French Style and Eloquence vs. American Facts or German Details
Americans and Germans are used to a direct communication style that the French perceive as…
4 Reasons Behind The Success of “House of Cards” in France and Germany
American TV show “House of Cards” has also been a hit in France and Germany….
Election Day: Differences Between Germany and the US
After monitoring the American election last year and casting my vote in the French presidential…
Americans really know how to organize big events
I don’t know if I’ve ever mentioned that I’m a big fan of American event…
The No-Go Rule of French and German Small Talk
Remember last week’s post about reverse culture shock in Germany? I complained about unfriendly Germans…
Experiencing Reverse Culture Shock in Germany
I didn’t expect to encounter a reverse culture shock after living and working in the…
School Dress Code: Differences Between the US and Germany
Two years ago, my daughter wrote an essay for her English class entitled, Why I…
I love lobster. Luckily for me, I live in the US!
Do you remember my rant about American food last month? Well, if there is one…
Why Not Send Your Kids To Summer Camp in Germany?
In Mayence, Germany, I paid $170 for a one-week tennis camp for one of my…
Annoyed by German high-speed trains
I’m writing this blog from a German high-speed train traveling about 50 mph. …Waaas? (German…
I Love Positivity In American Schools!
For what it’s worth, here is a brief account of my experience with positivity in…
Something I really dislike in America: Plastics
America: the land of plastics Cucumbers are sleeved in plastic films, and baby carrots are…
I Love The American Principle Of Making Good Choices
When it comes to parenting, I’m a big fan of the American principle of making…
I Hate Preparing Lunchboxes!
Preparing lunchboxes is the one thing I dislike most about living in the US. I’m…
June 2017 – Catherine’s Intercultural World in Review
Lidl’s new stores opening in the US, the dynamic discounters in Germany, worldwide climate change,…
Why Has German Culture Largely Disappeared from the US?
German cars, kindergarten, and noodles are remnants of the vibrant German culture in the US….
Major and Minor Differences Between Cinema in France, Germany, and the US
Differences between films in France, Germany, and the US are mostly caused by cultural preferences….
Do you want to know why American food is so bad?
American food is in a crisis, states economist Tyler Cowen. Many Europeans agree that American…
May 2017 – Catherine’s Intercultural World in Review
France’s new president, a handshake that went viral, and German humor at its best were…
Comparing American, German, and French Advertising
During our trip to Cuba, my daughter pointed out that I’ve never talked about advertising…