Euston
English expat in France
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About me
English
Lives in St P茅e sur Nivelle
Speaks French
Registration: 21 October 2018
been here a long time by GuestPoster5693
Hi, We helped our daughter and her family move to charente maritime in 2004, fell in love with the area, so we moved the next year about 20 mins away from her. We are in our late 70`s have no neighbours and our french is very limited cos we do not ...
Hi Barry, Well I hope your health improves for 2019., nothing is more important than your health, absolutely nothing as if you are not well you can't even take care of others! As for insulting foreigners! I do hope you manage to insult some of ... Read More
Walking/running guide
I doubt it is accurate, or at least it is confused. There are qualified mountain guides and indeed have to have the qualification to lead groups in the mountains. For low level walks there are many walking clubs and though insurance and a medical ... Read More
Moving to Cholet in May 2019 by Ajnurse888
Bonjour! My husband and I are moving to Cholet next spring. He is being relocated with the Michelin company. We have been married four years this spring. We do not have children but we have two cats and two dogs that keep our household ...
Have a nice time in Cholet. May I make one suggestion? I really do mean it in the nicest possible way but if you want to improve your French then stay away from ex-pats like the plague!!! French people (who don't speak English) are very warm ... Read More
been here a long time by GuestPoster5693
Hi, We helped our daughter and her family move to charente maritime in 2004, fell in love with the area, so we moved the next year about 20 mins away from her. We are in our late 70`s have no neighbours and our french is very limited cos we do not ...
Hi Barry, First, I hope you had a merry Christmas and I wish you a happy New Year, whatever it brings! I have just got back from holiday and seen you last post so I apologise for a late reply. I find it sad that you say Britain ... Read More
been here a long time by GuestPoster5693
Hi, We helped our daughter and her family move to charente maritime in 2004, fell in love with the area, so we moved the next year about 20 mins away from her. We are in our late 70`s have no neighbours and our french is very limited cos we do not ...
Oh you can have the last word no matter how erudite!, no problem at all. Just interesting to see how your mind works! Will you remain in France after Brexit ? Do try to keep it civil or your posts are deleted and you're wasting your time. A ... Read More
been here a long time by GuestPoster5693
Hi, We helped our daughter and her family move to charente maritime in 2004, fell in love with the area, so we moved the next year about 20 mins away from her. We are in our late 70`s have no neighbours and our french is very limited cos we do not ...
Obviously a man of few words! Almost intelligent too! Read More
Dating and finding love as an expat in France by Priscilla
Hello, With cultural barriers and different dating norms, finding love as an expat abroad can be exciting and challenging at the same time. Is it easy to meet other fellow single people in France? How do you go about meeting people ...
There is only one way to meet people! You have to make the effort; be it clubs, on line wherever. As for cultural differences: If you are from Asia there will be cultural differences but almost anywhere else the culture is similar so no problem. Is ... Read More
Driving license by pugs_hugs
Hi expat community! I am looking into getting my driver's license switched over to a french one, because I live here in France with a titre de s茅jour. They ask for proof that my american driver's license is STILL valid, that is ...
You simply have to get a statement from your licensing authority in the USA. stating that your licence is valid, no bans etc. In other words write to them explaining what you are trying to do. The licensing authority will almost certainly have done ... Read More
In retrospect, would you move again to France? by Christine
Hi all, If you had to look back on your expat experience in France, would you heartily say "let聮s do it again"? From the preparation stage to your actual everyday life in your new country, what did you enjoy the most? Would you do certain ...
A good and sensible post. In nutshell, do your research, make sure you have enough money and don't whinge as it will be your fault if it goes wrong! Read More
In retrospect, would you move again to France? by Christine
Hi all, If you had to look back on your expat experience in France, would you heartily say "let聮s do it again"? From the preparation stage to your actual everyday life in your new country, what did you enjoy the most? Would you do certain ...
Thanks for your posts. I doubt we will ever agree on some points but feel there is a meeting point on others, can't be bad can it? I wish you well and maybe one day we can have that glass of wine. Have a nice day, ... Read More
In retrospect, would you move again to France? by Christine
Hi all, If you had to look back on your expat experience in France, would you heartily say "let聮s do it again"? From the preparation stage to your actual everyday life in your new country, what did you enjoy the most? Would you do certain ...
A most interesting. post and answers many of my unasked questions. Personally I don't believe in Jesus or any God. So much of what you have written simply doesn't resonate with me. Everyman should be free to pursue his own direction, ... Read More
In retrospect, would you move again to France? by Christine
Hi all, If you had to look back on your expat experience in France, would you heartily say "let聮s do it again"? From the preparation stage to your actual everyday life in your new country, what did you enjoy the most? Would you do certain ...
