If you’re new around here, you should know that I’m married to a pretty cool French dude named Tom. He…
Read More
Are you on the right path?
Someone I cared about recently passed away. It’s made me question everything and if I’m on the right path in life. Something you hear me say often is that life is short and it’s been proven to me over and over in so many different ways. Are you on the right path and how do you know? Here’s what I’ve learned.
The problem with fantasy worlds
A quote at the end of an article I read from a lifestyle brand that’s been a raging success, got me thinking. The article itself was super interesting and positive, and for some reason, the quote at the end left me feeling weird. And I didn’t know why. So to figure it out, I did what I often do when I feel that way. I walked the dog. Here’s the problem with fantasy worlds.
5 Ethical clothing brands in France you need to know about
Where do you shop for eco-friendly clothing? There’s no shortage of companies doing good in the world so let me share a few ethical clothing brands in France that are fashion forward and worth a look.
What is the difference between tu and vous in French?
Making mistakes in a foreign language can be embarrassing but we all have our fair share of flubs. For example,…
Read More
When living abroad forces you to reinvent yourself
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.
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 I used to do with no real purpose other than to chitchat. I’d update you on happenings around here, share some fun links and let you know about anything else going on.
Having an accent is not a defect
But then there’s the whole other side of foreign accents. When people say critical things to someone who speaks with a foreign accent. Sometimes they do this without realizing it, but most of the time, people are fully aware that what they’re saying is rude. Even downright mean and derogatory things, as if having an accent is a defect. There’s no shame in having an accent.
5 Insider tips for making the most out of your French winery visit
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.
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.
- « Previous Page
- 1
- …
- 34
- 35
- 36
- 37
- 38
- …
- 98
- Next Page »
