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The 5 Dangers of Being a Native Anglophone Who Speaks English Only
It makes every last member of the Académie Française fly into a panic, but the truth, hélas, is that English, not French, is today’s universal language. Tongue of technology, patois of the 20th and 21st centuries, dominant more than any other language in history, English is omnipresent in the mouths and minds of much of humankind. You’d think that would put native Anglophones at a huge advantage. But I'm here to tell you that it does not.
Connecting Women Around the World Through Meditation
A wellness coach in Paris bonds women around the world in meditation to share in the present moment and alleviate the stress of confinement.
Marathon Woman: 5 Parisian Races to Run in 2016
If you’re looking to become more active this year or maybe shave off some of that stubborn holiday weight, consider signing up for a race to help motivate you to get out running on a regular basis. Paris is host to dozens of great races throughout the year, and here are some of my favorites to get you started.
Man in the Kitchen: Are Smartphones Killing Conversation?
The presidential election. Mom’s new boyfriend. Summer camp. Can we go to France this summer? Can I please have some more pasta??? These are snippets from last night’s dinner conversation with my two children. Human interaction delivered in person. Not an electronic device in sight! Why?
Dating Yourself in Paris
Alone in Paris? No problem. An empty nester encourages you to embrace your freedom by dating yourself in the world's most romantic city.
Trailing Wives: Torn Jane Doesn’t Want to Move Again
Family therapist Kristin Louise Duncombe offers advice to a former trailing spouse who is not ready to give up her thriving career to move again.
Hopways Rolls Out Mom-Approved Taxi Service for Kids in Paris
HOPWAYS, a community car pool service created by three Paris moms, has just announced they have secured a community taxi service to drive your children to and from school and activities when parents are too busy or unable to drive.
Why I’m Running 30 Marathons in 30 countries before I turn 30
Meet the Paris marathon runner who came up with the crazy idea to run 30 marathons in 30 countries before she turns 30. With Run to Reach, Liz Warner is running to change lives.
Bienvenue en France! French Woman Returns Home Feeling Like an Expat
After a decade in the US, a French woman returns home to face the challenges and beauty of rediscovering her roots in France.
2020: Act Now for Women and for Our Planet
Climate change and gender inequality are two of the biggest issues facing our world today. Here's how you can be part of the solution and bring about positive change.