Learning a new language can be a humbling process. And time consuming and frustrating but also rewarding and fun. Depending on your goals and how much time you have to learn a language, it may take a while before you get to a point where you feel comfortable conversing with others. But no matter ... Read More about The secret to language learning success
No, the grass is not always greener
Have you ever scrolled through your social media feeds, flipped through the pages of a magazine or read a blog post that has made you think, "Wow, do they have it good. I wish I was there doing that!" If you're human, the answer is an overwhelming yes because we're bombarded with perfectly curated ... Read More about No, the grass is not always greener
7 Observations after 2 weeks of home improvement projects
I'm coming at you from my freshly painted living room today! If you've been following the blog, you know my dad was here for the past couple of weeks to help us tackle some home improvement projects we'd been putting off until the time was right. After two weeks of mayhem, I have 7 observations that ... Read More about 7 Observations after 2 weeks of home improvement projects
Monday Mishmash 5/4/15
Howdy! Ever since my dad left, it's been a rainy, rainy mess around here. Hoping that will clear up soon for Dagny's sake. So to kick off the week, a new Monday Mishmash is coming at you... GO! ... Read More about Monday Mishmash 5/4/15
Morning drinking in Saumur
When I lived in NYC, visitors were always surprised to learn I hadn't been to the Statue of Liberty since I was a kid and had never done the Empire State building tour even though all the tourist attractions were right under my nose. I guess when you live somewhere, you get stuck in your routine and ... Read More about Morning drinking in Saumur
Expat vs immigrant in France and why the distinction matters
There's a lot of chatter about expat life all over the internet. Resources like blogs and forums all provide invaluable advice on moving abroad and what life is like when you leave your home behind. Lately I've been thinking about the terms expat and immigrant. Am I an expat or immigrant? Does the ... Read More about Expat vs immigrant in France and why the distinction matters
When’s the best time to join a gym? (and tips to get a killer deal)
Right after graduating college, I worked in sales at an upscale fitness club in New York City and know all about the best time to join a gym. The facility was breathtaking with all the latest and greatest equipment and trendy group fitness classes, amenities in the locker room, and beautifully ... Read More about When’s the best time to join a gym? (and tips to get a killer deal)
A stroll through Parc Oriental de Maulévrier
Since my dad is here visiting, we decided to take advantage of the beautiful afternoon on Sunday and head over Parc Oriental de Maulévrier. It's 71 acres and belonged to the adjacent Colbert Castle that you can see from the park's grounds. Colorful and beautifully maintained, the park is worth the 7 ... Read More about A stroll through Parc Oriental de Maulévrier
Adventures in French customer service & a winery visit
The words "good" and "customer service in France" rarely go together in the same sentence unless you're saying, "It's impossible to find good customer service in France." I'm not joking. This can be frustrating for Americans who live in a land where the customer is always right. In the US, if you ... Read More about Adventures in French customer service & a winery visit
Best souvenirs from France that your friends will appreciate
If you're one of those generous travelers, you delight in picking out something special for that friend who couldn't make it on the trip with you this time around. You flick through the dime-a-dozen t-shirts in the airport, you walk past the snow globes and key chains and opt out of the kitschy ... Read More about Best souvenirs from France that your friends will appreciate
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