Losing his head

A day of relaxation

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May 29th 2009
We have now been in Paris for one whole week and done most of the touristy things that we had planned to do. In our original plan, we were to leave tomorrow and have today to pack up. As it turns out, most we have decided to stay an extra two days so there is no rush. Benjamin has taken to French food and wants only French bread and Rockford cheese for breakfast, an expensive habit that he wil ... 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