More pictures! courtesy of Joanna Matthesien October 2nd 2006 Here are more pictures. I know, I'm adding a lot. Yesturday, I went on a car ride through the French country side in Allier (my department) and had a lovely lunch. ... read more
Europe » France » Auvergne » Vichy 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
A year ago, in November, I found an incredibly perfect oppurtunity. Needing escape from the dark and industrial Hamilton Ontario, and needing a necessary break from a horrid break up and a terrible rut, I had researched many exchanges, but none seemed to fit. Until one cold late autumn night I got an email, and immediately called my parents. "This is meant for me" I said, "I have to do this". And with that, so began my journeys. It took tons of paper work, first with applications, letters of interest, references, and more. I got an interview. I aced it, I knew I aced when I walked out of the r... full info