HeyJaredCynthia Spillman
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- Sep 11, 2026
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How to deal with badly behaved grandchildren in France (opens the original)
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A reader asks how to set boundaries before family visits I live in France with my second husband, who has two children – and now grandchildren – from his previous marriage in the US. The grandchildren are little ruffians who have absolutely no boundaries. They will be staying with us for two weeks later this year and I’m already embarrassed about taking them out, as French children seem so much better behaved. I also resent how they treat our house – last time they visited, they trashed it! Ther
Family conflict in France: should I cut off my cousin? (opens the original)
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A reader considers ending a difficult family relationship My cousin and I moved to France as young adults. We were always close as children, despite him being a few years older. This bond only grew stronger when we moved, as we had no other family close by. However, since he got married 10 years ago, relations have soured. His wife is the bossiest person I have ever met. Whenever she barks “Jump!”, he responds with “How high?”. I can’t stand their constant put-downs of me and my wife. Every deci
Family conflict in France: should I cut off my cousin? (opens the original)
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A reader considers ending a difficult family relationship My cousin and I moved to France as young adults. We were always close as children, despite him being a few years older. This bond only grew stronger when we moved, as we had no other family close by. However, since he got married 10 years ago, relations have soured. His wife is the bossiest person I have ever met. Whenever she barks “Jump!”, he responds with “How high?”. I can’t stand their constant put-downs of me and my wife. Every deci
I moved to France for a better life – so why do I feel like a failure? (opens the original)
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Columnist Cynthia Spillman gives her tips to overcome house envy I moved to France imagining a simpler, more enjoyable life. Yet lately I find myself dreading invitations from friends. One couple has a beautiful stone farmhouse with a pool and guest cottage. Another has renovated a huge village house that looks as though it belongs in a magazine. Meanwhile, my home is perfectly comfortable, but much smaller and less impressive. I know I should be grateful, but every time I visit these friends, I
My friends in France are meeting without me – how do I handle feeling shut out? (opens the original)
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Columnist Cynthia Spillman helps with a reader's dilemma I am a very shy, single 50-year-old woman and have taken years to make friends in France. I recently introduced a newcomer to my group of friends and now they are inviting all these people to their house but excluding me. How do I deal with this? I feel terribly hurt and disappointed. I am sorry that you find yourself in this upsetting situation. It is a really uncomfortable position to be in. It can make you feel sidelined and even a litt
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