Footloose in France
Adventures of the Barefoot blogger
Welcome! I’m Deborah, an American expat who has called the charming town of Uzès, France, home for nearly a decade. Through this website, I invite you to join me on an exciting journey as I share my experiences and insights from this beautiful corner of the world.
Time Flies. Make Memories!
 “Time flies” might sound a bit trite, but it seems to be truer than ever. That’s why I want to encourage my gal friends and followers to sign up for the “Memories You Promised Yourself” tour of the south of France with best selling author,
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Party Time in Nimes: Jeudi de Nimes
Every Thursday night during July and August the city of Nimes throws a party.
A Taste of Barcelona
My recent return to France and tasting Barcelona was a walk through memory lane. Almost eight years ago, I stopped in Barcelona before beginning my new life in Uzès....
Covid Caught Me
Running away from Covid doesn’t work. If it did, dashing back and forth to stay ahead or rush ahead of it failed me. This week, COVID caught me. All...
Why Nimes is a “Must See” for Roman History Lovers
Nimes What to See Why is Nimes a “must-see” for lovers of Roman history? Because it’s a city where you can literally see, touch, and experience Roman life in...
FĂŞte Votive: The Psychedelic and Bizarre
The parade down the main street of town, however, was straight out of a H.G. Wells novel.
The Doors and Windows of Marseille
The Doors and Windows of Marseille Marseille doors and windows were the highlights of my first proper visit to Marseille. I want to share them with you. Marseille, the...
A Holiday Gift With Meaning: A Blind Girl’s Dream
Verity Smith inspires me and thousands of others. She gives meaning to so many lives. She needs our help.
Today We Are All Parisians
Today, We Are All Parisians Ten voices silenced. One million new ones will appear.
“The Golden Girls” Loving Italy: Day 13 Cinque Terre
A side trip from Florence, Italy took “The Golden Girls” to the villages of Cinque Terre where colorful architecture and
Expat Tips: Nothing Is Easy About Moving To France
Nothing’s easy about moving to France. A new Barefoot Blogger friend is moving to Uzès and wants some expat tips