’s no turning back

Watch out before you advocate for yourself at the doctor in France

France· living abroad· on life in France

This is one of those topics that might make you uncomfortable, especially if you're an American and living in France, because maybe you've experienced exactly what I'm going to talk about. But we need to talk about it because it's a MAJOR cultural difference. Here it is: Do NOT advocate for yourself ... Read More about Watch out before you advocate for yourself at the doctor in France