Proving that I am actually here

And so it begins

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November 28th 2008
Well it is the end of the first day. We have soldiered through all day without even a nap and everyone but me is sleeping away. We had a great trip over the country and then over the pond, without a hitch. We arrived to a very cold and cloudy day, but we didn't let that deter us. We went out and had coffee and lunch. Grabbed a shower and went out to see the Place de Veaux and Notre Dame and fi ... read more

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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