Brian and I have been wanting to bike around France for a while and we finally decided to give it a try, starting with the Bordeaux area. We envisioned biking along country paths, through vineyards, stopping for a stroll and some wine at a chateau every now and then. There are a ton of areas […]
France
The Real Deal About Lille
Brian and I spent two days in Lille. We were here on a scouting mission, to see if it was a place we’d like to spend a month in next summer. We decided it is not the city for us. Here’s why: 1. A little stinky (not the cheese kind) We tromped around Lille basically […]
Is Strasbourg, France Worth Visiting?
Strasbourg is an interesting city because while it is part of France, it sits right on the border with Germany and the two cultures are very interconnected here. Strasbourg is the capital of the Alsace region which has passed back and forth several times between the two countries. So if you are short on time […]
Moving to France
This fall Brian and I are planning a trip to France to scope out places to live. When I lived in Montpellier about a decade ago, I promised that one day I would move back. Luckily, Brian was on board with the plan. Over the years we’ve visited some potential cities. In first place is […]
Kiss Me Once, Kiss Me Twice, Kiss Me Deadly
Quick, name that singer!! You know you’ve reached a certain age if you read the title and immediately started singing it. This post isn’t about that song, however. It’s a throwback from my time living and teaching in France and is actually about kissing. Kiss Me Once, Kiss Me Twice, Kiss Me Deadly Originally Posted February 22, 2009 […]