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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Solo Travel Tips and Wisdom
Solo travel is the passion that started it all, and it's still my favorite way to see the world. Here are some tips I've learned.
“The Most Elegant Woman in Paris”
If France had been within the realm of my imagination while growing up, surely Jacqueline Delubac would have been close to the top of my list of idols.
Uzès on Second COVID Lockdown
Uzès is on the second COVID lockdown. In a small town, we are experiencing a severe outburst of infections. Stone walls and lofty towers are not protecting us from...
20 Things That Are So Odd In France
Some of the simplest things in France are the most unusual and most complicated.
Paris Dream
My Paris dream is to visit the French city— the most beautiful, romantic place on earth, like I have all the time in the world.
7 Days in Dordogne: Up, Up and Away!
What a day! A visit to Chenonceau ended our tour on a high note. My traveling companion and long-lost and found friend from grade school, Julie, and I put...
Winter Market in Uzès: It’s Not Quite the Same
Uzès Winter Saturday Market You should be here in February if you’ve visited the Uzès, Saturday Market, during tourist season
The Best Ever Chocolat Chaud
So much time, so many places, so much chocolate
A Photo Guide to the SNCF/TGV Trains at Paris’ CDG Airport
If you’re like me, finding my way around airports and train stations is sometimes tricky. Since I often take a
“French Bo-Bo” Style for the Holidays is Trés Chic
You know if I’m spending the holidays in Uzes, I’m going to visit l’Atelier des Ours. It’s just down the street