Bonjour, Happiness!: Secrets to Finding Your Joie de Vivre

French women didn't invent happiness. But they know a thing or two about joie de vivre--being alive to each delicious moment.As a young girl, Jamie Cat Callan was fascinated by her French grandmother. Though she had little money, Jamie's grand-mère ate well, dressed well, and took joy in simple, everyday pleasures. As Jamie journeyed through France as an adult, she gained more insight into the differences between French and American women. French women--whether doctors, shop owners, or housewives--don't worry about being thin enough, young enough, or accomplished enough. They age gracefully and celebrate their bodies. They know how to balance their lives--to love food without overeating, to work hard but not too much, to relish friends and family, and still make time for themselves. Now Jamie draws on everything French women have taught her and shows you how to: Buy and consume less--and enjoy moreLook like a million Euros on a few francsFind time to be aloneFlirt à la françaiseRediscover your own mystery Perfection isn't attainable, but happiness always is. And this uplifting, revelatory book shows every woman how to embrace it--and savor it. Praise for French Women Don't Sleep Alone"Adorable!" –Erica Jong"Reveals sexy French secrets for upping your confidence and attracting potential mates. . . Your inner Goddess will rejoice!" –Bonnie Fuller "Entertaining and informative!" –Helena Frith-Powell