The Queen's Bedchamber

Everybody's Working for the Weekend...except me.

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September 10th 2007
Bonjour!- I am finally getting around to posting my weekend activity! And, to my surprise, there was no shortage of interesting encounters and activities. I am getting accustomed to speaking French at a very rudimentary level but some folks still don’t appreciate the effort. I am outed as an American pretty easily. I tried to order ice cream last night and before I could even say, “Bonjour†... read more

Europe » France » ÃŽle-de-France » Paris

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Although ultimately a victor in World Wars I and II, France suffered extensive losses in its empire, wealth, manpower, and rank as a dominant nation-state. Nevertheless, France today is one of the most modern countries in the world and is a leader am... ... read more