Hi there, I wanted to do a quick post today with an idea I had for an expat holiday care package exchange. It's no secret I love getting mail, especially care packages, so if you're an expat and want to send (and receive) a box of goodies this holiday season to someone living in a different country, ... Read More about Expat holiday care package exchange — you in?
Expat care packages are the best (and a holiday exchange?)
Happy Halloween! It's a low-key day in these parts. Halloween isn't a big deal here but still hoping to get a few trick-or-treaters so my Snickers bars won't go to waste. Anyway, let's talk expat care packages. You know, those awesome boxes of goodies from home that loving family and friends send ... Read More about Expat care packages are the best (and a holiday exchange?)
How living abroad changes you
On my recent trip back home, I was visiting a friend when she called my name to get my attention. It went in one ear and out the other -- I didn't even react. "Diane?" she repeated. And only upon hearing it for a second time did I jump to action and reply. No, I wasn't lost in my thoughts or out of ... Read More about How living abroad changes you
Finding a pumpkin in France (and carving success!)
It's Monday, glorious Monday which means the weekend is over. Boooo!!! But the good news is that we found pumpkins to carve! Finding jack-o'-lantern-style pumpkins to carve in France often proves difficult. There are all types of gourd-like pumpkins and squash varieties, but good ol' orange pumpkins ... Read More about Finding a pumpkin in France (and carving success!)
7 Things that surprised me on our Uniworld France river cruise
If you've been following the blog, you know that Tom and I went on a Bordeaux river cruise aboard the Uniworld River Royale back in May and had a spectacular time discovering all that the Bordeaux area had to offer. Put simply, the boat was like a luxurious boutique hotel on the water complete with ... Read More about 7 Things that surprised me on our Uniworld France river cruise
Things French people say (VIDEO)
Howdy... a quick post coming at you today! After you've spent some time in France, you'll notice two things: 1) A bunch of words/phrases are so commonplace that you hear them EVERYWHERE and 2) That you've actually incorporated these overused words and expressions into your speech just like the ... Read More about Things French people say (VIDEO)
France subscription box: La Box Made In Provence review
Getting mail as an adult (when it's not bills) is a lot of fun, so to put the fun back in the mailbox, I'm testing out a few of France's top subscription boxes. Next up? La Box Made in Provence where a hand-selected collection of artisan products arrives at your doorstep directly from everyone's ... Read More about France subscription box: La Box Made In Provence review
What surprised me about our trip to the USA?
We’re on our way back to France after spending two weeks in the NY/NJ/PA area visiting family, friends and reacquainting ourselves with the place I used to call home. There were plenty of frozen yogurt runs, Dunkin' Donuts coffees and good food and fun all around. Highlights for Tom? Probably going ... Read More about What surprised me about our trip to the USA?
Dining etiquette in France: How to wow your French dining companion
Fancy food abounds in France but even if you're not out somewhere posh, here's how to impress your French dining partner. Read on for my dining etiquette in France tips. ... Read More about Dining etiquette in France: How to wow your French dining companion
7 Things I’ll never understand about the French
I've been in France nearly three years now and have made great* strides in understanding the French people, the language and culture and the general day to day. But despite this, there are a few things I don't think I'll ever understand about the French despite my best intentions. So here they ... Read More about 7 Things I’ll never understand about the French
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