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An American in Paris writes about France and the USA

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Gloves Weather in Paris

It's cold in Paris this morning. Yesterday I went out to do some errands in a light rain-- this is normal Paris weather but I had spent the whole summer and... Read more
Posted on 11 October 2013 EXPAT, SELF EXPRESSION, TRAVEL
Paris: the Bridge of Love Locks

In the old days, a lovelock was a lock of hair given to someone you love. Nowadays, though, it makes a lot of people think of the locks attached to bridges,... Read more
Posted on 05 October 2013 CULTURE, EXPAT, SELF EXPRESSION, TRAVEL
Anomalies of American Life: Standing Ovations

Went to the ballet last night-- it was a fabulous production of La Dame aux camélias at the Opéra Garnier. The book, by Alexandre Dumas fils, tells the story... Read more
Posted on 04 October 2013 CULTURE
Another View of the Eiffel Tower

Senegalese vendors, people taking pictures, and trash. No Rom children today offering "petitions"-- maybe this is why. A network of pickpockets targeting... Read more
Posted on 30 September 2013 CULTURE, EXPAT, SELF EXPRESSION, TRAVEL
The Obedient Credit-card Machine

There were lots of beautiful flowers to welcome me back to Paris, but there was nothing to eat in the house because everyone is on a diet. No ice cream, no nuts... Read more
Posted on 27 September 2013 CULTURE, EXPAT, SELF EXPRESSION, TRAVEL
Welcome to France! Is That a Rolex I See in Your Pocket?

I am back in Paris, but just for a few days. After that I'll be gone until mid-September. Arriving at the airport this morning, I was struck by all the signs... Read more
Posted on 19 August 2013 CULTURE, EXPAT, SELF EXPRESSION, TRAVEL
Paris is Popular

Traveling in Asia, no time to write. But here are a few French things along the way! Paris is a symbol for so many desires, of people all over the world. Read more
Posted on 13 June 2013 CULTURE, EXPAT, SELF EXPRESSION, TRAVEL
No Tips for Taxis

As you've probably noticed, I've been pretty busy lately and have been traveling a lot. I took a taxi home from the airport. The driver was nice, a French man... Read more
Posted on 07 June 2013 CULTURE, EXPAT, SELF EXPRESSION, TRAVEL
Anomalies of French Life: Subsidies for the Intermittents Du Spectacle

[From 2004, when the intermittents threatened to halt the Cannes film festival] Reproduced by kind permission of Placide France is facing a major budget deficit... Read more
Posted on 04 June 2013 EXPAT, POLITICS, SELF EXPRESSION, SOCIETY, TRAVEL
Berbers Again

Our refrigerator had stopped making ice, and I called up the SAV (service-après-vente or after-sale service) to ask for a repairman. "Ah, an American... Read more
Posted on 29 May 2013 CULTURE, EXPAT, SELF EXPRESSION, TRAVEL
Getting by the Police Barricade

Another day, another demonstration! There was a great big one off in the distance. My heart sank as I drove up to my corner and saw a large police presence and ... Read more
Posted on 28 May 2013 CULTURE, EXPAT, SELF EXPRESSION, TRAVEL
FAQ: What Not to Do at Paris Farmers' Markets

Went to the marché, or farmers' market, this morning and got a little carried away on the flowers-- €49 later, I came home with some peonies, Easter lilies... Read more
Posted on 04 May 2013 CULTURE, EXPAT, SELF EXPRESSION, TRAVEL
Anomalies of French Life: Familiarity with the Arab World

Americans are not very familiar with Arabs and Muslims, on the whole, and tend to regard them as foreign and possibly threatening. But that is not the case in... Read more
Posted on 03 May 2013 EXPAT, SELF EXPRESSION, TRAVEL
The Armenian Demonstration

It's finally nice weather, and in Paris that means... demonstrations! This week, besides the usual daily manifs, we had big pro- and anti-gay marriage... Read more
Posted on 26 April 2013 EXPAT, TRAVEL
The American Hospital in Paris

Last weekend I visited someone I know at the American Hospital (they're fine). Did you know that the only hospital outside the U.S. that is fully certified to... Read more
Posted on 24 April 2013 CULTURE, EXPAT, SELF EXPRESSION, TRAVEL
Anomalies of French Life: Loving Jazz

For many years I've been reading about how jazz is dying. It seems to stay alive, but it's definitely not one of the top music genres in the U.S., even in the... Read more
Posted on 23 April 2013 CULTURE, EXPAT, SELF EXPRESSION, TRAVEL
The CRS Sympathize

This week there have been two big demonstrations in Paris pro- and anti-gay marriage, as the French Senate has passed a gay-marriage bill called "Mariage pour... Read more
Posted on 22 April 2013 CULTURE, EXPAT, SELF EXPRESSION, TRAVEL
Spring is Coming

A marronnier, or horse-chestnut tree. They line the streets of Paris. Today was a beautiful day in Paris, and in spite of some problems I have had a little... Read more
Posted on 18 April 2013 CULTURE, EXPAT, SELF EXPRESSION, TRAVEL
McDonald's in Paris

I never eat there, or at least not since C read Fast Food Nation, but I think McDonald's is a very well-run corporation compared to other fast-food places. Read more
Posted on 13 April 2013 CULTURE, EXPAT, SELF EXPRESSION, TRAVEL
Back Soon

A sign on the wall at the Parc des Princes, home of the Paris-Saint Germain football club and also stadium of French international rugby matches (which feature... Read more
Posted on 12 April 2013 CULTURE, EXPAT, SELF EXPRESSION, TRAVEL