Hi all, hope your Monday is off to a good start. Can't believe it's Aug. 18th already. Wow. Anyway, just wanted to share a few pics of Nantes with you, a post I liked and to let you know an all-new Ask Tom Tuesdays is coming tomorrow... Read on! ... Read More about A day in Nantes, a post I liked and all-new Ask Tom Tuesdays tomorrow
5 France-themed Etsy shops you need to bookmark
I'm a proud Etsy seller and customer and love buying note cards, stuff for Dagny, jewelry and all kinds of other items. Etsy is an awesome site for any kind of gift giving (or treating yourself), so if you're looking for France-themed Etsy shops to remind you of your trip or to inspire you to take ... Read More about 5 France-themed Etsy shops you need to bookmark
Differences between French and American gyms
Ever since college, I've been a fan of going to the gym. I look forward to my break each day when I can run to the gym to lift some weights or take a class and sweat it out. So when I joined my gym here in my small French town, I was excited to pay my 46 euros/month and see what French gyms were all ... Read More about Differences between French and American gyms
It’s summer and my backyard is blooming
It’s like a ghost town around here and as we head into August, my town will empty out even more. We don’t pass as many dogs on the street during the day and attendance was most certainly down at my classes at the gym. The French love taking off for 2 or 3 weeks over the summer and that’s awesome. ... Read More about It’s summer and my backyard is blooming
Fabletics review: Fitness apparel membership launches in France
I’m a sucker for stylish workout clothes. I have no problem admitting that and believe that looking the part at the gym is half the battle. You won’t catch me working out in an old t-shirt and worn out pants from 2005. And if we're being honest, my closet back in the U.S. probably had more gym ... Read More about Fabletics review: Fitness apparel membership launches in France
Things the French would never pay for (especially #2)
At first glance, the French and Americans seem similar enough. People of both nationalities eat, sleep, work, vacation, drink, smoke. Normal human things. But how do we spend money? Differently. Here are 5 things the French would never spend their hard-earned cash on. GO! ... Read More about Things the French would never pay for (especially #2)
Do people in Paris speak English? Why a little effort with French goes a long way
While standing in line at a Paris Ladurée over the weekend, I observed one tourist after another launch right into English when addressing the employees of the famed macaron shop. I’d hear a variation of, "Hi, I’d like a box of six macarons" over and over until I questioned if I had suddenly been ... Read More about Do people in Paris speak English? Why a little effort with French goes a long way
Paris is always a good idea
Oh man, has Monday rolled around again? Looks like it! Well, first, let me wish you a happy Bastille Day! We've been in Paris all weekend staying at the brother-in-law's apartment since he's on vacation but are heading back home today. So whatever you're up to today, first enjoy yourself. And then ... Read More about Paris is always a good idea
France river cruise: Discovering sweet wines in lovely Cadillac and Sauternes
Our France river cruise aboard the Uniworld River Royale continues! Sweet dessert wines have a distinctly sweet taste and are not for every palate. You either love them or you don't -- there's no in between. Our group was off to discover the region's sweet wines on Day 6 of our Bordeaux France ... Read More about France river cruise: Discovering sweet wines in lovely Cadillac and Sauternes
What’s the point of scented toilet paper?
Have you ever been strolling through a store when you come across a product that just leaves you confused? This happens more than I'd like to admit. Case in point today? A wide array of scented toilet paper options in the grocery store. At first, I though, "Oh, that's cool. Peach-scented toilet ... Read More about What’s the point of scented toilet paper?
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