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An Attitude of Gratitude: Saying Goodbye to Paris

An Attitude of Gratitude: Saying Goodbye to Paris

An Attitude of Gratitude: Saying Goodbye to Paris

May 15, 20244 min read

Have No Fear, a Toilet is Near: 6 Tips on Finding Public Bathrooms in Paris

Have No Fear, a Toilet is Near: 6 Tips on Finding Public Bathrooms in Paris

Have No Fear, a Toilet is Near: 6 Tips on Finding Public Bathrooms in Paris

May 14, 20244 min read

Kid Approved: The Best Places to Take Your Babies and Toddlers in Paris

Kid Approved: The Best Places to Take Your Babies and Toddlers in Paris

Kid Approved: The Best Places to Take Your Babies and Toddlers in Paris

May 13, 20246 min read

"I'm Taking Europe With Me!": Moving Back to the US from Paris

"I'm Taking Europe With Me!": Moving Back to the US from Paris

"I'm Taking Europe With Me!": Moving Back to the US from Paris

Feb 19, 20248 min read

Food For Thought: American Cuisine from a French Vantage Point

Food For Thought: American Cuisine from a French Vantage Point

Food For Thought: American Cuisine from a French Vantage Point

Feb 1, 20246 min read

Humility and Pride in the Same Breath - The First Day of Crèche (French Daycare)

Humility and Pride in the Same Breath - The First Day of Crèche (French Daycare)

Humility and Pride in the Same Breath - The First Day of Crèche (French Daycare)

Jan 12, 20244 min read

An American Mom’s Perspective of a French Public Children’s Hospital

An American Mom’s Perspective of a French Public Children’s Hospital

An American Mom’s Perspective of a French Public Children’s Hospital

Nov 16, 20237 min read

10 Days in Portugal: A Traveler's Guide

10 Days in Portugal: A Traveler's Guide

10 Days in Portugal: A Traveler's Guide

Aug 3, 202312 min read

Dear Paris (A Love Letter)

Dear Paris (A Love Letter)

Dear Paris (A Love Letter)

Aug 2, 20231 min read

A Day In The Life of An American Mom In Paris

A Day In The Life of An American Mom In Paris

A Day In The Life of An American Mom In Paris

Jul 31, 202320 min read

The Hospital Packing List for Giving Birth (In France!)

The Hospital Packing List for Giving Birth (In France!)

The Hospital Packing List for Giving Birth (In France!)

May 31, 20235 min read

3-4 Days in Paris? Don't Miss These Highlights!

3-4 Days in Paris? Don't Miss These Highlights!

3-4 Days in Paris? Don't Miss These Highlights!

Apr 29, 202310 min read

Traveling To Paris with A Baby? Here's Ten Tips to Make Your Trip Successful

Traveling To Paris with A Baby? Here's Ten Tips to Make Your Trip Successful

Traveling To Paris with A Baby? Here's Ten Tips to Make Your Trip Successful

Mar 28, 202312 min read

Finally Asking For Help - Yes, Even (Especially?) SAHMs Need It

Finally Asking For Help - Yes, Even (Especially?) SAHMs Need It

Finally Asking For Help - Yes, Even (Especially?) SAHMs Need It

Feb 28, 20239 min read

Visiting Paris? Here are 5 Things You Should Know Before Visiting The "City of Light”

Visiting Paris? Here are 5 Things You Should Know Before Visiting The "City of Light”

Visiting Paris? Here are 5 Things You Should Know Before Visiting The "City of Light”

Feb 13, 20238 min read

Reflections as a New Mom in A Foreign City

Reflections as a New Mom in A Foreign City

Reflections as a New Mom in A Foreign City

Dec 20, 20223 min read

Good Food and Good Rest – My Experience Giving Birth in France

Good Food and Good Rest – My Experience Giving Birth in France

Good Food and Good Rest – My Experience Giving Birth in France

Jul 24, 202210 min read

Pelvic Floor Therapy AKA Perineal Re-education - What's It All About?

Pelvic Floor Therapy AKA Perineal Re-education - What's It All About?

Pelvic Floor Therapy AKA Perineal Re-education - What's It All About?

Jul 18, 20229 min read

15 Observations That Might Change the Way You Think About London

15 Observations That Might Change the Way You Think About London

15 Observations That Might Change the Way You Think About London

Jun 27, 20226 min read

Pregnant in Paris: The Subtle (and Not-So Subtle) Differences

Pregnant in Paris: The Subtle (and Not-So Subtle) Differences

Pregnant in Paris: The Subtle (and Not-So Subtle) Differences

Feb 18, 20225 min read

Our First French Baking Class in Paris

Our First French Baking Class in Paris

Our First French Baking Class in Paris

Nov 18, 20216 min read

10 Things I Miss After Moving to Paris That Surprised Me

10 Things I Miss After Moving to Paris That Surprised Me

10 Things I Miss After Moving to Paris That Surprised Me

Nov 7, 20216 min read

Lessons in Humility – A Hilarious Day in Paris

Lessons in Humility – A Hilarious Day in Paris

Lessons in Humility – A Hilarious Day in Paris

Oct 14, 202112 min read

Why The Heck Did We Move to France?

Why The Heck Did We Move to France?

Why The Heck Did We Move to France?

Oct 12, 20214 min read

A Weekend in Venice, Italy

A Weekend in Venice, Italy

A Weekend in Venice, Italy

Sep 27, 20217 min read

Healthcare In Paris

Healthcare In Paris

Healthcare In Paris

Sep 15, 20218 min read

Musings During One Day in Paris

Musings During One Day in Paris

Musings During One Day in Paris

Sep 4, 20214 min read

Saunas - Healthy or Harmful?

Saunas - Healthy or Harmful?

Saunas - Healthy or Harmful?

Sep 19, 20205 min read

48 Hours in Hocking Hills (Budget and Dog-Friendly!)

48 Hours in Hocking Hills (Budget and Dog-Friendly!)

48 Hours in Hocking Hills (Budget and Dog-Friendly!)

Aug 19, 20207 min read

Why You Should Make Time for Nature in Your Busy Schedule

Why You Should Make Time for Nature in Your Busy Schedule

Why You Should Make Time for Nature in Your Busy Schedule

Jul 29, 20207 min read

7 Reasons Traveling Solo is the Best Thing Since Sliced Bread

7 Reasons Traveling Solo is the Best Thing Since Sliced Bread

7 Reasons Traveling Solo is the Best Thing Since Sliced Bread

Jun 6, 20207 min read

7 Tips to Travel on a Budget That Will Make You Pack Your Bags

7 Tips to Travel on a Budget That Will Make You Pack Your Bags

7 Tips to Travel on a Budget That Will Make You Pack Your Bags

Apr 19, 20206 min read

10 Spots in Cleveland That Are Sweeter Than Christmas Morning

10 Spots in Cleveland That Are Sweeter Than Christmas Morning

10 Spots in Cleveland That Are Sweeter Than Christmas Morning

Apr 18, 20205 min read

6 Surprising Ways Vacations Are More Refreshing than a Glass of Iced Tea

6 Surprising Ways Vacations Are More Refreshing than a Glass of Iced Tea

6 Surprising Ways Vacations Are More Refreshing than a Glass of Iced Tea

Apr 18, 20203 min read

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