Category Archives: French Life

My Family Tree (& tips for yours)

11 Apr ’10

I remember this photo of my father’s mother’s family from my childhood tucked away in my father’s boxes of old photos. I always loved it even though I never met one single person in it. And, aside from my grandmother… Continue reading →

Discussion 12 Comments Category Everyday Hygge, French Life

Hat’s off On!

27 Nov ’09

Today’s agenda consisted of running errands around town on foot in blustery, cold, misty weather. Having worked this morning I was pressed for time in getting things done and didn’t want to take the time to wash and fuss with… Continue reading →

Discussion 2 Comments Category Danish Life, Fashion, French Life

Macarons

20 Apr ’09

I hate to admit it but in all my trips to Paris I have never had a macaron. I didn’t even think to have one. There was never a craving or desire to look at all the pretty little cookies… Continue reading →

Discussion 2 Comments Category French Life, Pleasures of Food

le 14 juillet (or Bastille Day)

14 Jul ’08

Clotilde has a great little explanation of le 14 juillet so I would direct you there to find out more. My experience with this day is very similar to hers – no food celebrations but fireworks, fun, and a lot… Continue reading →

Discussion 3 Comments Category French Life

Paris

1 Feb ’08

I’ll be heading to Paris shortly, a city I have mixed feelings about. I understand the greatness, the beauty, the history but I’m not exactly all that fond of it (although one of my favourite hotels ever, The Four Seasons… Continue reading →

Discussion 9 Comments Category French Life, Off She Goes