In this heartfelt episode of the Away We Go We Go podcast, I sit down with my inspiring mom, Camy, to share her incredible story of retiring in France. My mom grew up in a large family in Nebraska and later made the life-changing decision to move to Provence. In this episode, she shares her lifelong love of travel, the challenges of relocating abroad, and what it truly takes to feel at home in a new country.

We chat about the realities of obtaining a French long-stay visa, navigating French bureaucracy, and the lessons learned about moving overseas. My mom also shares practical tips for anyone considering retirement abroad, the importance of learning the language, finding community, and embracing French culture. Her honest insights about the ups and downs of expat life, from the thrill of lavender fields to the patience needed for paperwork, are both moving and encouraging.

If you’ve ever dreamed of retiring in France, or simply want to hear a story about reinvention and bravery at any age, this episode is for you! Tune in for practical advice, a few laughs (and tears), and inspiration to make your own dreams a reality. 

Links:

https://france-visas.gouv.fr/en/your-arrival-in-france

https://adrianleeds.com/

https://www.instagram.com/camy_en_provence

Contact info:

Website: 

https://sophieepton.com/

Instagram: 

@thesophiepton

@jordanepton

-Intro and outro music produced by Jeremy Silver-