The Ties that Bind in Fête de la Musique
Expat Living and Real EstateSuggested Song: The Ties that Bind, Bruce Springsteen
Suggested Drink: Domain Saint Aix rosé
I’m back in the U.S. for 3 weeks. I always miss home when travelling, but I’m sharing fun times with people I love, mixing in a bit of work that I enjoy, getting my fix of Americana like smoked BBQ and sweet tea and friendly waitresses who say darlin’, and staying in sunny locales with good wine and lively music. No need to reach for the Kleenex just yet.
Continue reading here for details the flow of daily expat life in Aix-en-Provence and how random encounters can create wonderful friendships in Provence.
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