watering cans in the graveyard in sète

adjusting to life in france

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January 26th 2007
montpellier is quite a change from minneapolis or st paul or the midwest in general. arriving here, i left behind a snowstorm and was greeted by palm trees and eighty degree weather. however, after two days, the weather turned nasty, and it is downright chilly now. i should have brought more than two sweaters, or at least a scarf. i've moved into my apartment, which is a very nice place but is in ... read more

Europe » France » Languedoc-Roussillon » Montpellier

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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