On vacation in Brittany last year, the neighbor's roosters would cock-a-doodle-do at the crack of dawn, and one morning around 5 a.m., I learned that French animal sounds are not the same in English (makes sense since French is a different language and all). When I yelled out the window, "STOP ... Read More about Listen to these French animal sounds that are NOT the same in English (AUDIO)
A few pieces of home in my new home in France
I've gotten strange looks from people when I say I'm bringing seemingly ordinary things back to France from the U.S when I'm there on vacation -- things that surely exist in France yet aren't quite the same to me. Things like cake pans and towels and certain brands of makeup or clothes or shoes. ... Read More about A few pieces of home in my new home in France
French/English sayings lost in translation {iDBUS infographic}
Learning a new language is a gradual process, and for me, just when I think I'm doing great, I'll say something that gets lost in translation. Sometimes it's weird and other times it's hilarious, but it always reminds me that I still have a LOT to learn. English sayings are one area where a direct ... Read More about French/English sayings lost in translation {iDBUS infographic}
Just be happy: Why only the now matters
The reason people find it so hard to be happy is that they always see the past better than it was, the present worse than it is, and the future less resolved than it will be. -Marcel Pagnol My friend Melissa shared the above quote on Facebook and it really resonated with me. All too often do we ... Read More about Just be happy: Why only the now matters
Things that should be free in France but aren’t
Living in France is never dull, and when I first arrived, prices of goods and services surprised me. I always notice what I'm paying and most of the time it's a lot! With the exchange rate of 1 euro = US$1.35 right now, even cheaper things still seem expensive to me. And what about things that I'm ... Read More about Things that should be free in France but aren’t
New House WTF #1: Exposed wires and naked bulbs
Our house was built in 1951, so of course it's only normal for it to have character and charm. Like in today's exhibit we'll call New House WTF #1... Read on and see pic! ... Read More about New House WTF #1: Exposed wires and naked bulbs
Buying a house in France & what you might not know
If you've been following my blog, you know that we just bought a house and moved. Well, 95 percent moved. Luckily we're in the same town so the things that remain at the apartment won't be a big deal to get over here. But actually unpacking the boxes? Well, that IS a big deal. They're taking up ... Read More about Buying a house in France & what you might not know
Where to print Instagram photos: Printstagram + {Giveaway}
Giveaway is now closed. Congrats to winner Lauren S.! Thanks to everyone who entered! Back in the day, Instagram was just for iPhone users but now it's become so mainstream that even your grandma (she's hip, right?) probably knows what the app is all about. Once I started blogging, I took a major ... Read More about Where to print Instagram photos: Printstagram + {Giveaway}
Pics of the month September: Florida Keys pics
We just got back from our Florida trip and a highlight was our mid-week jaunt to the Florida Keys where the food is fantastic (seafood lover here!), the sunsets are magical, the water is sparkling and the drinks are free flowing. It's a nice, relaxed pace down in the Keys and we soaked up the ... Read More about Pics of the month September: Florida Keys pics
Ask Tom Tuesdays: On American & French social differences
There's something about French guys... and you just want to hear what they have to say! I'm often asked what my husband thinks about American culture, food, the people and more. Curious minds want to know what French guys think about all kinds of things, so today, my husband, Tom, is bringing you ... Read More about Ask Tom Tuesdays: On American & French social differences
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