As an outsider looking in, Tom is sharing some things he finds strange about the American presidential election process.
11 Things I’d never seen or done until I moved to France: Part 2
Moving to suburban France introduced me to things I’d never seen with my own eyes. Some strange, some just different and some completely and mind-blowingly awesome. Cheers to new experiences! Here are 11 things I’d never done until I moved to France.
Quick French lesson: Get your wallet ready if you “invite” someone out to eat
If you invite someone out to eat in France, this little word “inviter” has some built-in rules that may catch you by surprise. On the surface, it means to invite. But there’s some French cultural knowledge you need to know if you’re going to invite anyone out in French. It has to do with who is footing the bill so read on!
How to pronounce French wines so you sound like an expert (AUDIO)
If you’re visiting France or dining out at a fancy restaurant and want to get the name of the wine right, this post is for you So you can impress your friends, we’re cluing you in on how to pronounce French wines, with audio. There’s no need to embarrass yourself by botching the French wine pronunciation.
All About France #19 (link up)
Today I have a special post for you! A link up, to be more specific. Phoebe of Lou Messugo has given me the reins for the August All About France link up and I’m hosting for her while she’s on vacation.
What changes after you’ve been the newbie yourself
Now, after being the newbie myself as a foreigner in France, I’ve majorly changed how I act toward other newcomers I encounter in daily life. And going to a Pure Barre class in Florida last month made that clear to me.
Ask Tom Tuesdays: Sports fans in the USA vs. France
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
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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.
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