For those of us who have studied a foreign language, one of the most difficult questions to answer is, "How long does it take to learn French?" The person innocently asking means no harm, but this is a complicated question to answer. Let's talk about why. ... Read More about How long does it take to learn French?
5 Fun stories you might have missed
Hello! Happy Friday! Looking for some good French culture stories? If you're new here, you might have missed these stories that have made their home way back in my blog's archives. So pour yourself a beverage and cozy up.... ... Read More about 5 Fun stories you might have missed
When living abroad turns you into a model foreigner
I've been living in France now for over 5 years, and little by little, it's been changing me. Looking back, I've noticed some distinct areas where living abroad has molded me into a model foreigner. You know, the type of person who plays by the rules and does her best to fit in and do as the locals ... Read More about When living abroad turns you into a model foreigner
A new look!
Oh, la vache am I excited today! Welcome to a new and improved Oui In France! If you're reading this on your phone or tablet, I invite you to pick this post back up when you're on a computer so you can see what's new! ... Read More about A new look!
Quick French lesson: Les aoûtiens
Every now and then, the French language tickles me when I come across a fun-to-pronounce word or a word that's just delightful to my ear. The other day, Tom and I were watching a news program when "les aoûtiens" flashed across the screen. Not knowing what the word meant but having an idea from the ... Read More about Quick French lesson: Les aoûtiens
Why I read your blog and keep coming back
How many blogs do you read on a regular basis? 5? 100 or more? Do a handful of bloggers rise to the top of your favorites list? Do you have blogs you always read first? As we go through life, we may gravitate more toward one type of blog. Maybe fitness blogs if we're focused on getting in ... Read More about Why I read your blog and keep coming back
Expat depression: Dark side of life in France (and where to turn for help)
A few months ago in an expat group I follow on Facebook, an American woman living in France bravely posted about her struggles with depression and anxiety ever since moving here. She was looking for support and probably thought a few people would do their best to help, but to everyone's ... Read More about Expat depression: Dark side of life in France (and where to turn for help)
Zaggora Breakfast Smoothie Vanilla protein powder review
I've been on the hunt for a vanilla protein powder to mix with fruit for a quick breakfast smoothie but have come up short time and time again. Either the powder I buy isn't palatable or it's just not something I'd ever buy again. Half of the brands I've tried have wound up in the trash over the ... Read More about Zaggora Breakfast Smoothie Vanilla protein powder review
Les marques du moment
Did someone say online shopping/browsing? I'm in. ;-) A ton of bloggers do regular shopping roundups called "Things I'm loving lately" or something similar, and since I'm always on the lookout for new and interesting products, I figured I'd write one of my own. Here's my "brands of the moment" ... Read More about Les marques du moment
Exploring the Charente-Maritime Part 3: Marais Poitevin, mussels, and the Hermione
Hello and bienvenue to Part 3 of our long weekend in the Charente-Maritime! I know I say this every time I visit a new place, but the Charente-Maritime has become one of my top areas of France and I can't wait to go back. I'm most at home when I'm near water and there's plenty of that in this nearby ... Read More about Exploring the Charente-Maritime Part 3: Marais Poitevin, mussels, and the Hermione
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