Lyon, France – Apr 20, 2026 – Finding Our Way in France: An American Couple’s Life in Lyon is a new memoir by Barbara Powell and Joseph Doniach that documents the deliberate relocation of an American couple from Palo Alto, California, to Lyon, France. The book presents a detailed account of the authors’ experiences adapting to a new cultural, administrative, and social environment over the course of three and a half years.
The book grew from a travel blog project, which Barbara and Joe wrote to keep family and friends updated on their adventures and daily life in France. The blog quickly gained attention for its candid and detailed observations, and a friend encouraged the authors to share their story with a wider audience.
In Finding Our Way in France, the couple draws on their original “bloglets” to offer episodic, descriptive accounts of French administration, neighborhood life, healthcare systems, and language immersion. Readers gain insight into both the practical and personal aspects of relocation, including the physical demands of navigating Lyon’s extensive network of stairways, establishing routines, and integrating into local social networks. The narrative captures the intersection of cultural exploration, disciplined adaptation, and sustained wellness practices that shaped their experience.
About the Authors:
Barbara Powell, a University of Oregon and Evergreen State College alumna with a background in Public Administration, first traveled internationally at age 20. That first trip, backpacking around European, informed a lifetime of travel and ultimately the decision to relocate abroad. Joe Doniach, a retired international airline pilot, comes from a family with a long history of international movement and has spent decades traveling professionally. Together, the authors combine personal reflection and practical experience, offering readers a unique perspective on expatriate life.
Finding Our Way in France is structured to provide a clear view of the couple’s journey while maintaining a narrative grounded in detail and observation. It highlights both the rewards and challenges of cross-cultural relocation, from mastering administrative procedures to building meaningful community connections.
The memoir is available now in print and digital formats worldwide.
Disclaimer: This press release is provided for informational purposes only. All statements regarding the book and the authors are accurate to the best of the publisher’s knowledge at the time of publication. Availability dates, formats, and content may change. This release does not constitute an endorsement or guarantee of publication outcomes.
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Company Name: FINDING OUR WAY IN FRANCE – AN AMERICAN COUPLE’S LIFE IN LYON
Contact Person: Barbara Powell and Joe Doniach
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Country: United States
Website: https://findingourwayinfrance.com/
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