When William is offered a job with a company in France, Hester is eager to move across the Channel. However doubts creep in when they struggle to find a house and their daughter objects to selling the family home.

William and Hester set out to conquer a new country, a new language, and a new culture.

The English Channel and Hester pose problems during the move to France.

William's first day in a French office is complicated by language problems.

Hester cooks a traditional English meal to impress William's French boss.

The Fields' daughter Emma comes to visit during the 200th anniversary of the French Revolution.

The Fields plan a Christmas celebration with all the family, however they find their daughter has made alternative arrangements. Hester tries to teach the students at the local school some English carols and her Christmas pudding does not go down too well with the neighbours.