Life in a Tiny French Village: What Went Wrong?

Life in a small French village seemed like a dream. But for one couple, it turned into a nightmare. They moved from a big city to a tiny village near the husband's family. They thought it would be peaceful and relaxing. But it wasn't. First, there was the problem of getting around. In the city, they could walk or take public transport. But in the village, they needed a car. Without one, they felt stuck. They tried biking, but the hills were too steep. Walking took too long. Even after they got a car, the wife couldn't drive it. She thought about getting a license, but it was too expensive. Then there was the house. It was big and beautiful. But it was also a lot of work. They had to take care of the garden, the barn, and even the horse stables. It was like having a full-time job. The wife missed the simplicity of apartment living.Food was another challenge. In the city, they could order takeout or try new restaurants. In the village, there were no delivery services. The nearest takeout was an hour away. And the selection of ingredients was limited. Simple things like sesame oil were hard to find. Making friends was tough too. The village was small, and most people were older. They didn't always see eye to eye. Language was a barrier as well. The wife's French wasn't good enough for deep conversations. She felt isolated. But it wasn't all bad. They loved the beauty of the countryside. They grew their own food and picked wild berries. They even improved their French. But in the end, the challenges outweighed the benefits. After two years, they moved to Lyon. It was a bigger city, but still close to nature and family.