Newport, Rhode Island in 64 Photos

August 2, 2017.Reading time 15 minutes.

A selection of my favorite pictures of living in and visiting Newport, Rhode Island #lovewhereyoulive

Link Haul | Insider Tips on Exploring Paris, France

July 27, 2017.Reading time 8 minutes.

Explore Paris, Franc with these suggestions from digital publications and locals

Trial by Fromage, Learning the Art of the French Meal

July 18, 2017.Reading time 9 minutes.

Farfalle with White and Green Asparagus and Tomatoes

I wasn’t prepared when I experienced a French family meal for the first time—it happened to be the first time I met my boyfriend’s family, less than 72 hours after landing in France. To say that I was nervous would be an understatement. I fought every impulse to reach over the table and keep the […]

The Best Carry-On Luggage for International Travel

July 8, 2017.Reading time 10 minutes.

Originally published on July 8, 2017, this post may have been edited for clarity and updated with current information. Before I left for Paris, I was in serious need of good, quality luggage. The Search I found a matching set of large and medium luggage by Delsey, but I wanted something special for my carry-on. […]

A Photo Diary of One Week in Valencia, Spain

July 3, 2017.Reading time 8 minutes.

I’m happy to finally cross Spain off of the travel bucket list! My boyfriend planned us a vacation in Valencia, Spain for the last week in June. I definitely left my comfort zone by leaving my French habits at Charles de Gaulle—I don’t know any Spanish—but we had an amazing time exploring the city and […]

How to Shop the French Market Like a Parisian

June 24, 2017.Reading time 11 minutes.

Going to the French market has taken my interest in food to an entirely new level. Don’t get me wrong, the Aquidneck Growers’ Farmer’s Market in Newport still has a very special place in my heart, but the concept of shopping at the French market for an American is an incredible sensory experience. I’m fortunate […]

Adjusting to Parisian Life

June 9, 2017.Reading time 4 minutes.

I’m not even sure where to begin describing what it’s like to move across an ocean to build a new life and live with your boyfriend. I take way too pictures of street corners and flowers. I eat breakfast at 12:30 pm, because my body still thinks its 6:30 am with the +6 hour time […]

Bruce Museum Highlights Alfred Sisley, Impressionist in Exclusive Exhibit

May 12, 2017.Reading time 4 minutes.

Alfred Sisley (1839-1899): Impressionist Master at the Bruce Museum in Greenwich, Connecticut showcases a rich array of Sisley’s works from private collections and major museums. After a recent visit to the Peabody Museum at Yale, I developed a curiosity to explore museums in Fairfield County. I’ve always seen the sign for the Bruce Museum on […]

Understanding the Impact of the 2017 French Presidential Election

May 9, 2017.Reading time 2 minutes.

Last Sunday, the French people elected Emmanuel Macron as their nation’s president and took a stand against the growing populist influence. Macron, 39, won 66% of the vote over his opponent Marine Le Pen, the far-right National Front candidate. Although the media labels Macron as a centrist, he identifies himself as someone “of the left” […]