I can’t believe it took this long. Still chilling to think about all these years later. I remember everyone was so fearful and glued to news updates in my college dorm. May their families find a bit of peace after so many years of anguish.

Another vote for savory autumn!

Agreed. Looking to balance immersion and existing French friendships with an accessible network, anticipating some transitional isolation as non-native speaker. I’ve been advised to prepare for feeing like you are relearning life’s basics. Always appreciate the inspiration and wisdom of your posts.

Ille-et-Vilaine, Mayanne, Orne, & Calvados. We’re in San Francisco, so looking at climate. My husband is French, making it easier, but also looking at ex pat community, knowing importance of English-speaking network. Open to any advice. We were already thinking retirement there prior to this chaos.

Oof! We were hoping the rest of the world would learn by watching the U.S. We return in Dec., and will take the pulse of the areas we like as best we can.

@lifesafeast.bsky.social What are your thoughts on the state of things in France. That is the plan B we’re working toward but don’t want to move to get in a similar situation in two years. 😬

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