Thinking of doing TAPIF? Many of us share our first foray into life in France by way of TAPIF. The Teaching Assistant Program in France allows native English speakers to come and teach English in French schools. Both legal and paid, the teaching assistant program can be a fantastic way to get ... Read More about TAPIF reviews: Pros and cons of the Teaching Assistant Program in France
9 Living abroad quotes if you love adventure
No matter where we live or what we do, life needs a little bit of adventure. No one likes mundane routines day after day. But what does adventure mean to you? Maybe it includes living abroad, traveling, taking risks, or just trying new things in general. If you feel like you're lacking inspiration ... Read More about 9 Living abroad quotes if you love adventure
Monday Mishmash 4/2/18
Salut, tout le monde! How is everyone? If you've been reading Oui in France for a while, this type of post might look familiar. Monday Mishmash was 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 ... Read More about Monday Mishmash 4/2/18
7 Fitness truths that have taken me this long to realize
Back in the day as a college freshman, I discovered fitness. Soon after, I realized that working out made me feel incredible. I knew I liked working out and wanted to be like all the New Yorkers around me who I looked up to. But when you're 18 years old, you have no idea who you are yet. Was ... Read More about 7 Fitness truths that have taken me this long to realize
5 Basic French words and phrases you need to say often (AUDIO)
Social norms in France can catch foreigners by surprise if they don't know what little words to use where. Here are the top five basic French words and phrases you need to learn to fit in when you're interacting with the French. Tom has recorded the audio for us so you can hear the polite words in ... Read More about 5 Basic French words and phrases you need to say often (AUDIO)
Ask Tom Tuesdays: Oh la la meaning in French
Hello! Tom's here today with his latest installment of his series on my blog called Ask Tom Tuesdays. We're taking a closer look at ooh la la in French. Do the French actually say this phrase that's made its way into English? Tom has the answers and the ooh la la meaning. GO! ... Read More about Ask Tom Tuesdays: Oh la la meaning in French
French crutches vs. American crutches
This is one of those "learn from my mistakes" posts. Looking back, I completely understand why I made the assumption I'm going to tell you about, but I can't help but laugh now. You see, for my first two years living in France, I had this impression that an enormous amount of people in my area ... Read More about French crutches vs. American crutches
Why does France allow us to slow down and appreciate life more?
One of my readers left a comment on an old post that got me thinking. Back last June, Julie wrote, "What is it about France that allows us to slow down and really appreciate the smaller things in life? I find I get excited about things that I wouldn’t even give a second thought to at home ... Read More about Why does France allow us to slow down and appreciate life more?
How to reduce stress and anxiety when you’re feeling overwhelmed
No one can escape stress, but we can learn to handle it better. Here are some tips on on how to reduce stress and anxiety that work for me when I'm feeling overwhelmed. Sometimes the littlest things make the biggest difference and when we do them regularly, our whole mood shifts for the better. ... Read More about How to reduce stress and anxiety when you’re feeling overwhelmed
Expedia cancelled my hotel reservation: Here’s what they could have done better
A company is nothing without effective customer service that actually works to serve the customer. Outdated technology, representatives that have no authority, long hold times and poor conflict resolution are the downfall of many good companies and Expedia.com proved that to me recently after ... Read More about Expedia cancelled my hotel reservation: Here’s what they could have done better
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