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La Chandeleur : The celebration of Candles
Crêpes are eaten every day in France but February 2nd is their day to shine. It is the holiday known as La Chandeleur, the Candlemas. Where crêpes are eaten in celebration of winter ending, the presentation of Jesus, and the…
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How to Exchange Your US Driver’s License for a French One
Recap of my experience submitting my application to exchange my Ohio driver's license. This is was a much-debated subject in our tiny household and decided this is something I should go ahead and do. France's driving schools are notoriously expensive…
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Setting up your FranceConnect Account
Using the FranceConnect account to easily access and maneuver through official French Administration online websites. Using one account for access to other services.
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How to Renew Your VLS-TS in France: The Complete Guide
A step-by-step guide on how I renewed my VLS-TS (VPF) my first time. It wasn't very clear at first and I did not receive any sort of reminder communication that my permit was due to expire. I had read that…
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Your OFII Civics Training: What to Expect Over Four Days
Part of the terms of my VLS-TS were taking 4 days of civics classes that introduced me to life in France. Themes covered in these four days are understand the principales and values of France, discovering the functions of French…
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Applying for Sécurité Sociale as the spouse of a French National
Applying to be a part of the nation health care system in France for the first time. I applied as the spouse to a French national and was able to apply before the 3 month time-frame.
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My favorite classic Christmas melodies
Some Christmas tunes I'd like to share with you in this holiday season. Maybe you'll find a new favorite Christmas song or rediscover an old tune! Merry Christmas!
