Martina, on the left, works in my section

Christmas markets

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December 20th 2008
The interns at UNESCO decided to get in the holiday spirit the other day and we had a secret Santa get together. It was a fun time and started to get me in the xmas spirit. That night, my friend Emilie and I decided to head to Champs Elysses and check out the holiday lights. Thierry recently got back from Japan and there was a sale on cameras. I decided to get a new one, hence the better nig ... read more

Europe » France » Île-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