Posts Categorized: My Life

Stork Brings Spring Back To French Alpes

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After a disappointing snow season in the snow alpes, I’ve been left wondering what type of weather is to come for the rest of winter. A stork gives me some kind of indication that winter may be leaving early this year. Let’s say when your husband makes snowboards for a living and can hook you… Read more »

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The French Are Pessimistic

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My French cousin was over for dinner when he said, “France is a depressed country.” He was referring to this Expatica article about how pessimistic the French are and how the nation relies on anti-depressants more than ever. French pessimism is nothing new. The French are Europe’s biggest consumer of anti-depressants. But their gloomy tendencies… Read more »

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At The Turbine: How The World Uses Water

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Ana and I went to the Turbine located in the downtown of Cran-Gevrier to check out their water exposition and learn how the world uses water. The Turbine is a cultural center that combines a library, a movie theatre, and a center for scientific and industrial technology. The exposition was concentrated around the use of… Read more »

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Fondue And You: Ana’s First Fondue

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My bestfriend Ana is in town from Miami and one of the many things she has tried is fondue savoyard. Would she love it? Find out.

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Life Lessons 2005-2010

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We’re a few weeks into 2011 and with that, I’ve learned a lot in the last five years. Check out life lessons I’ve learned from 2005 to 2010 and see if you recognize any from your own experience. 2005 Explore the world, other cultures, and ideas. Discover your roots. Get lots of advice from your… Read more »

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