Christmas

X-Mas in Germany, New Year's in Paris

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January 23rd 2007
I just realized I haven't updated since November -almost 2 months ! what a record! hmm, what I can remember best is the week of holidays. I decided to go to Germany last minute (Olesia, my Russian-German friend invited me), and it was simply amazing there. Olesia lives in Cologne, with her family. They all were extremely nice to me, and I was so touched by this inivitation, since it is always har ... read more

Europe » France » Île-de-France » Paris

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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