The French Fam

It's Not The Heat...

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June 13th 2006
Being desert rats, we are not used to humidity, and when you add humidity to 85 - 90 degree temperatures, stir in a few million people and make them crowd together in stifling Metro trains, the results are not pretty, nor do they smell very nice. But, alas, it's all part of the experience, right? A special treat for Cathleen (hmmm, isn't this entire trip a special treat?!?), we visited the fam ... 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