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Adjusting to a New Life

  • Writer: Lois Mills
    Lois Mills
  • Mar 9
  • 2 min read

In the U.S., many of you have just gone through daylight savings time. Some of you love it, some of you despise it—but over here in France, we won’t be adjusting our clocks until the end of March. And honestly, I’ve had enough adjusting for one month already.


Lois and her good friend Tom sit on a white couch in front of a large, modern wall clock with scattered numbers. Lois is dressed in a stylish lavender athleisure set, tying Tom’s shoe, while Tom, wearing a blue polo and patterned shorts, points up at the clock. The vibrant floral-patterned carpet adds a lively touch to the scene.Lois and her good friend Tom sit on a white couch in front of a large, modern wall clock with scattered numbers. Lois is dressed in a stylish lavender athleisure set, tying Tom’s shoe, while Tom, wearing a blue polo and patterned shorts, points up at the clock. The vibrant floral-patterned carpet adds a lively touch to the scene.
My friend, Tom, is always right on time!

Jet lag has finally started to let up, and after many restless nights, I finally got a full night’s sleep. But adjusting isn’t just about time zones. It’s about settling into a new life in a place that doesn’t quite feel like home yet.


The Case of the Wrong Address

I haven’t shared much about my interim apartment, mostly because I’ve been too busy trying to make it feel livable. The move-in experience didn’t help matters. After a long journey and hauling eight bags of luggage, I arrived at what I thought was my new home. I attempted to open doors only to find two very confused Parisians staring back at me. Turns out, I was on the wrong side of the building. The same complex, just the opposite street address. If only I had known before the workout of dragging my entire life up multiple flights of stairs.


Support From Afar

While I’m lucky to have my dear friend Lupe here with me for these first few weeks, helping me navigate the ups and downs of this transition, I’ve also been leaning on support from back home. Today’s blog photo is of me and my wonderful friend Tom. Though we’re now thousands of miles apart, he has been a rock for me through this entire process, reminding me that even when things feel uncertain, I have people who believe in me.


A Quick Giveaway Update

Thank you to everyone who participated in the Silver & Sensational Chic Essentials Giveaway! The winners have been contacted, so check your email in case it’s you. The bags will be going out next week, and I truly appreciate all of you who entered.


Every day in Paris brings something new—some wins, some frustrations, and a whole lot of learning. I may not have it all figured out yet, but I’m taking it one day at a time.


🤍, Lois

1 comentário

Jeanne Shanahan
Jeanne Shanahan
09 de mar.

I'm so glad you are finally in Paris. It's great Tom was with you, You have a super power. Bravery.

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