We are not going to agree, apart from some minor points. I happen to agree that the media is, generally pathetic. We would all like to see 'truth' and accuracy in reporting but it is a little naive to think that the media, either state ... Read More
In retrospect, would you move again to France? by Christine
Hi all, If you had to look back on your expat experience in France, would you heartily say "let聮s do it again"? From the preparation stage to your actual everyday life in your new country, what did you enjoy the most? Would you do certain ...
As you have said, we have our own opinion. I disagree with your views but then it would be a strange world if we all agreed! You talk about rights but unfortunately the world we live in, as adults anyway, cannot simply afford 'rights' as a ... Read More
In retrospect, would you move again to France? by Christine
Hi all, If you had to look back on your expat experience in France, would you heartily say "let聮s do it again"? From the preparation stage to your actual everyday life in your new country, what did you enjoy the most? Would you do certain ...
I don't suppose it has occurred to you that by being British (I presume you are?) the right and freedom to make the choices you have made are because of the freedoms granted you by the U.K. The U.K. you now so despise? In any event I disagree ... Read More
been here a long time by GuestPoster5693
Hi, We helped our daughter and her family move to charente maritime in 2004, fell in love with the area, so we moved the next year about 20 mins away from her. We are in our late 70`s have no neighbours and our french is very limited cos we do not ...
Your welcome. As long as you are content to be isolated and are happy, who am I to offer advice! Read More
been here a long time by GuestPoster5693
Hi, We helped our daughter and her family move to charente maritime in 2004, fell in love with the area, so we moved the next year about 20 mins away from her. We are in our late 70`s have no neighbours and our french is very limited cos we do not ...
I feel sure that you if you make the effort to learn French then life would be much easier. It doesn't necessarily cost much, if anything. There are often courses run by volunteers (French volunteers) held at the local community centres. There ... Read More
BREXIT by Euston
I would be most interested in discussing the subject of Brexit. Just about everyone has a view, and an opinion! Most, if not all, I read on the subject from the public stance is quite heated with both camps claiming this or that is/will ...
I couldn't vote. had I been able to I would have voted leave. Many people find it odd that as I have lived in France for nearly twenty years I am against the E.U. I, obviously, don't think it odd! I simply believe that countries should ... Read More
BREXIT by Euston
I would be most interested in discussing the subject of Brexit. Just about everyone has a view, and an opinion! Most, if not all, I read on the subject from the public stance is quite heated with both camps claiming this or that is/will ...
I think, more to the point is that it is a very long time since we joined and now have seen it's not a particularly good arrangement, hence the referendum. Personally I'm pleased we are leaving. I do not know what is in store but I want my ... Read More
BREXIT by Euston
I would be most interested in discussing the subject of Brexit. Just about everyone has a view, and an opinion! Most, if not all, I read on the subject from the public stance is quite heated with both camps claiming this or that is/will ...
I think we disagree on a couple of points and agree on others, not bad at all! The 'hindsight' refers to the outcome of the referendum. I have never seen anywhere that the referendum was/is binding. I think that is just another one of those ... Read More
BREXIT by Euston
I would be most interested in discussing the subject of Brexit. Just about everyone has a view, and an opinion! Most, if not all, I read on the subject from the public stance is quite heated with both camps claiming this or that is/will ...
You are right of course, at least so far as nothing has been agreed. As for Cameron being a fool; well I doubt being a fool qualifies you to become Prime Minister of Great Britain. Still, it is your opinion that he is a fool. Personally I doubt ... Read More
BREXIT
I would be most interested in discussing the subject of Brexit. Just about everyone has a view, and an opinion! Most, if not all, I read on the subject from the public stance is quite heated with both camps claiming this or that is/will ... Read More
FRANCE FORUM CODE OF CONDUCT by expat.com
Hi all, In order to keep the forum clear, friendly and useful, we invite you to follow these guidelines. They have been made to help you in using the forum. [b]FIRST STEPS ON THE FORUM:[/b] > Before writing, we invite you to have a look at the ...
Well actually, whilst not appearing to be pedantic, what appears on the forum is not up to its members! Not if you can simply delete it because you don't like it! However I will take your suggestion and start a new topic. Read More
FRANCE FORUM CODE OF CONDUCT by expat.com
Hi all, In order to keep the forum clear, friendly and useful, we invite you to follow these guidelines. They have been made to help you in using the forum. [b]FIRST STEPS ON THE FORUM:[/b] > Before writing, we invite you to have a look at the ...
