A First-Timer’s Guide to Paris


Europe, France, Travel

I’ve written a lot of posts about traveling to France, especially Paris. Having been there more than a handful of times, Paris continues to be a city that I love dearly. These days I feel more comfortable than ever there, traversing the neighborhoods I love, practicing my French language skills, and really immersing myself like […]

October 17, 2023

Mon Journal Français: Day 1


Europe, France, Provence, Travel

I couldn’t wait to get here. To this moment. As I write this, I’m listening to the winds blow outside our cottage in Provence. The sun is blazing across a vibrant blue sky, yet the day feels warm not hot. It’s very comfortable and pretty much the perfect day, rather nap-inducing I would say. And […]

August 6, 2023

Champagne Tour to Épernay, France


Food and Wine, France, Travel

I’ve always felt that even the smallest things become celebrations when you throw champagne into the mix. A beautiful glass of bubbly is almost an instant mood booster. So it’s no surprise that I couldn’t wait to go on a champagne tour in France! We’ve been on wine tours throughout France before (as well as […]

August 25, 2021

Old Favorites


Lifestyle

It’s officially spring break here and possibly my favorite time of year. The trees are starting to come back slowly and the weather is warming up. Business is slow this week which has allowed me some time to catch up on the many house projects, hobbies, and books that otherwise are piled all around. I […]

March 16, 2016