We have been thinking about a move to Europe for some time with a heightened interest in 2016. France seems to have what we need to be a home base for spending more time in parts of Europe that we have not had a chance to really explore.
have always dreamed of living in France and speaking the language
learning the language in HS made the country seem special. i watched 'Mary, Queen of Scots and there were scenes shot at Chenonceau. i stayed after to find out its' name (roll the credits). i said to myself "i gotta go there!" and i DID 3yrs later! i chose history courses involving France. i guess i have a desire to know more about the country
When I was 17, I was fortunate to have stayed a month with a French family on their farm near Mont-de-Marsan in SW France via the Alliance Francaise. Delightful. Loved the daily trips to the market for the fresh produce and bread. Loved the joy of evening dances celebrations when visiting their beach cabin in Bayonne. My husband and I have shared pleasant short trips to France over the years, and always said, "Once we are retired, we should spend more time in France." So, the moment has arrived. Grateful to have this opportunity to explore France. Looking forward to meeting other Francophiles.
I adore Europe. As an artist and wine lover, I appreciate the quaint towns, old cites, and wine regions. Nothing makes me happier than exploring new places in Europe. And, we hope to do this frequently if/when we move there.
I grew up in a French speaking home. My parents were from Montreal, in the French-speaking province of Quebec. They spoke in French at home, but sadly I alsways responded in English... it's my biggest regret! Sadly, they have both passed and I have missed my opportunity to practice my French with them. 🙁
The culture of food/art/wine, the culture of quality of life over work, and the culture of politeness.
The central location in Europe offering good access to many locations.
The great healthcare system.
I followed a boyfriend from Moscow to Geneva when I was in my late twenties and tried studying French there. I hated French for a while and then took it up again when I decided that my son would go to a local French school and we would travel there. I listen to French podcasts and YouTubes and enjoy my French Preply discussions. I’m attracted to how the culture has a very intellectual side, like the Russian culture and they take food seriously like I do. It’s also safer than Latin America for immigrating to and is known for level of education. And people walk and ride bikes - which I am a big proponent of.
My first connection to France was travelling with my parents in Europe for a year in 1968, while my teacher father took a sabbatical year. For a few months, I attended the Lycee International outside Paris and got a half-decent amount of the French language under my belt. I was bitten by the travel bug that year, but even more intensely, I was bitten by the "culture puzzle" bug. I find figuring out the puzzle pieces of intercultural communication to be endlessly fascinating. My two careers (writer of corporate training for cultural diversity, marketing director for my parents' successful European travel firm -- a byproduct of that sabbatical year) sprang directly from that ongoing fascination. And as for France (vs. many other fascinating cultures), I blame my third career, as a watercolor painter. There is nothing I love more than painting French medieval villages. (marileetaussig.com)
Have been a Francophile all my life. Studied French in college (briefly) but life got in the way. Looking forward to spending the rest of my life there.
Its beauty, social and intellectual history, refined culture, and appreciation for a life well lived.
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