Learning a new language is no joke. There's always something new to learn and your comprehension and speaking abilities may not advance at the same speed. When you're in France and need to converse face-to-face with French people, all your classroom learning gets very real. For all the times you ... Read More about How to use context when speaking French
French grocery store adventures that will turn you into a vegetarian
I've always loved grocery shopping and my outings to French grocery stores delight me even 5 years in. There's always something new to be discovered and the French brands and products never get old. Sometimes they freak me out. I respect the fact that people have their own eating habits and ... Read More about French grocery store adventures that will turn you into a vegetarian
A sunny birthday weekend in Brittany (PHOTOS)
Is there a place you enjoy visiting that keeps pulling you back? The region of Brittany is that place for me and never gets old no matter how many times we visit. The rugged landscapes, quaint towns, overall chill vibe and seaside air is paradise for me -- especially in the winter. Tom, Dagny, my ... Read More about A sunny birthday weekend in Brittany (PHOTOS)
Emily Durand of Your Private Provence: Pink Lady girl
I love getting to know other foreigners in France better and hearing their stories. I have the pleasure of introducing Emily Durand of Your Private Provence to you today. Until she wrote this post for my readers below, I had no idea that Provence was such a major player in France's apple scene or ... Read More about Emily Durand of Your Private Provence: Pink Lady girl
5 Endearing French habits you can’t help but love
Let's talk about French habits I love! This might come as a surprise to those who know me well, but the version of Diane who now lives in France does a lot more observing than actual talking. I like to watch those around me, see how they act and speak and then do my best to adapt to the French ... Read More about 5 Endearing French habits you can’t help but love
French work culture: Doing business in France
Hello and happy New Year! Sometimes certain aspects of French culture will leave foreigners scratching their heads. La Poste, anyone? French work culture falls into that category and is something I've barely touched on the blog. To give you some insight into what it's like working with the ... Read More about French work culture: Doing business in France
Francophile tote bags now in the Oui In France shop (2 new designs!)
Bonsoir! This is a special weekend for 2 reasons: 1) It's my birthday tomorrow and 2) I'm now offering tote bags in the Oui In France shop! As you know, I launched the Oui In France shop in November with 3 custom Francophile t-shirts and now I'm adding 100% organic cotton tote bags to the mix. I ... Read More about Francophile tote bags now in the Oui In France shop (2 new designs!)
A fine example of customer service in France… NOT!
The French post office is a necessary part of life if you ever want to mail anything. Sometimes it's fun. Usually it's pretty pain free. A long line, sticker shock, and employees who don't know the policies are nothing to bat an eye at. I smile. I meditate with my eyes open. I am patient. But I have ... Read More about A fine example of customer service in France… NOT!
Observations 1 month after launching the Oui In France shop
Last month, I launched a little side project: The Oui In France shop! You can check out that announcement post here in case you missed it. Now just over one month in, I've had time to sit back, reflect and analyze how things went and where I want to go from here. What did I learn and what surprised ... Read More about Observations 1 month after launching the Oui In France shop
Most popular posts of 2016 (and a few faves)
As 2016 comes to a close, I'd like to take you on a walk down memory lane. Maybe you missed these posts the first time around or you liked them so much you'd like to read them again. Here's a big roundup of my most popular posts from 2016 along with a few of my personal favorites. GO! ... Read More about Most popular posts of 2016 (and a few faves)
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