Where Did I Go

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Published 2024-04-12
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My name is Jay Swanson - I'm an American writer living in Paris on an artist visa. Paris (yes the one in France) has been my home for years now and I have every intention of staying here for as long as they'll have me. I write science-fiction and fantasy, vlogged daily for 3+ years, and love pizza a little too much. Now I make videos about visiting Paris, traveling in Europe, and try to share what I've learned along the way. I hope you enjoyed what you found.

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Patron Producer: Katy Kirksey
Edited by: My Broken Toe
Music by: The neighbor's construction cre

All Comments (21)
  • @Stewart.disney1
    Came here in 2017 for Paris info. Stayed around for life updated and such. Hope you can find the perfect blend to make your channel successful
  • @amyspeers8012
    Loved the daily vlogs…but love a well rested and happy Jay. Do what makes you happy and we will be here to watch. ❤
  • @annas1185
    Looked forward to the daily vlogs every day but can only imagine how much work that must be. Do what's best for you!
  • Loved the daily vlog. I'm going through withdrawal. LOL. But, seriously, thanks for the update and do what is best for YOU. Will look forward to any future content. 😊
  • @tammycarter7661
    To be honest, I missed the daily vlogs. It went well with my morning coffee break. Keep up the great content, Jay. I'll be here whenever you are! Have a fun weekend! Tammy, from🇨🇦
  • @amourflower9893
    Glad to see you ok, I would love to see more videos of what changes are happening around Paris for the Olympic and just Paris stuff likes quiet places to have lunch and flea markets and more locate places to visit. Stay safe and make sure you get your rest. Merci Beaucoup
  • @ChineseAg
    Happy to see you rested and enjoying going about your business!
  • @TheAimers27
    Loved my morning coffee with Jay & Cooper, but am happy that you’re happy! I’m looking forward to your perspective of the Olympics. I’ll be wearing my Paris In My Pocket t-shirt while watching the opening ceremonies!
  • @andyshacks7812
    I really enjoyed your daily vlogs but I’m glad you’ve decided to take a break and look after yourself. That map feature looks fantastic- now I wish I were coming to Paris to try it out lol. Great to hear from you Jay and you have a great weekend too! 👍👍
  • Nice to see you back - we missed your daily updates! We came initially for advice on Paris but we stayed and have become fans of watching content on both. We did feel towards the end of the daily vlog series that perhaps you were struggling for inspiration- but it certainly didn’t stop us from watching and enjoying 😊 We also love it when you get out of Paris …. A bit difficult given that’s what your channel is about but we love the London ones, your recent trip to La Rochelle - perhaps some trips around France could be another series to progress with :)
  • @erikat5678
    Hey Jay! Love your VLOGS but love it more when you are honest about self-care! Get rest! We will be here! 🎉❤
  • I looked forward to the daily vlogs! I appreciate the work and your need for a break! When you're ready to return know that it is a little bit of sunshine in my day!
  • @alicianielsen679
    I look forward to your daily vlogs and living vicariously through you and your life adventures. After a few days, I started checking to make sure I didn't miss a notification 😆. My work day was less bright without you in it!
  • @kimshivonne
    I loved opening up YouTube and being greeted with your daily vlog. I really enjoyed seeing them again! However, I respect your need for rest. The important thing is that you do what is best for you.
  • Really enjoyed the daily vlog reboot and will be happy whenever they happen again. Came to your channel very shortly before a trip to Paris. Pre-guide and not enough time to really benefit from all the information you had here at the time. I hope to return one day with much more knowledge and your guide on my phone. Ultimately, continued to be a viewer because of your daily vlog content. You upload just about when I get “ready” for work. Work from home getting ready routine is not much but made more enjoyable by watching your videos.
  • Amazing Paris In My Pocket map!! Can’t wait to use it when I visit Paris!
  • @SonnyGreenwichJr
    The withdrawal is real, my vicarious Paris life... ☘💪🏽👀👍🏽☘
  • Have you thought of doing just a Paris In My Pocket channel. Put all of you paris vlogs also in there as well. I am not sure it can be done, but i think it would be be advantageous to you also. I enjoy both your info. I originally came in 2019 to Paris info, but have stayed for both you Paris info and your life and friends as well. Continued success!!!
  • @HeleneR67
    ❤❤ the daily vlogs it's such a wonderful way to end my day and looked forward to hearing yours and Coopers adventures. Please don't be away too long 😮❤😊