When I first came to France, I’d hear people cheerily greet each other with “coucou” and I didn’t think it…
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Avoid these American social norms in France that don’t translate
If you grow up in one area of the world, you become very accustomed to how to behave socially there….
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Big questions Americans ask me after learning I’m an expat living in France
When I was back in Florida last month, I fielded some interesting questions from my fellow Americans. I’ve written before…
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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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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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But you live in Paris: The Myth of the City of Light
Bonjour, tout le monde! Every couple of years, I put out a call for guest posts from Oui In France…
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Vegetarian or vegan in France: What it’s taught me about French culture
Bonjour, tout le monde! I have a guest post for you today coming from Catherine, an English woman I’ve known…
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Moving to another country and having doubts? You’re normal!
Moving abroad to France was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. Although moving to another country is rewarding…
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Moving to France? 9 Things NOT to pack for Paris
Woohoo, you’re moving to France! Now it’s time to pack and your head is spinning… so much to bring… suitcases…
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Adventures in French plumbing
Over the years, I’ve read blog posts from people living in Parisian apartments recounting their trials and tribulations of French…
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What do French people eat for breakfast? A typical French breakfast will surprise you!
Breakfast is the most important meal of the day! It’s been drilled into our heads ever since we were kids,…
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Culture shock? Going to the doctor in France vs. the USA
Going to the doctor in France is a rite of passage we all go through. You go from being a…
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Living in France pros and cons that matter most after a decade
I’m a big fan of making pros and cons lists. When I’m grappling with a decision, I’ve been known to…
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7 Fun facts about Christmas in France vs the US!
It’s the most wonderful time of the year, as the song goes, and while this year hasn’t been the easiest…
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16 American concepts that don’t exist in France
Depending on where you live, what you’re used to and how observant you are, a trip to France might seem…
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Christmas care package ideas for friends who live abroad
Need some suggestions for what to send in a care package to a friend abroad? Here are my tips.
What the France lockdown is like this time around
France has been under a second nationwide lockdown since October 30 and there are some differences this time around. How’s…
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Living abroad stories: Sharing the pandemic’s silver lining
Doom and gloom has been the name of the game since March, so in an attempt to flip the script,…
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You are in control (my backstory)
Have you ever been at a job or stuck in the same routine and wondered what else was out there?…
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Foreigners in France reveal the easiest and hardest parts of life abroad
I wanted to hear from other foreigners in France about what they’ve found to be the easiest and hardest parts…
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