So, in short, what you are saying is that you don't wan't, indeed won't print, opinions or views on any given subject. I thought the idea of a forum was just that.i.e. discussion and an exchange of views and opinions. It seems I was ... Read More
10-YR Carte de Sejour Renewal
I have just received my 10 year Carte de Sejour and there was definitely NOT a language requirement. I'm not sure where the other post received her information but it is the first time I have ever seen any reference to it and I'm positive ... Read More
FRANCE FORUM CODE OF CONDUCT by expat.com
Hi all, In order to keep the forum clear, friendly and useful, we invite you to follow these guidelines. They have been made to help you in using the forum. [b]FIRST STEPS ON THE FORUM:[/b] > Before writing, we invite you to have a look at the ...
You haven't answered my question. Sending a PM would be pointless. Read More
FRANCE FORUM CODE OF CONDUCT by expat.com
Hi all, In order to keep the forum clear, friendly and useful, we invite you to follow these guidelines. They have been made to help you in using the forum. [b]FIRST STEPS ON THE FORUM:[/b] > Before writing, we invite you to have a look at the ...
My question is about the Code of Conduct. Your code seems a little ambiguous. Can I talk about politics and Religion or not? Your Code of conduct states specifically that comments won't be accepted on the subject(s) Well Brexit is political, ... Read More
Preparing my case for "carte de sejour conjoint" by Sam_El Mauriziano
Bonjour, I will soon make my way to the "prefecture de Nice" to submit my demand for "carte de sejour conjoint EU" Did anybody on the forum went through the same thing more or less, what are the things to know? questions to ...
O.k; Mine was a straightforward Carte de Sejour application. I have lived here for 20 years and it was only on the advice of the both French and British governments that I applied for the Carte. I live in the Pays Basque so my local Sous Prefecture ... Read More
Looking to move from England to Limousine by Thesharps
We are looking to move to an area which both scenic and quiet but also has a fair amount of ex pats. We currently live in the countryside in the UK and our silence is shattered by scrambling motorcycles and peoples complete disregard for other ...
If I had to suggest something then it would be not to live in an area with a high percentage of expats. Obviously if that is what you want then so be it but to enjoy the full flavour of France, and the French, I would suggest an area without a ... Read More
Preparing my case for "carte de sejour conjoint" by Sam_El Mauriziano
Bonjour, I will soon make my way to the "prefecture de Nice" to submit my demand for "carte de sejour conjoint EU" Did anybody on the forum went through the same thing more or less, what are the things to know? questions to ...
I don"t know what a Carte de Sejour conjoint is! I have, however, just received my carte de Sejour, valid for ten years. If they're one and the same I would be happy to tell you the procedure I went through though apparently it does change ... Read More
FRANCE FORUM CODE OF CONDUCT by expat.com
Hi all, In order to keep the forum clear, friendly and useful, we invite you to follow these guidelines. They have been made to help you in using the forum. [b]FIRST STEPS ON THE FORUM:[/b] > Before writing, we invite you to have a look at the ...
Would you be kind enough to reply to my question, Regards, Ken Read More
FRANCE FORUM CODE OF CONDUCT by expat.com
Hi all, In order to keep the forum clear, friendly and useful, we invite you to follow these guidelines. They have been made to help you in using the forum. [b]FIRST STEPS ON THE FORUM:[/b] > Before writing, we invite you to have a look at the ...
So if I, for example, say Brexit is bad that won't be acceptable, is that right? Read More
Language barriers in France by Priscilla
Hello, Learning a new language is a part of the expat process. Let's find out how crucial it is to know the language in France. What is the official language in France, and what are the other popular spoken languages? Is it possible to live ...
Couldn't agree more. It is rude and arrogant to simply stick to English. Mind you that is why there are British 'enclaves'. They feel secure and have no need to learn the language. I have also found that many people, whilst appearing to ... Read More
New members of the France forum, introduce yourselves here - 2018 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the France forum? Don聮t know how to start? This thread is for you聽;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
Hi everyone, I have lived in France for 20 years. I speak French though still go to 'school'! I moved here with my wife when we both retired. I was a London Fireman and my wife a lawyer. We moved to the Pays Basque ... Read More
FRANCE FORUM CODE OF CONDUCT by expat.com
Hi all, In order to keep the forum clear, friendly and useful, we invite you to follow these guidelines. They have been made to help you in using the forum. [b]FIRST STEPS ON THE FORUM:[/b] > Before writing, we invite you to have a look at the ...
Good morning, Does matters relating to Brexit or indeed any comment on, say, French or British government legislation come under your 'Topics relating to politics or religion won't be accepted'? Many thanks. Read More
Has anyone had installed a double manual gate
There may be a very good reason why you don't D.I.Y. but it is a fairly easy job to do yourself. I could offer advice and I'm sure there are are others who would too. Read More