On our way to the bus stop

Bathing in Champagne Bubbles

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October 14th 2008
After about a month in any place, you just need to get out. Your head is at the bursting point because of everything you have had to absorb to live. So, my friends (Sophia, Kevin, and Trixi) and I went to Reims (Rheims in English) for the weekend. I think so many years working in a museum have caused me to become somewhat of a history buff. I spent the weekend basking in the history of a city ... read more

Europe » France » Champagne-Ardenne » Reims

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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