Saturday, May 23, 2026

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The French Never Apologize for Their Home

When French hosts invite you over, they never say "excuse the mess" or "sorry it is small." They welcome you warmly into whatever space they have. Confidence in your home is more inviting than a perfect home.

Next time someone comes over, resist every urge to apologize. Do not mention the dishes in the sink. Do not explain the clutter. Just say "welcome, sit down, what will you drink?" and mean it.

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