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The best ways to keep cool in the heat

I have always remembered that when it has been hot in the UK, we opened all the windows and the doors to let the air in. I don't know why we do that, is it because we rarely get the heat that we want … [Read more...]

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Transfer Money To France For Cheap (Even If You Don’t Have a French Bank Account!)

Despite the slowing down of global traffic wrought by the COVID pandemic, hopeful ex-pats are still flocking to France to start new lives. However, French banking may not be quite the same as what you … [Read more...]

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Helping your child learn a new language

Learning a new language is hard and for a child, you may think it would be harder, especially as they are still perfecting their first language. However, children are sponges and learn through play so … [Read more...]

Moving abroad with children

Moving abroad with children

Moving abroad with children is a challenge, however, with careful planning and preparation, moving abroad can also be one the most rewarding and fulfilling experiences a child can have. I’ve teamed up … [Read more...]

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The ordinary moments #66

We’ve finally signed for the house! We had the offer accepted 7 months ago but due to one reason or other, paperwork and covid it has been held up. The notaire even realised that she hadn’t got all … [Read more...]

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Creating a big boy bedroom

Lucas has been co-sleeping with me since birth. It wasn't something I had intended to do but it was the only way I could manage to get some sleep in the early days and it continued. When we move into … [Read more...]

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Hi, I’m Jenni, Mummy to Lucas who was born in 2015 and Morgana, born in 2021. I’m a virtual assistant living in the Dordogne, France since moving from Lancashire, UK in September 2019 Read more about us

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