Published inCurated NewslettersThings I Miss About the U.S. As an American Living in ParisExploring the Heart of Paris: An Expat’s Tale of Fashion, Enthusiasm, and Cultural DichotomiesJan 1961Jan 1961
Published inILLUMINATIONHow French People Stay In Shape Without Working OutIt’s always been a mystery to me why the French are so fit. I’m afraid to count calories in France because there are so many buttery…Sep 2, 202391Sep 2, 202391
Published inILLUMINATIONDating French Men: The Good, The Bad, And The Surprises!I left the U.S. to study in a city filled with other dreamers and artists like myself; Paris! I was full of hope and idolized French…Aug 4, 20231Aug 4, 20231
Published inILLUMINATIONHabits That Are Normal In The U.S. That Are Rude In FranceMost of us are trying our best to be polite and courteous to others. Despite this, being polite can sometimes be tricky when traveling…Jul 18, 202312Jul 18, 202312
Published inILLUMINATIONHabits That Are Normal In France That Are Rude in The U.S.When I decided to move to France, I knew I would most likely experience culture shocks and have to readjust to my new life. Though aware of…Jul 17, 202313Jul 17, 202313
Published inILLUMINATIONThings My French Husband Loves About The U.S.When my French husband first arrived in the U.S. to visit my family, he didn’t expect to experience so many culture shocks. He thought…Jul 14, 20234Jul 14, 20234
Published inILLUMINATIONAmerican Things My French Husband Doesn’t UnderstandMy French husband and I have lived in France for several years. We plan one or two trips back to enjoy American life every year. Each time…Jul 11, 202317Jul 11, 202317
Published inILLUMINATIONHow This 3-Minute Japanese Exercise Got Me in ShapeI’ve always been interested in how different countries manage their health and have different fitness routines than what I’m used to seeing…Jul 7, 20236Jul 7, 20236
Published inILLUMINATIONWhy Americans Are Moving To FranceI’ve lived in France for a few years and have decided to stay as long as possible. Since I’ve been living like a real Parisian, I’ve…Jul 5, 20236Jul 5, 20236
Published inThe Expat Chronicles3 Things You Should Know Before Your Trip To ParisI’ve been living a Parisian life as an American for a few years now. I hope all visitors who discover this artistic city will have…Jul 5, 20235Jul 5, 20235