Lockdown France – Food glorious Food
Week 7 in the big McArthur brother house So, we have been “locked up” now for approaching two months. My husband Gary and I, our four sons (aged 30, 26, 18 and 15), our daughter,…
Cultural Differences
May day traditions and memories of a generous neighbour
The 1st May is a bank holiday in France, although this year will be different as we are all in confinement. It’s labour day or Fête du Travail and of all the bank holidays, this…
French Children Don’t Talk Back!
I’ve been thinking a lot recently about the behavior of French children compared to British. It’s apparent when living here that French children are better behaved. They are generally more obedient, polite and respectful than…