Mike

San Sebastian and Cow Jumping

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May 28th 2006
Yesterday we drove down to San Sebastian, which is a Spanish town right on the border. We all fell asleep, but I think the drive took about an hour and a half. Being residents of a Chateau, we naturally have a driver to take us places. His name is Patrice, and he drives the manual minivan (do they even sell manual minivans in the states?) like a race car. As it turns out, he is a pretty intere ... read more

Europe » France » Midi-Pyrénées

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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