Tag Archives: expat life

L’appart

Two months after the cast came off my wrist, I have about 40 percent use of the hand and a poor grip. But I can type a lot more easily. Not so much that I am going to waste my … Continue reading

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L’été Ecossais

Lazy day. I woke up late, noticed it was misty outside, and decided to stay in. We’ve had glorious sunny days for a few weeks, so it is a good time to stick to home and clear up a backlog … Continue reading

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Bien Bouffer

My favorite seasons on the Côte d’Azur are upon us: late autumn and winter. As the days shorten, I like to start them with a brisk walk on the Promenade, sometimes early enough to catch a sunrise. It is my … Continue reading

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Bonne Nouvelle Année

It’s been a slow crawl to the end of 2021 and the start of 2022. We entered a medical crisis, and that took all our energy, time and focus. Once again, we are thankful for the high quality of French … Continue reading

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Voyager au temps du Covid

Armed with official negative Covid test results, our vaccination certificates, three-page UK Personal Locator Forms, proof of pre-purchase of two additional Covid tests to be administered in Scotland and proof of a ten-day quarantine accommodation, we flew from France into … Continue reading

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