Personal Stories
Real-life experiences and reflections from my journey living in France—challenges, triumphs, cultural surprises, and everyday moments as an American expat.
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Miscarriage in France
Miscarriage is not an easy topic to discuss. This is a subject that touches 1 in 8 women will experience a miscarriage. Here is my experience with a miscarriage in France.
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Thriving in a tiny Parisian apartment
Tiny Paris Apartment living : how I live in a 230 sq. ft. studio apartment peacefully without pulling my hair out or tripping over each other. Also, all my favorite home goods stores and the deets on where to find…
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Apartment hunting differences : Columbus VS Paris
Apartment hunting differences between Paris and my "hometown" of Columbus. Looking at some of the requirements in the two processes. Discovering the nuaisances of the process between the two cultures.
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What to order on a Parisian terrace this summer // 2021 edition
Looking for something new to drink on the patio when they open? Wanting to blend in like a Parisian? I've compiled a list of drinks that are a classic to order on any patio (in France) and also included recipes…
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One Year Anniversary // My Year in Review
Happy one year anniversary being in France ! What a year ! Who knew a pandemic would hit and life would not be as I expected. Reflections on my first year in Paris as a freshly married woman.
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Things the French do Better than Americans
This article is part of the linky for the blog, Expat in France. A bi-monthly roundup of various expats that share their stories from all corners of France. This is my take on 5 things where I feel the French…
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Winter Holidays in France 2020
The Christmas season seems to be extra electric this year. Not that we're living in a pandemic, but it seems like a little bit of normalcy. This is my first my Christmas in France as a resident and a married…
