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French Drivers’ Code Test: The Agony

Last, I wrote about the stress of studying for the French drivers’ code test. It’s one of the most aggravating tasks I’ve encountered since living

Deborah Bine February 20, 2021

French Drivers Test. Gimme A Break!

As much as I’d love to write a blog post this week, I’m too busy stressing! The French drivers’ code test is on tap for

Deborah Bine February 7, 2021

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The Bridge Club: A Heartwarming Story of Female Friendship

The Bridge Club is a heartwarming story of female friendship written by my BFF Patricia Sands. The book celebrates friendship shared with eight women over

Deborah Bine January 23, 2021

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Living in France: Renewing My Carte de Sejour Mid-COVID

Renewing my Carte de Sejour mid-COVID was a task I dreaded. Truthfully, renewing my Carte de Sejour is a headache at any time. But it’s

Deborah Bine October 11, 2020

Whimsy in Uzès. Meeting Simon James.

Through my Uzès experience, I’ve known and written about several artists. Yet there was something extraordinary about meeting Simon James … aside from his status

Deborah Bine September 4, 2020

All About Food South of France

Many things still excite me about life in Uzès. Like food. If you like French food, this post is about the food in the south

Deborah Bine August 19, 2020

Buying a Car in France- Lucy

Nothing’s easy about living in France, especially for an ex-pat like me. I’m not good with details. By that, I mean I don’t let facts

Deborah Bine July 23, 2020

Back to France Mid COVID

Maybe I’m crazy for traveling during a pandemic, but I couldn’t wait any longer. I wanted to get back to France mid-COVID. In October, I

Deborah Bine June 14, 2020

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A Cure for Lockdown Boredom

Looking for a cure for lockdown boredom? Here’s a way to spend a few hours — or a lifetime. Try an art project inspired by

Deborah Bine May 10, 2020

When I Return to My French World

I planned to return to my French world in May when the pandemic hit. It’s been over six months since I walked away from my

Deborah Bine April 21, 2020

Milan Cathedral and Bocelli: Music for Hope

Come along on a visit to the Milan Cathedral: Duomo di Milano as you enjoy the televised Bocelli concert. Let’s pretend we are there! (Reproduced

Deborah Bine April 12, 2020

Memories Tour 2020

Join Me In The South of France! Memories Tour 2020

Grab your suitcase and come along on the Memories Tour 2020! Sign up NOW for the South of France Memories You Promised Yourself. Patricia Sands

Deborah Bine February 1, 2020

Where in the World is the Barefoot Blogger?

I’ve been slack-writing posts, and I apologize. Those who follow the Barefoot Blogger on social media know I’ll be back in the US for a while.

Deborah Bine December 15, 2019

My First Beaujolais Nouveau Day in France

I’m digging way back into the archives of the Barefoot Blogger to republish the post about my first Beaujolais Nouveau day in France. Because of

Deborah Bine November 23, 2019

French Etiquette: Say It With Flowers

Nancy McGee knows the answers when it comes to French etiquette. She can tell us the French way, from the proper way to cut cheese to

Deborah Bine November 1, 2019

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