Howdy, mes amis. Let’s get into some Monday fun. I was encouraged by Ashley, one of my favorite healthy living…
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7 Historic places in the South of France you must visit
The South of France has long had a reputation as a holiday destination for the glamorous and beautiful, but it’s…
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French travel tips: 3 Important things tourists often forget
In the 7 years I’ve lived in France, I’ve seen my fair share of bad tourist behavior. Here are the…
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7 Assumptions people have made about me and others who live abroad
Everyone makes assumptions and most of the time they’re harmless even if they are majorly off base. But you know what they say when you assume… Here are some things people have assumed about me over the years after moving abroad and I’m setting the record straight.
Recycled shoes: Rothy’s flats reviews, are they worth it?
I’ve made more of an effort in recent years to invest in eco-friendly, sustainable products wherever possible. When I started…
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Is living abroad freeing?
A couple of months ago on Twitter, among all of the memes, political arguments and other randomness, I came across…
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Thoughts and what I’ve learned after my YouTube video went viral
Over the past week, my behind-the-scenes bakery video from November has taken off on YouTube, and at the time of…
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Why New Year’s resolutions aren’t BS
This time of year, we all have the best of intentions. Everyone and their mother is reflecting on last year,…
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5 Ways living in France has helped me to embrace a sustainable lifestyle
In recent years, I’ve made a shift to try to live a more sustainable life. I haven’t done anything extraordinary…
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3 Considerations before booking a European cruise (plus the one I’ve been eyeing)
Have you ever met anyone who insisted they weren’t a cruise person, that cruises weren’t for them and then after…
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On getting up again
Have you ever had one of those days that just crushes you? You’re stressed, overwhelmed, and about to lose it…
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5 Quick picks: Podcasts that hooked me from the first episode
Any other podcast lovers out there? Considering how long podcasts have been around, I’m late to the game. I started…
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5 Quick picks: Books worth a look
Are you an avid reader or have books taken a backseat to other interests? What’s your favorite genre? If you’re…
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5 Quick picks: Blogs putting out thoughtful content
Blogging has become my favorite hobby and it’s something I’m incredibly passionate about. When I’m not writing on my own…
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Top posts & a look back at 2018
Each year I share the posts that were the most popular with readers as well as some of my favorites….
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5 Things to NOT do when starting a workout routine
We all have things we’re super passionate about. For me, three things I get really excited about are fitness, dogs,…
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I went behind the scenes at a French bakery (VIDEO)
The only time I ever get up willingly before 4 a.m. is for an early morning flight, but on Friday,…
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The living abroad experience is not one size fits all
There’s this theme I’ve seen among my own readers and elsewhere in this niche. It’s that life abroad is a…
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My favorite French eating habit
You don’t have to go to France to know that the French take mealtime seriously. From seeking out quality ingredients…
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Let’s talk about electric tea kettles
Then I moved to France and was introduced to la bouilloire and oh, how I love it. Is the electric tea kettle the best kitchen invention ever? I’d argue oui. Let’s talk about electric tea kettles in France and all the electric kettle uses.