Taking a Break

Paris in the Fall!

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October 1st 2009
Paris...I am impressed! We rented an apartment in Paris, so we are living amongst the Parisans and living as they do. So we go to the boulangerie every morning for a fresh, warm baguette or crosissants and in the evening for bread for our meal, and at lunch to eat with our meat and cheese. In the neighbourhoods, you will find boulangeries, boucheries (meat shops), fromageries (cheese shops), an ... 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