Denis and the girls!

At Home in Paris.

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April 8th 2008
I arrived into Central Paris via the EuroStar. This is the coolest train EVER!! SO FAST. But still better than flying, I get to watch as the French countryside opens up in front of me, beautiful. From Gare du Nord (the end of the Eurostar Line in Paris) I made my way...all by myself using the two french words that i know...to the suburban train station and catch a train to Plasir-Gringon (Plaisir ... 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