Weekends during the fall are my favorite. The air is just crisp enough to walk around without freezing, the smell of fireplaces is in the air, daily soup lunches become the norm and it means that Christmas is on its way. We didn't do too much this weekend except walk all over the place. It's ... Read More about A leisurely fall weekend
barre3 online reviews and what I do for fitness in France
My workouts have evolved over time, but there has been one constant -- I like to be challenged. Back in college, I loved weight training and spinning. After college, I really enjoyed group fitness classes at Equinox in NYC and pushing myself to my max physically and mentally. If I wasn't dripping ... Read More about barre3 online reviews and what I do for fitness in France
New House WTF #2: French shutters for windows?
If you've spent any time in France, you've probably noticed the window coverings that resemble what we call shutters in North America. Except these fancy French shutters for windows aren't just decorative touches that the French add to their homes to make them look nice. They're called volets and ... Read More about New House WTF #2: French shutters for windows?
When a dog walks toward an oncoming bus…
The other day, Dagny and I were out for one of our many walks around the neighborhood and came across a little unleashed dog in the middle of the road who seemed to be alone. As we crossed a busy street to get closer to this dog on a nearby side street, I realized he was walking briskly right into ... Read More about When a dog walks toward an oncoming bus…
We found pumpkins! (and a potimarron)
France just doesn't do fall like the U.S. and that's both good and bad. Good because I eat a lot less Halloween candy, don't spend money on pumpkin-flavored everything and also good because I get to discover French fall treats instead. On the other hand, it's bad because it's pretty difficult to ... Read More about We found pumpkins! (and a potimarron)
Pic of the month October: Dagny love
Anyone who has a pet knows all about that special bond that humans and animals share. Last month was Dagny's second birthday and when she was relaxing on our bed, I whipped out my camera and got the following shot. And added a quote that is 100% true... Read on for October's pic of the month! ... Read More about Pic of the month October: Dagny love
5 Happiness quotes to start your week off right
Sometimes you need some inspiration to kick your week off right. The past couple of weekends, I've done a lot of baking and am pretty proud of my creations (being I haven't baked more than box brownies in two years due to lack of a kitchen!) and baking makes me happy. So in honor of fall and ... Read More about 5 Happiness quotes to start your week off right
Why moving abroad will disappoint you
...if you're not careful, that is. That's right, I'll say it again -- moving abroad will absolutely disappoint you if you're not prepared. Some of us moved abroad for a job, for school, for love, to be with family, to experience a new culture or some combo of the above. But if you look at your new ... Read More about Why moving abroad will disappoint you
Fall does not mean pumpkin-flavored everything in France
The deluge of pumpkin-flavored everything is NOT alive and well in France. For some of you, that's probably a good thing, but for me, a pumpkin lover, I have to say France's autumnal spirit is majorly lacking when it comes to pumpkins. In the U.S. this time of year, it's nearly impossible to escape ... Read More about Fall does not mean pumpkin-flavored everything in France
Dating a French guy tips you should know BEFORE you kiss
Tom is the only French guy I've ever dated, so I had it easy when it came to the whole French dating game. He's really easy going, spoke a good level of English when we met and was familiar with American culture from TV and movies (and what did I know about French dating culture at the time? Not ... Read More about Dating a French guy tips you should know BEFORE you kiss
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