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Wednesday - Halloween

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October 31st 2007
Paris, Oct. 31 Time to stuff our faces again - this time with an old Thorp family friend, Jean Pierre and his petite copine Dominique. Hard to see behind us is the Eiffel Tower all lit up like a lighted tower. Too big to be a Christmas tree. On the hour, it turns on some flashy lights, and it sparkles all over Paris. Dinner was lovely - oh, that was England. Dinner was delicieux and the co ... 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