My room at Hotel Delambre

Lounging

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September 20th 2014
Geo: 48.8331, 2.3264Traffic was pretty awful getting to SeaTac this afternoon. There was construction around Montlake, and the freeway was just backed up like usual. I was getting a little worried, but we made it to the airport in plenty of time. And then I found out that my flight was delayed one hour. Sigh ... On the bright side, John knows a secretary at Byrnes & Keller who is married to a g ... read more

Europe » France

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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