We all make assumptions about all kinds of things every single day. I guess it's part of being human. Me personally? I assume the stores will be closed at lunch and won't reopen on time. And that my annoying neighbor will block my garage when he parks his car at lunch. And that the mail will come ... Read More about Biggest misconceptions about expats & expat life
French efficiency at its finest (no, really!)
Last Sunday night was just like any other night and I went to bed at my granny hour, around 10:30 pm, just to be woken up at some point during the night. Around 3 a.m., I woke up (probably because of my relentless eye issue) and as I rolled over, I was startled by a sharp pain in my knee that came ... Read More about French efficiency at its finest (no, really!)
8 Things I’m really bad at
What's on deck today? A fun post about me inspired by Ashley's post over at A Lady Goes West (check her out if you like healthy living blogs and a glimpse into California living!). Want some insight into the person behind the blog? Well, today you're getting it. I have no problem admitting ... Read More about 8 Things I’m really bad at
5 Stores I can’t get enough of… just in time for the holidays
Online shopping (or browsing, if we're being honest) is a bit of an obsession of mine, so today I'm sharing five online stores I love, just in time for the holidays. If you're like me and would rather shop from the comfort of your home instead of heading out to the crowded malls, pull up a chair and ... Read More about 5 Stores I can’t get enough of… just in time for the holidays
Very normal French things that would never fly in the USA
At first glance, French and American cultures don't seem that different. But the longer you live in France and the more time you spend with the French, you'll notice all the differences between the two ways of life. Sometimes they're funny, interesting, cool or straight up baffling and weird. Let's ... Read More about Very normal French things that would never fly in the USA
Monday Mishmash 11/16/15
Before starting this post, I sat here staring at a blank screen for a good five minutes unsure of what to write about the Paris attacks. It's November 16 -- three days after terrorists wreaked havoc on the French capital and took the lives of at least 129 people leaving hundreds more injured. It's ... Read More about Monday Mishmash 11/16/15
Rituel Studio Paris review: My Xtend Barre class
While in Paris for a few days last week, I was on the hunt for a fitness class and decided on Rituel Studio's Xtend Barre class. It would be my first bar class in France (and first time trying the Xtend Barre method) and I was looking forward to it after an afternoon of travel. If you've been ... Read More about Rituel Studio Paris review: My Xtend Barre class
French things I don’t do
Let's talk about French habits! Being married to a French guy and all, you'd think that some of his Frenchness would rub off on me. Maybe some of it has but let's be real. I lived most of my life in the USA, so there are plenty of French things I just don't understand or do -- probably a good ... Read More about French things I don’t do
Having a dog in France vs. the USA
Every week, a lovely woman named Rosie over at Eco Gites of Lenault in Normandy hosts a pet-focused linkup called Animal Tales and for months I haven't been able to participate due to my lack of pet posts. Today I'm changing that... I'm obsessed with dogs. I fully admit that! Having a dog is ... Read More about Having a dog in France vs. the USA
5 Reasons why you may NOT want to visit Corsica
Corsica was one of the best vacations of my life and I still can't get it out of my head over a month later! If you have the chance to go, by all means GO! I feel that any type of traveler would enjoy the island. But..... here are 5 reasons why you may NOT want to visit Corsica. GO! ... Read More about 5 Reasons why you may NOT want to visit Corsica
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