I am delighted to share with you that I will be receiving a gold medal, La Médaille d’Or des Valeurs francophones, from the French government. This is a landmark in my near 20 years of blogging about the French language and culture. Sincere remerciements to Bernard Duhaime, president of La Renaissance Française, to the American Delegation, and to the French Committee for this nomination and award. And merci infiniment to you, Dear Reader, and to my family, for your support and ongoing encouragement over the years. This reward would not be possible without you! (photo of French Ambassador's Residence by APK via Wikipedia)
Today's word: le remerciement
: thanks, acknowledgment
Sound file: Listen to my husband, Jean-Marc, read in French and in English:
Médaille d'or des Valeurs francophones–Cette médaille distingue les personnes qui se dévouent au développement ou au resserrement des liens linguistiques et culturels entre la France et les pays ayant la langue française en partage.
Gold Medal for Francophone Values — This medal distinguishes people who devote themselves to the development or strengthening of linguistic and cultural links between France and countries sharing the French language. –La Renaissance Française
More than an honor, this award is a second-wind, uplifting, and a motivation to continue to peaufiner or refine, polish, and improve this weekly French journal–and it will keep me on my toes for an eternity (this last word reflects the accidental stars in the photo, above).
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This long-time fly on the wall is absolutely delighted for you! Félicitations!
Wow, it is a really big deal for the French to give an American a medal for helping foster the French language! We are all so proud of you.
Since there are no formal subscriptions to FWAD, I thought this would be an especially appropriate time for me to contribute again using the PayPal link in the post. I urge others who enjoy the words and more importantly the glimpse into life in Provence to contribute also.
Felicitations Kristi! That is wonderful news. I am so happy for you, what a reward after 20 years of blogging. Congrats! Eat some good chocolate to celebrate!
Wow, felicitations !! Well deserved, Kristi. I’ve enjoyed your blog for a while. As I’m on a sobriety journey as well I find inspiration in your words and vulnerability in sharing your life with your readers. All the best to you and yours! Bisous
Très cool! Meilleurs Voeux!
You make the world a better and smaller place. Congratulations! Your vacation recently in the Oisans Park Ecrins where I visited my great grandfather’s village of La Grave/Les Hieres brought back fond memories from 2001. Vive La France.
Bravo Kristi! Felicitations!
Congratulations on this well deserved honor Kristi! You are a true ambassador connecting you new country with your old one.
Félicitations! Your writing brings so much joy and insight. Thank you for the many years of your blog.
Congratulations Kristi! I am relatively new to reading your blog and have become a devoted fan. Your words always make me pause and think and also inspire me. Your talent and hard work are being recognized. Félicitations- je suis fiere de vous!
Kristi, what an honor for you! We’re all so proud of your accomplishment and wish you many more years of blogging. Bonne Continuation!
Congratulations, Kristi! What an honor! I know that your mom, Marc and the kids are so proud of you as well as all of your many readers. Who would have thought a little girl from Arizona would receive such an important award from the government of France…well done! I wish I could be there for the ceremony to see you receive it in person but I know you’ll write an engaging post to vicariously take us there.
Félicitations, Kristi,
I look forward to future blogs with your stories about this medal, the recipients, and the
reactions of your family and friends. How wonderful for you to have your adopted country
honor you in ton métier choisi! Your persevering efforts have won the day!
Bravo, Kristi! 👏👏👏
Congratulations , Kristin !
How fabulous! You go, girl!!!
Brava! Congratulations! And to think, your blog rekindled my love affair with French. Merci
Kristi that’s super and well deserved. Thanks for the many years of informative and enjoyable posts…. Herm
Bravissimo Kristi – si bien méritée !
George
Bravo et felicitations, Kristi! Being recognized for your years of diligence in sharing French life and language is truly special. Je suis tres heureuse pour toi!
Congratulations! Well deserved!!
Kristi, You deserve this honor and more for your diligence and honesty and of course the humor!!!! CONGRATULATIONS.
What exciting news! So well-deserved, Kristi.
xoxo
Félicitations, Kristi! Très bien merité! Bonne continuation.
Felicitations! C’est formidable pour toi! WooHoo!
Well deserved, Kristy. Congratulations.
Congratulations, Krsti! You have worked so hard and deeply deserve this honor. More greetings from Oregon.
Formidable et bien fait Kristi!
Congratulations and so well deserved!
lovely sentiment, Janet, and so true!
Quelle bonne nouvelle! Je vais vous envoyer un cheque de felicitaciones demain!
Chaudement ~
Garry White
Congratulations!,You have truly been instrumental in obtaining this award.
Bravo! I’m a fan since almost the very beginning. You have enriched my life from the first moment I found your blog, after spending four years as an expat in France. Your words bring back the culture, the language and the experience of being there, as if through the eyes (and the heart) of a good friend. You deserve this, Kristi. You are truly an ambassador for both countries! Wishing you all the best and never quit!
Congratulations to you! What an honor! I’ve been enjoying your posts for many years and always look forward to them. Good work! Stay safe and keep well.
Wow–I’m so proud of you, happy for you, and delighted for your readers! The recognition that this award brings is indeed well-deserved.
Brilliant, Kristi! Well deserved! ♥️♥️♥️💃🧚🏿♀️
Quel honneur! Très bien fait, Kristi! Félicitations!!
Wow !!! Félicitations !!! Très bien mérité !!! 👏👏👏
Félicitations! This is a well-deserved recognition for all you have done and are doing to impart the essence of France. I salute you!
Magnifique, Kristi! Le top du top! A well-deserved honour!
Félicitations Kristi!
You bring your adopted country and culture to life with your blog. Thank you, and kia mau
arohanui
Charlotte
Mille felicitations!
I have not only kept up with my French via the blog, I’ve learned interesting things,enjoyed beautiful photos and some recipes , and I’ve gotten to know a wonderful family.
Kristin started FWAD as a kind thing to do, not thinking of any reward – but I am so glad her generous efforts have been recognized.
Bien fait!
Grandes félicitations ! Recognition so well-deserved! Thank you for being here and creating this blog for so many people to enjoy.
Felicitations! C’est bien merite!
So well deserved! Keep on keeping on. It is a service to both countries and to those around the world. Your family must be so proud, especially your Momma. Please give my love to Jules. Have a beautiful holiday season! Love & Hugs
Congratulations Kristi
Your posts encourages us Francophiles and want-a-be French speakers
to keep trying.
Salud, Brenda
Kristy, I’m SO proud of you and excited that you’ve been recognized for your passion. What a gift! HUGS. 🙂
Bravo! I’m so glad you have been recognized for your contribution and hard work! Well deserved!
Congratulations, Kristi! This is a well-deserved honor! I can hardly believe that I’ve been reading your blog/journal for 19 years! With the encouragement of your words and stories, I’ve continued studying French all this time. People who don’t know any better actually think that I’m now fluent!
Thank you for leading the way and making the path inviting.
~Karla
Wow! Such a well-deserved honor, Kristi!! Congratulations! I have loved your blog for years. It is a delight to read and always uplifts me. Your photos are stunning and give me a sense of the beautiful place where you live. I look forward to reading about your acceptance of this wonderful award soon (we hope!) in the New Year!