Tag: lifestyle
French Christmas Market Magic
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I’ve been living in Annecy for a while now, and it’s truly starting to feel familiar. I’ve discovered little shortcuts to my favorite places, making the city feel even more like home. Right now, I’m getting ready for a visit from my daughter, and as always, we’ve packed our agenda…
The Rhythms of Retirement in France
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Living a retired life in France has been an experience both familiar and transformative. Having spent enough time here to settle into the rhythms of retirement in France, I’ve realized that though the setting is different the experience of my days still carries threads of who I’ve always been. Routine…
The Next Adventure in Annecy
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Timeless Charm with cobblestone adventures in the French Alps As the Uber driver pulled away with a cheery “Good Luck!” I stood in the foyer like a seasoned explorer about to embark on the next adventure in Annecy. I was surrounded by my suitcase and a collection of oddly shaped…
Marriage Reflection and Change
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Today, I am setting aside my usual focus on travel to share something deeply personal, my marriage. While I have mentioned my two grown children in the past I haven’t spoken about my husband. This wasn’t an oversight but a deliberate choice. I needed time to find the right way…
Adapting To French Life – Food and Shopping
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I would like to share how my adjustment to life in France has been going. It’s been a cultural shift adapting to French life – food and shopping. Each of the next few posts will address a certain area, such as food and shopping, transportation, the local culture, life with…
Attending A Retreat
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Went to a weekend retreat! One of my bucket list wishes was attending a retreat and taking a class. I tried to find a place that offers yoga, good food, and preferably a place I can drive to in a couple of hours. Well, searching online I found a beautiful…