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We are fortunate to have such talented and committed contributors – Thank you to each and every one of you, we love the way you make us… feel, think & laugh! Merci mille fois !
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Kirsten (KT) Trengove -1 post
I had a blood transfusion from a French donor when I wasn't looking. How else to explain how all things French run through my veins? I visit France whenever I can. In between, I devour French films and TV shows, and listen to French radio in the vain hope it will miraculously make me fluent.
Mark & Kim Jespersen -10 posts
Born in San Francisco and raised in Chicago, I fled Minnesota and landed on the coast of New England (as far as I could go at the time). There I met my wife, Kim, in a used bookshop. Fifteen years ago, we set sail for France. Creating – from music to writing to photography to art — keeps us busy. https://www.mark-jespersen.com/
Devyani Aggarwal -1 post
I graduated from Yale University in 2018 as a History & French major and will be attending law school at UC Berkeley. I am in love with France, its language, people & culture. My passions include art, fashion, food & travel. Check out my venture Art & Style or connect with me on LinkedIn/Instagram.
Simone Allen -11 posts
After spending 10 months in France at the age of 15 as an exchange student from Australia, I fell in love with all things French; the language, the food, and the lifestyle. I now live in the South of France and I am an Editorial and Communications Intern at My French Life™.
Helena Bajaj Larsen -1 post
I am a half-Indian, half-Norwegian, Paris born & bred, 19-year-old Fashion Textiles student in New York City. I have been traveling from a young age, developing a strong interest in travel writing and travel photography. This passion led me to MyFrenchLife™.
Sonja Bajic -1 post
I am a mapmaker, illustrator, and author. I was born in a country that no longer exists, and for over a decade, I've been calling Paris my home. I create custom-made maps for people and businesses. I post often on Instagram. I write a lot on Substack. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sonjabajicstudio/ - Substack : https://sonjabajic.substack.com/
Cecile Baltenweck -2 posts
I am 25 years old French girl living in Melbourne. I love my city and love to share my inspiration and my lifestyle on my blog You Made My Day.
Melissa Barndon -5 posts
I've lived in some interesting places in my life, but I've made my home in France. The sense of history here is tangible, it's in my 250-year-old stone house with its old bread oven, it's in the hidden paths you find in ancient forests, it's in the armoires in the house of my husband's family. I write about French history and my travels in France here on my blog.
Jacinta Bayard -14 posts
I grew up with a deep curiosity about my surname, its French origins and history. I've always loved France and dreamed of living there one day. In 2022 a business opportunity allowed my family to move to the South of France. Recently I started writing about this experience.
Jennifer Bourne -22 posts
Born and raised in France, I became a New Yorker at heart when I moved to the US. Social media and online research are my specialties. Movies and TV series are my conversation starters. While I try to make the best out of my New York life, I stay in constant research of all things French. Follow me on Twitter and Google+.
Jennifer Bragg -8 posts
I am a former international television news journalist who’s had a lifelong passion for France. I love to write about all things French, focusing on the little cultural gems I’ve discovered while living here.
You'll find me on Substack - https://jennbragg.substack.com/
and Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/jenn_en_francais/
Debbie Brezinsky -2 posts
Hi, I’m Debbie Brezinsky. I adore sharing my love of Paris with MyFrenchLife.org Magazine members. The only place on earth besides Chicago & St. Louis (home) that captures my wholehearted attention. I never feel I’ve had enough of the beautiful City of Light!
Lauren Brooks -5 posts
I am a fundraising professional and Saint Louis, MO, resident with a love for all things French, literary, or lagomorphic. Though my introduction to French was through ballet, I later fell in love with French fiction. You can find additional book reviews from me on my blog at literarybread.com.
Susan Broomhall -13 posts
I am a historian of France, researching life in France from the middle ages to the Belle Epoque. You can find out more about my academic work here.
Jacqui Brown -11 posts
I have lived in a small and quirky French village since 2004 and am passionate about France and sharing my French village life, recipes inspired from my potager, French-themed book reviews, and author interviews. You'll find my blog here.
Ellen Burns -1 post
An English and Painting graduate born in Ballarat, Australia, I am currently based in Melbourne completing a MyFrenchLife Editorial Internship. My great passions in life are food and travel. I've visited Paris twice and can't wait to see more of France. Check out my personal blog or find me on Google+
Karen Bussen -8 posts
Love led me from New York to Paris, where I live and write about food, wine, my French language journey, and exploring l’hexagone with my husband. WSET level 3 in Wines & Spirits; French Wine Scholar (FWS). DALF C1 diplôme en langue française. For more, please find me on Substack: https://karenbussen.substack.com
Debra Campbell -5 posts
I'm Debra, a writer, and psychologist from Melbourne Australia. My personal passions include the French language, travel, cinema, literature & culture. I study French: online with native speakers & a regular conversation group. I'm looking forward to visiting France soon & perhaps living there.
Ailsa Cargill
Born and raised on the Cote D'Azure by British parents.I've inherited the best of both cultures, and I've embraced France's love of food. I've spent 10 years in PR in hospitality, gastronomy and drinks. I thrive on discovering new places. You'll find me here: https://regaleclub.substack/
Betty Carlson -4 posts
I've lived in France for over 30 years, mainly in the Occitanie region. I love getting off the beaten track and sharing my ongoing explorations. You can find me on Substack: France in Between | Betty Carlson | Substack - https://franceinbetween.substack.com/
