Tom’s back and since it’s the Euro 2016, he’s talking about sports fans in the USA and France.
7 Things the French are more relaxed about than Americans
When you think of Americans and the French, who seems more relaxed overall? For me, it’s a tossup and here are 7 things the French are more relaxed about than Americans.
Customer service in France vs. the USA
What’s customer service in France like? The customer is almost always wrong. It’s often frustrating to get even minor issues resolved and French companies seem to have a different definition of “service” than American companies.
On that American enthusiasm
A recent YouTube video I watched the other day on Americans and exaggeration got me thinking… are Americans overly enthusiastic? Is that a bad thing? Is it something that makes us endearing?
Quirks you notice about your French husband
My French husband has a few quirks but are they because he’s French or are they just part of his personality? What kind of French husband quirks am I talking about?
17 Things I can do in France that I can’t in the USA
Everyone says that the USA is the land of opportunity… but not for everything! Here’s a list of things I can do in France that I can’t in the USA.
Things to know about the magical French dessert aisle
Ever browse the French dessert aisle? It’s my favorite section of the grocery store and here’s why!
The amazing France yogurt culture (plus my faves!)
Even though I’ve been here 4 years now, France yogurt culture is still all new and exciting and you have to try ’em all to find your favorite, right?
Schooled on my bisous technique
For the past 4 years or so, I thought I was doing a pretty OK job when it came to cheek kisses, but after a routine bise last night with someone at the gym, I was politely told my technique was off. Ouch.
The French don’t do lunch boxes
I’m on the hunt for a lunch box in France after realizing they don’t really exist here.
From the archives: Some oldies but goodies
Hi guys! One thing I learned from my reader survey is that almost 50 percent of respondents have only been…
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Those lovely WTF (Welcome to France) moments
Ever had a WTF moment? That’s Welcome To France. I am sharing one of mine and I’d love to hear yours!
French cheek kisses: La bise explained
These pesky French cheek kisses are the norm but as an outsider, sometimes you’ll just be confused… and rightfully so. They ARE confusing. Here’s a video explaining it all.
Why people will look at you strangely if you use Vaseline in France
Yup, this post is going where you think it’s going. This is why people will look at you strangely if you use Vaseline in France regularly… and how I found out that my lip treatment is usually used for something else entirely.
How to order coffee in France
Café culture is a huge part of French life, especially in big cities. Everywhere you look, there’s another café calling…
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French efficiency at its finest (no, really!)
Last Sunday night was just like any other night and I went to bed at my granny hour, around 10:30 pm,…
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Very normal French things that would never fly in the USA
At first glance, French and American cultures don’t seem that different. But the longer you live in France and the…
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French things I don’t do
Let’s talk about French habits! Being married to a French guy and all, you’d think that some of his Frenchness…
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Having a dog in France vs. the USA
Every week, a lovely woman named Rosie over at Eco Gites of Lenault in Normandy hosts a pet-focused linkup called…
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Putain meaning in English: Is this French curse word THAT bad?
What does putain mean in French? We’ll talk about if cursing in French is OK in professional settings and in French culture. When speaking French, putain is a word you need to know even if you don’t curse. Here’s what putain means in French and why it’s a big deal. Do you curse in French or your native language?
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