The information shared below is up to date as of March 16, 2022. Life around the world has been far…
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What currency does France use? MUST-KNOW money tips for Paris!
Are you almost ready for your vacation and curious about what currency is used in France? Or what denominations French…
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5 Minimalist jewelry brands you need to know about!
As a kid growing up, I’d tag along with my grandma and Aunt Mary to jewelry stores and estate sales….
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Monday Mishmash: January 24, 2022
Bonjour, tout le monde! It’s been a lonnnggg time since I’ve done one of these! Before I had a newsletter,…
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What I love & hate about making YouTube videos
Like many YouTubers, I started my channel back in the day, 2015 to be exact, without much of a plan…
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Setting goals for 2022? My #1 tip
This time of year, New Year’s resolutions are on everyone’s mind. If you’re reflecting on 2021 and you plan on…
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A look back at 2021
Man oh man, 2021… did you kick my butt! This time of year, I like to look back and recap…
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Christmas in France: Visiting a French Christmas market
On Monday, I went to the marché de Noël near me in Angers. French Christmas markets are a great way…
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7 Fun things to do in Paris at night
Of all the cities in the world, the only place that matches the beauty of Paris at night is New…
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Why I’m turning my mom’s ashes into a diamond
My mom passed away almost two months ago and it still doesn’t feel real. I’ve learned that grief is excruciatingly…
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Best ski resorts in France to visit this winter
Growing up, the nearest ski resorts were in the Poconos. On family trips and for my high school’s ski club,…
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It’s been 1 week since my mom died
Pandemic aside, this past year has been the most difficult of my entire life. This summer, I spent a month…
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Amazing French products in USA grocery stores
When I first moved to France, it was SO difficult to find American products. Aside from specialty websites that import…
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Cookie dough Paris: Edible cookie dough in France?
The edible cookie dough trend is making waves in the US but what about France? Not exactly. Cookie dough in France is for baking… but here’s where to turn if you want to get your fix.
Are you a highly sensitive person too? (HSP test!)
For as long as I can remember, I’ve felt things deeply, both good and bad. I’m affected by what others…
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Life lately: The good, bad & the ugly
Bonjour, tout le monde! How is everyone? How’s your summer going? I’m now back in France after having been in…
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Mouthwatering French pastry recommendations
Today’s post is from my friend Molly Wilkinson, an American pastry chef who just came out with an amazing French…
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Why you should wear compression socks on long flights
The first time I wore compression socks was two years ago on a long-haul flight. If you had asked me…
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11 Things I do more often in the USA than in France
Are you a different version of yourself when you’re home versus when you’re abroad? If so, in what ways? What…
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What’s it like traveling from France to the USA right now?
Greetings from sunny Florida! On Saturday morning, Tom dropped me off at Nantes Airport and three flights later, I landed…
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