Category: Jackie

At the Doctor's, Health care, Jackie, Jules

Une Friandise: Chocolate Sundaes following Jules’s visit to the Ophtalmo

I typed the word friandise into my Google photo album search box and voilà, a photo of my daughter and one of her all-time favorite sweets appeared: strawberries with chantilly cream.  Jean-Marc’s PROVENCE WINE TOURS begin again in May! Cassis, Bandol, Châteauneuf-du-Pape—don’t miss our beloved winemaker’s favorite stomping grounds for grapes! Click here. TODAY'S WORD: UNE FRIANDISE   : a sweet treat A DAY IN … Continue reading Une Friandise: Chocolate Sundaes following Jules’s visit to the Ophtalmo

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Jackie, Max, Practical Jokes

Canular: How To Say Practical Joke in French? + Jackie & I have fun at Max’s expense…

Merci for your encouraging notes following last week's update regarding subscribership. Your words revive me! Today's mischief takes place in La Ciotat (photo snapped outside Le Palais Lumière where a patch of daisies looks as innocent as a team of pranksters in hiding. Read on.)  TODAY'S WORD: UN CANULAR     : practical joke, prank, hoax A DAY IN A FRENCH LIFE by Kristi Espinasse … Continue reading Canular: How To Say Practical Joke in French? + Jackie & I have fun at Max’s expense…

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Jackie

Indice: Jackie’s Airport Layover + A “flighty” Hint or Clue Regarding Something I’m Up To

In this blog post, the author shares reflections on their daughter Jackie’s travels after graduating with her UI degree. As Jackie flies to Paris, the author muses about lengthy airport layovers and the temptations of expensive food and retail options at airports, particularly Charles de Gaulle. They express concerns about their blog’s declining readership due to the rise of social media and ponder ways to adapt to changing times. The author is also dreaming up a side gig while finding enjoyment in simple activities like dog watching at the airport. The piece blends personal anecdotes with insights on modern airport experiences. Continue reading Indice: Jackie’s Airport Layover + A “flighty” Hint or Clue Regarding Something I’m Up To

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Celebrations, Jackie, Milestones

Bien Joué! Why Jackie is leaving Lyon

Today, find out why my daughter was at the hairdresser's when she should've been on her way to FINAL EXAMS!  Note: After today's post this journal will go on break thru February 8th. TODAY'S WORD: BIEN JOUÉ     : well done!, good job!, way to go!    : well played A DAY IN A FRENCH LIFE by Kristi Espinasse I really want to learn … Continue reading Bien Joué! Why Jackie is leaving Lyon

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Dad and Marsha, Family Life, Heidi, Jackie

Faute de Frappe: Funny Surprise After My Dad Hits the Wrong Button

By the time the leaves turn gold in Lyon, we'll be meeting up with part of my American family. Read about our virtual meetup in today's story, and pick up a host of new French words. TODAY’S WORD: UNE FAUTE DE FRAPPE     : typing error,     : error made when hitting the wrong button A DAY IN A FRENCH LIFE by Kristi … Continue reading Faute de Frappe: Funny Surprise After My Dad Hits the Wrong Button

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Escapade, French Destinations, Jackie

Soyons fous! A Mother-Daughter Trip to La Côte d’Azur

Villefranche-sur-Mer, where Jackie and I spent three days last week. TODAY'S EXPRESSION: SOYONS FOUS   let's be crazy" or "let's be wild".  Soyons fous is a playful and light-hearted expression that encapsulates the idea of taking risks, having fun, and embracing the unexpected. It's a reminder that life is short and should be lived with enthusiasm and a willingness to explore new horizons. A DAY … Continue reading Soyons fous! A Mother-Daughter Trip to La Côte d’Azur

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Jackie, Jules, Lyon

Guess Who Moved to Lyon? + A useful computer term in French

One of the vocabulary words in today's story is brise-bise, for these charming half-curtains seen across France TODAY'S WORD: un logiciel     : software A DAY IN A FRENCH LIFE by Kristi Espinasse Good news! Our daughter will be moving to Lyon to begin a 10-month intensive program in Web Design. Since returning from Miami in September of 2021, Jackie's path has been hit … Continue reading Guess Who Moved to Lyon? + A useful computer term in French

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Fashion, Jackie, Motherhood

Coqueluche: My teen heartthrob & 70s fashion through a French girl’s eyes

An ancient hair-salon-turned-fashion boutique in Paris where you can buy a glittery 70s ensemble and more. Don't miss the sound file, near the end, with all the French vocabulary from this edition. Follow me on Instagram or here on Facebook to ensure you are receiving the weekly posts (which don't always end up in your emails–owing to filters, a full inbox, and other issues beyond … Continue reading Coqueluche: My teen heartthrob & 70s fashion through a French girl’s eyes

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Jackie, Motherhood

Advice for Each Decade of Life & Surrender: A Mother Daughter update

Would this picture be good for the La Ciotat postcard series? Thanks for your helpful feedback and for your postcard orders this week! I am enjoying the quiet, mindful activity of addressing envelopes and my handwriting is slowly improving 🙂 TODAY’S WORD: s'abandonner : to surrender yourself to, to unburden yourself  A DAY IN A FRENCH LIFE by Kristi Espinasse As I walked into Le … Continue reading Advice for Each Decade of Life & Surrender: A Mother Daughter update

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Jackie, Paris, Travel

Every Francophiles Favorite F Word + 2 Days in Paris!

In the enchanting evening of Paris, the author reflects on the joy of flânerie—strolling without a specific destination. Surrounded by Montmartre’s beauty, particularly the Sacré Coeur Basilica, the author’s journey with her daughter Jackie unfolds as they ponder their limited time in the city. While planning activities like dinner and a cabaret, uncertainty arises about their options. Ultimately, they embrace the idea of wandering, highlighting the allure of exploration in the City of Light. The author contemplates the importance of savoring moments together before Jackie’s departure, expressing a desire to share more stories about their experiences in Paris. Continue reading Every Francophiles Favorite F Word + 2 Days in Paris!

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