Here it goes. Yes another French administration post. I am sure you all love reading these as much as I love going to these places but hey, its part of the experience. Whenever anyone asks me with that sparkle in their eye about moving to wonderful and romantic Paris, I can’t help but ask if … Continue reading »
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It Doesn’t Get Better
When I was jumping through hoops and going through endless obstacle course to get my work visa last year, I thought that a large part of the problem was my lack of French. Although I knew the French administration was notorious, by expats and natives alike, for being inefficient, difficult, and downright impossible, I did … Continue reading »
Finger Crossed
I couldn’t believe it when I heard. Let me illustrate the scene. A French person. August. 18h45. Works in administration. Calls my boss. Gives her an email of the person working on my file. For those of you who have never dealt with French admin or visa issues, you have no idea who incredible this … Continue reading »
My Year in Review
Its official. One year ago today I was landing in Paris and running into the arms of the girl who helped me get here. I had no idea what was ahead of me and I definitely had no idea what I was getting myself into. I didn’t know that the best year was about to … Continue reading »
If there is a will, there is a way
It has been several months since I started down the path of trying to defeat the evil French administration. Although I would say I havent made great strides, every step (no matter how small), is getting my closer to staying here. It is such a frustrating system to be honest. I know I have gone … Continue reading »
And so it begins….
I did it. I am here. I can’t believe it. My own studio in the center of Paris. I honestly thought I would never see the day. A year ago, when I decided to move to France, this is what I had envisioned. Yeah I knew it wasn’t going to be this magnificent life in … Continue reading »
Closing a Chapter
I came to France with the idea I would be here just one year. I wanted to learn a new language, experience a different culture, and most importantly grow. I have to say, that on my last day of au pairing, I can look back and say I have done pretty well. The past 10 … Continue reading »
Yet Another Fail
Today was about the 83128430th attempt to get this visa thing sorted. No luck. Pas ici. That is what we were told. One day I will get it. Lets just hope it is in enough time to hold onto this job offer…
Attempt #Gadrillion
I am going to try and go to the DDTEFP (French Department of Labor) today. I am scared. But remaining hopeful. FIngers crossed that I find something out. Or even better… can deposit my file.
What if some things are just impossible?
The whole time growing up people tell you things like: “you can do anything if you put your mind to it,” and “you can be anything you want.” Encouraging? Yes. Truthful? I am starting to doubt… I have always been a really optimistic person. Partially because although I believe in fate, I also believe that … Continue reading »
