I woke up this morning to the sound of church bells ringing throughout my neighborhood. It’s All Saints Day and, even though I saw some scary people in the metro last night, this holy day is celebrated in France far more than All Souls Day or Halloween. Offices, shops, and…
I am ecstatic about the weather. Last year, it rained every day. Yesterday, it could not have been more beautiful. It was the perfect day for visiting the Rodin Museum. The museum in undergoing a two-year renovation and the number of works displayed is limited. But, there is a Camille Claudel…
It’s a different game, but everything else is the same and it’s so refreshing to see the continuation of French traditions. I cannot help but wonder whether these guys will be here on a Sunday afternoon forty years from now. I hope they will.
Celebrating its 40th year, the International Contemporary Art Fair takes place this weekend in Paris. With 184 galleries from 25 countries participating, it is one of the largest contemporary art fairs in the world. Touring the galleries and taking in all the sites was a great way to spend my first…
There is no better time to watch a French film than the day after you’ve booked a ticket to Paris. “Fauteuils d’Orchestra” is a truly delightful film about love, life, and following your dreams – no matter where they take you. Internationally, the film is known as “Orchestra Seats” or…
Today marks the 69th anniversary of D-Day and all along the coast of Normandy, from the little town of Sainte Mère Eglise to the American cemetery in Colleville-sur-Mer, the French are remembering the occasion with ceremonies, parades, and festivals in honor of the 160,000 American, British, and Canadian troops who…
I began my blog in 2008 as a fun and creative outlet to share musings about my time in Paris, the things I love, making the most of your travels, and how to bring everyday France into your everyday life—no matter where you live.
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