Moving to France and in Need of Advice on How...

I suggest you read the book, "A year in the Merde".

Jayunglee and #6 ntthegrixdr:

There is a very delicate balance between "negative" and "realistic". The posters above (with the exception of myself) live in France, or have lived in France. They are trying to help you and I would Pay Attention to what they have to say. It is NOT easy to move to another country, culture to live and work...but with awareness, attention, research, LOVE and effort it can always be done. Listen to what others are trying to tell you, they have nothing to gain ... (do you think that they are in the employ of the French Embassy?)..No. I wish you well.

And #6, ntth......Quote: "I don't speak a word of French, its not going to stop me.." If you intend to move to and work in France, it WILL stop you, unless your idea of a new career is to wash dishes or pick grapes. Have some respect for the country that you are moving to.

I'd be interested to hear Kerouac on this subject. He is born in Mississippi but of French descent, and now lives and works in Paris.