This week's get-to-know-Paris challenge is to memorize a French-language poem. We anglophones do not do as much memorizing as the French. Usually, I think that is a good thing. But a little memorization once in a while is also a good exercise for the brain - and...
Recently, Matt Falcus started the Paris Book Club, to help bridge the gap between writings on Paris and Parisian life today. Read more about his mission and some of his favorite Paris books below. And between his 5 New Paris Books for Christmas post and his...
Recently, I was interviewed by AngoInfo for their Expat of the Week series. Click here to read the post, including my answers to questions such as: What were the biggest challenges you faced when you moved? Any tips for beating home sickness? Would you share something...
This week's get-to-know-Paris challenge is to try a new cuisine. At the very least, try a cuisine you have not tried before in Paris. Greek salad! Little by little, Paris is getting more international. Take advantage of the new culinary opportunities! Here are some...
HAPPY THANKSGIVING, MY FRIENDS! And speaking of things to be grateful for... This September, after a very nerve-wracking meeting at the Préfecture (police headquarters), I was told that I would be granted a resident card – a visa to stay and work in France, renewable...
On Friday, Daisy of THATLou - Treasure Hunt at the Louvre featured my guest post on "Why Do I Blog?". Be sure to check out the other interviews and essays in her guest post series as well! Thanks, Daisy!
This week's get-to-know-Paris challenge is to try a new bar. New bars are opening all the time, so get out there and check one out next time to are tempted to just return to the usual spot. For ideas, take a look at my "Just the Bars" list. Or how about a wine bar...
This week's get-to-know-Paris challenge is to keep a journal of your Paris experiences. The Louvre Whether you are visiting for one weekend or you live in Paris, it is always interesting to put pen to paper (literally or virtually). Your impressions become more vivid...
I have a new toy. If you read my recent post for My French Life reviewing Time Traveler Tours new “Beware Madame la Guillotine” iPhone app, you know that I recently got my first iphone! Finally… I have to admit that I haven’t really started using it for the phone or...
I am in the home stretch of apartment renovations on my new Paris apartment. Last weekend, I had hoped to move in, but due to delays in the completion of the renovations, I found myself with a free weekend in Paris and not much desire to sit in my temporary studio...
