We took our very first hot air balloon ride above the town of Chinon and I’d recommend it to anyone. Be sure to scroll to the end of the post for a fun video I made of our ride. Let me tell you all about our hot air balloon experience in the Loire Valley!
Interview with my cousin: Q&A with a flight attendant
Check out my Q & A with a flight attendant — my cousin David. He’s talking about pay, his scariest moments on the job and what people get wrong about being a flight attendant. Hope you enjoy this flight attendant interview!
The power of a compliment
Let’s talk about the power of a compliment. Taking five seconds out of your day to let someone know their work, clothing, whatever is great can make a world of difference to them. So why are we too caught up in our own lives to say a few magic words to other human beings that are most definitely worthy of our time?
6 Reasons why I DON’T miss living in the USA
I’ve been in France for 4.5 years now and there are definitely a few reasons why I don’t miss living in the USA. Let’s take a look at a few of them.
Our anniversary weekend in Clisson
The small town of Clisson in the Loire-Atlantique is one that comes to mind for me, and Tom, Dagny and I booked a hotel last Saturday night as home base while we explored the town.
The France I love
This is the France I love.
Monday Mishmash 8/8/16
Bon lundi, mes amis. Thanks for joining me for another installment of Monday Mishmash.
On civility
Why does the internet bring out the worst in people?
Things that make me ridiculously happy: Part 2
I love lists and today I’m back with part 2 of things that make me happy. Share a few of your own with me!
River Cruising Part 3: Rouen & Honfleur
Here’s part 3 of our Normandy river cruise with CroisiEurope. We made our way to Rouen and then finished up in photogenic Honfleur.
Things I’m good at
Hello there! I know I keep saying I don’t post on Fridays, but I just can’t help myself. So here…
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River Cruising Part 2: Paris & Versailles
We cruised from Paris to Honfleur aboard the CroisiEurope ship the Seine Princess. First stop on our Paris river cruise was Paris and Versailles, of course.
France river cruise Paris to Normandy with CroisiEurope
Tom and I recently spent a long weekend on a France river cruise going from Paris to Normandy aboard CroisiEurope’s MS Seine Princess. There’s something special about a Normandy France river cruise.
What changes after you’ve been the newbie yourself
Now, after being the newbie myself as a foreigner in France, I’ve majorly changed how I act toward other newcomers I encounter in daily life. And going to a Pure Barre class in Florida last month made that clear to me.
L’Esprit Francais gift box for all you Paris lovers out there!
The other day, a special package arrived from L’Esprit Francais, a new gift box concept. If you’re a Paris lover, then listen up because this post is for you!
Reverse culture shock moments I had on my vacation back home in the USA
I guess you could say I’m pretty used to my life in small-town French these days, so a change-up to my routine in bustling Southern Florida was sure to mix things up. Here are some of the culture surprises I experienced while there.
Monday Mishmash 6/13/16: Hazmat situation, jet lag and more
We’re baaaaaaack! Tom and I are back from the US and had a great trip full of sun, shopping, family and more.
Let’s get to this edition of Monday Mishmash!
Ways to repurpose French glass yogurt jars
If you just can’t bear recycling your French glass yogurt jars and want to flex your DIY muscles, then this is the post for you.
Need a French/English language speaking partner? Let’s help each other out
When learning a new language, it can be difficult to find language partners with whom to practice — especially if you don’t live in a country where that language is spoken. So if you need a language speaking partner in English/French, read on.
Things I’m most looking forward to on our vacation in the USA
Over Memorial Day weekend, Tom and I will be traveling to the USA to visit friends and family! We haven’t been there in over a year and a half! What am I looking forward to the most on our vacation in the USA?
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