I have titled this blog as the phrase I have used most while in Paris. Unfortunately, my almost 7 years of French class has been almost completely forgotten. I haev been able to have a few basic conversations en francais, but for the most part I will say hello and then ask if they speak english, which by the way, most of them do. And if you make a small effort to speak some french, they are even more willing to help you. So, my overall impressions of Paris: 1. Most people here DO speak English, they just don't like to advertise it. 2. The city is very dirty. I didn't expect all the urine smells, trash on the street and cigarette butts everywhere you go. 3. Paris IS for lovers. I have seen so many
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