Aujourd’hui c’est la fête des mères. The kids are away—Jackie in New York, Max in Spain (for an enterrement de vie de garçon. Can you guess what that is?). Thank you, Ana, for the thoughtful invitation to lunch, where I was in good company with two other moms (Annie, Ana’s grand-mère, and Catherine, Ana’s mom), two daughters (Ana and her sister Clémentine), and a small … Continue reading It’s Mother’s Day in France
Bonjour !You may have seen today’s story on social media during the week my blog was down. Since most readers missed that post, I’m sharing it again here—this time with a delightful bonus: a charming video taken on nearby L’Île Verte. I hope you’ll read to the end and enjoy this lovely glimpse of our local paradise. TODAY’S WORD: le déjeuner : lunchPRONUNCIATION: [luh day-zhuh-nay] EXAMPLE SENTENCE:Nous avons … Continue reading A Cozy Sunday with Ana’s Family in France
After a long wait, the family welcomes Ricci, a 3-year-old Mini Australian Shepherd from Aveyron. Following a conversation about the breed’s temperament, they traveled five hours to meet Ricci and another dog, Penny. Although Penny was not a fit due to barking concerns, Ricci’s calm demeanor captured their attention. Hesitant at first, they decided to adopt Ricci despite her lack of training and some initial challenges at home. The family is committed to helping her adjust, and love quickly blossoms as they embrace their new pet and navigate the ups and downs of dog ownership together. Continue reading We have a new dog. Welcome Ricci!
Today's story is part wedding anniversary, part birthdays, part peanuts, and part people. You have already read a little about Max's girlfriend, and today you'll learn more about Ana (and why we love her). Are the photos in this newsletter appearing? If not, view all of them here at the blog. TODAY'S WORD: “Qui réchauffe le cœur” : heartwarming, that which warms the heart A … Continue reading Heartwarming in French: Ana & A Gift for the Birds
