It’s been awhile since I’ve sat down and poured my thoughts onto the keyboard. With Canadian Expat Dad now on his way back to Congo, I find myself sitting here in France, sipping my morning coffee, and suddenly frantically trying…
The French Cheese-Man At My Door
Over Christmas holidays one of my besties in France bought me a hilarious Christmas gift. She coined it her “home made hangover kit” and it consisted of hangover tea, electrolyte tablets for re-hydrating, “poo pourri” bathroom spay(which I later learned…
Getting Fresh in France
They say never forget where you came from- don’t change who you are. I know that I grew up on the icy, cold, Canadian Shield; but I can’t help it…I’ve changed. I’m currently living in West Africa, four degrees from…
A Unique New Year’s Eve in France
I’m at a place in my life where I’m okay with not having a wild party on New Year’s Eve (…although I do still believe a big night out every now and then is good for the soul). But even…
15 Things I’ve Learned From Living in France
You spell Champagne with a capital C. If it’s not from Champagne, it’s sparkling wine. After dinner, cheese comes before dessert. It’s easier to walk on cobblestone in a wedge than it is in heels. Cheese, bread and cured meats…
When Le Tour De France Comes to Town…
Canadians are crazy for hockey. I can’t say that I’m a devoted hockey enthusiast, but when it’s Game 7 of the Stanley Cup finals, I’m a hockey fanatic. Things are pretty similar here in France, but with a different sport. …
Raising Kids in Europe: It Really Does Take a Village
Raising my kids in France means that I’m not exposed to many parenting styles from back home. I know what my extended family does with their kids, and I remember what it was like when I was growing up; but…
Moving: The Tough Part of Being an Expat
Expats often get a reputation for having a pretty cushy gig. And for the most part, I can’t disagree. My life has had a lot of ‘ups’ over the past several years. But it didn’t get that way without a…
Champs-Elysées…Does It Live Up To The Hype?
If you’ve heard of Paris, you’ve heard of the Champs-Elysées. It’s a world famous street that comes with visions of all things wonderful. When people visit Paris, they visit the Champs-Elysées. The more time I spend in Paris the more…
Date Night in Paris! Le Lobby, The Peninsula Hotel
My husband and I live in France, where our two children were born. Both of our extended families live on another continent. This makes it very difficult for weekend getaways with just the two of us. In fact, it makes…