Like most places, when you’re a “stranger” in a new city (as they call foreigners here in Paris), there’s always adjustments to be made. The continual joke for living here in Paris is that perhaps I’m too smiley for this town and that I somehow need to perfect my “resting bitch face!” Well, today it […]
Read moreDam(n), I love Amsterdam!
Although I’ve been before, I was ready to explore and experience Amsterdam once again. I left Paris to experience a new city…especially as most Parisians are on vacation anyway… and I didn’t come to Paris to hang out with Americans. I must say that the driving, even the walking around in Amsterdam is complete insanity. Bikes […]
Read moreParisians, n’est sont pas ici…so off to Monet’s garden, I go!
August is certainly an interesting time to be in Paris. Summer heat, sunshine blazing and yet, only Americans to be found. Not the real Paris I came to experience. I had been forewarned that Parisians vacation during the month of August. Though I truly had no idea they took off for the entire month. This […]
Read moreTreasure Trove…and Luxe alike…
Marche aux puces, Saint-Ouen on a Sunday afternoon. Designer finds and uniqueness extraordinaire. Guaranteed to be a feast for your eyes, with offerings ranging from very pricey and tres jolie chandeliers to vintage Chanel pieces that are in pristine condition. And might I add, way better than bringing home yet an eiffel tower keychain! Although […]
Read moreInsatiable desire for Adventure….
Being raised in simpleton Amish Country, I always knew there was more to life out there than simply living my entire existence in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. And as soon as I got my drivers license, I was out adventuring. Always! I would literally drive four hours just to go to the beach for a day, only to turn around […]
Read moreFrom Flood…to France!
Here I sit, flooded carpet, cut-out dry wall, dehumidifier set at a balmy 105 degrees….damaged condo all around. This is it. This is the last message needed to send me on my way. For months, I’ve been seeing signs to head to Paris, though to be honest, I hadn’t paid much attention. Why would I? […]
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