They say "when one door closes… une autre s'ouvre…" See another photo, below. photos © Kristin Espinasse
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A Day in a *Newsletter's* Life…
They say "change is good" and I've been trying to subscribe to this mighty morsel of sagesse since last summer… when the email listserver for this newsletter doubled in price. Ouch! (Make that: Aïe!).
Around about that time, I began losing long-time sponsors. Then, almost as a premonition of what was to come, website ad revenue–designed to cover web/newsletter expenses and, dare I say, to help support our family of 5 (can we count Braise-the-Dog?)–dropped… to but a shadow of its former "self".
"Le crash" or the economy "happened" — even here at home (literally), where a heavy-handed housewife watched, in awe, as her home-spun business buckled. That's when this "little newsletter that could," found itself operating on fire wood!
"Well," I thought, looking at the bright side,
"fire wood can be good–
though central heating is that much more pleasing!"
Of course these email broadcasts aren't fueled by fire — but what else–if not "wood"–rhymes with "could"? If you have enjoyed these sometimes quirky, hopefully informative emails on French life… then please be sure to follow me as I move my list over to a more affordable alternative!
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… and, in France, when one wooden shutter closes… another opens up! photo © Kristin Espinasse
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merde! still singin yesterday’s song!
Okay, Kristin — I am making the jump! Geronimooooooooo ……………………….
(See you on the other side of cyber space)
Hi Kristin,
I forwarded this to my french classmates. I’m sure my instructor will do the same.
Jeanne LaCasse
Yesterday one of my students offered her ipod with the song for us to listen to after we read the word-of-the-day and the story. I was pleasantly surprised someone in high school had “Drive my car” on the ipod! It was also a new experience for me to be happy, for a change, that someone brought an ipod to class!
Julie
Change is always good! But I tell ya: you really should consider putting together a book with your architectural images and amusing commentary…. throw in a few recipes “Au Pif” and it’s sheer perfection.
Whoa — that was fast, but I feel a little woozy. Okay, I received your new e-mail and your new site, but I do not see a comment box anywhere on the new site. Have I lost my way? KRISTIN!!! ARE … YOU … THERE????
Done, my friend~! Hoping the widget’s config does not change as it’s a feature on my blog, but I’ll keep an eye on it and redo if necessary. Love your work … God bless and bon chance!
Oh, Angela!!! That is a wonderful idea!
I think you’ll be a lot happier with feedburner. I’ve been using it for a while myself and have been happy. And it’s free!
Change is hard, but always good! I shall see you on the other site and look forward to my thrice weekly bits of France!
Kristine
Thank you for the cheers of encouragement. It’s been months since I have been debating making the switch!
Jeanne: thanks for telling your class and spreading the word!
Diane: still giggling over your “Geronimoooooo!”
PS: Good point about the comments: I’ll have to remember to include the comments box link in the email (that is the version you were seeing, and not the website. With the photos and clickable links, it sure looks like the website. But you’ll recognize the blog by its booklists which flank the story column 🙂 Do check out the books & thanks for your support!
Clifford: great to get your feedback on feedburner!
Jenny: thanks for using the widget at your blog. Off to check out your site now 🙂
Done! And I have to say, I feel your pain… The same thing is happening with my attempt to keep food on the table via a website…
One hardly expects the doings of the mighty to affect us little internet folk…
Bonne chance!
Note: the website / blog is the same address (http://french-word-a-day.typepad.com) and has not changed. Only the newsletter delivery address (and listserver) has changed.
Those of you who signed up before 3 p.m. (France time) have received the new newsletter. Those who are signing up now will see what the new format looks like on Friday.
Merci Beaucoup Kristin for being such a resourceful and loyal friend to your adoring readers! I will follow and support you wherever you go!
Lisa
Great–a chance for us to change our email addresses with the subscription as well! Good luck with this and yes, the idea to put your photos into a publication is brilliant!
Email Subscription Confirmed!
Can’t wait to see how your new blog is going to look… Ánimo y buena suerte querida Kristin!
Done.
I agree that these are “interesting” times… I think one of my largest clients may be about to “disappear” too. Never mind, it will give me more time to spend in the garden… 🙂
Dear Kristi, I suspect there are very few who fear making changes on their home ordinteurs more than I. Usually the directions &/or tech words are baffling and initial attempts into a change only leads to greater consternation and frustrated abandonment of the effort!
This time your directions were clear and brief leading to expectations of continued contacts with a now famous ecrivain whom this geezer is happy and proud to have followed, supported, and loved as a special friend from her early days of French Word-A-Day.
Looking forward to Friday to learn that contacts continue… affecteusement toujours
I am new to your site but so glad I stumbled upon. I plan to follow you at your new place.
Bonne Chance!
Mona
Your new website setup looks better and it works better on my system. Good job!
Hello Kristin:
It is a pleasure to move on with you.
As Captain Jean-Luc Picard of the Starship Enterprise said, “Let’s see what’s out there!”
The change has been made and I await the new version.
Will Jean-Marc’s sometimes active list move as well?
I’m glad I caught this, I’ve been enjoying your site for about three years…that said, I think I’ll scroll back up and click on the link.
Ian
Kristin
Glad to hear you’re not stopping – love your witty commentaries on life in France. (And life in general.)
See you on the new site.