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Loading...Violet the Pilot in France is the second book in children’s series written by author Bettina Bathe. This adventure involves a hot air balloon trip in Provence, France. Proud Canadian author and commercial pilot, Bettina Bathe was certain to include a Canadian flag patch on her main character’s shoulder. However, Violet the pilot also embraces […]
(No Ratings Yet)Loading...“After we talked, I’ve spoken nothing but French to my one year old for close to seven weeks now. All of his new words are French, and from what I can tell he understands me completely.” Not even two months into her campaign to raise her two children speaking French as well as English, Sheilagh […]
(No Ratings Yet)Loading...Paternity Testing Regulation: Help or Hindrance? The French legislation has passed a law which prohibits testing for paternity without the involvement of the court system. Article 16-11 of the civil code states that in order for an individual to legally conduct a paternity test, he or she must first have a court-appointed lawyer assigned to […]
(1 votes, average: 1.00 out of 5)Loading...11. Buying land in France Any purchase of a French property covering more than a hectare (2.47 acres) has to be referred to the Soci
(No Ratings Yet)Loading...Want the latest news on the French property scene? Wondering what house prices are doing in the Languedoc? You’ve come to the right place. We’ve got hold of figures just released by the French National Estate Agents’ Association (FNAIM). If you’re thinking of investing in property in France, then it’s important you know which parts […]
(No Ratings Yet)Loading...French Creole architecture is one of the most prominent building styles of the Old South. This stately form is recognizable on homes of all sizes, and immediately evokes the South’s vibrant past. Although it is called “French” Creole, the style draws from a mix of other cultures, including Spanish, African, and Native American. The French […]
(No Ratings Yet)Loading...1. Why buy a place in France? Buying a French home is a major financial decision, so it’s important to be clear about your objectives. Are you looking to make an investment, or do you plan to relocate and work, set up a business, or even retire? If your purchase is a holiday home, will […]
(No Ratings Yet)Loading...Luxembourg is one of the smallest Western European countries (approximately 1,000 square miles in size) neighboring Belgium, France, and Germany. Its population today is under half a million people. Despite its size, it holds scenic beauty and a mixed culture and population from all three neighboring countries, as well as natives of Luxembourg, that most […]
(1 votes, average: 1.00 out of 5)Loading...The second Grand Slam tournament of the 2006 tennis season has arrived, as the French Open begins Sunday in Paris. The French Open is the crown jewel of the clay court season, and the top players in the world have gathered to test their skills and patience on the slow, red clay of Stade Roland […]
(No Ratings Yet)Loading...Poker Games on Mississippi Riverboats? Poker history traces several pedigrees and there is no real clue about its origin. The game was feverishly played on the riverboats cruising the mighty Mississippi in the 1800s. Today poker is played online and offline with big stakes to boot. Reports have it that the history of poker is […]
(No Ratings Yet)Loading...French women seem to enjoy breads, desserts, and wine, but then don’t gain the weight. American women, on the other hand, just think about snacking and magically put on ten pounds. In her bestselling book, French Women Don’t Get Fat : The Secret of Eating For Pleasure, Mirelle Guiliano reveals the secrets that French women […]
(No Ratings Yet)Loading...The Brussels Summit in June saw the new French President Nicolas Sarkozy succeeded in persuading the EU to drop its commitment to ‘free and undistorted competition’ from its reform treaty. Although Competition Commissioner Neelie Kroes argues this will have little impact upon Brussels’ tough stance against cartels, illegal subsidies and protectionism; many legal experts support […]
(1 votes, average: 5.00 out of 5)Loading...How many times have you heard someone say, “If I could do it all over again, I’d take better care of my health”? Or have you heard people say, “If I get rid of this disease, I’ll eat right and exercise more frequently”? Unfortunately, most people don’t receive that second chance. Most people do not […]
(No Ratings Yet)Loading...During the last thousand years, European Monarchs have ruled Europe and the world with an iron fist and by fear, compassion and hatred. As their wealth grew from the riches of newly conquered continents and lands, they began building some of the worlds greatest castles as a sign of their status and wealth, leaving behind […]
(No Ratings Yet)Loading...George Washington was the first president of the United States and considered one of the best. George Washington is a much-admired person in many respects. As the first president of the United States, he set the course upon which the current three-branch system of federal government is based. George Washington is perhaps the one person […]
(No Ratings Yet)Loading...The history of Craps dates back to a dice game called Hazard, which dates back to Bernard de Mandeville in New Orleans in 1813. Hazard is thought to be a descendant of Azzahr, meaning ‘the die’-a game played by Arabs. The game evolved as it traveled from the Arab countries to France and then England. […]
(1 votes, average: 4.00 out of 5)Loading...For many years there has been an argument in sports circles regarding the partaking in sexual activity prior to and leading up to a game, match or prize fight. I mean even in the movie Rocky 1 the Italian Stallion had to say “Yo Adrian no fooling around” the night before he met Apollo Creed […]
(No Ratings Yet)Loading...The word Baccarat is derived from the Italian word “baccara”, meaning zero, and refers to the zero value given to all of the face cards and tens. In Europe, the game of Baccarat remains one of the most popular casino games. The game of Baccarat is enjoyed by all social levels and can be found […]
(No Ratings Yet)Loading...Evidence of hypnotic-like phenomena appears in many ancient cultures. The writer of Genesis seems familiar with the anaesthetic power of hypnosis when he reports that God put Adam “into a deep sleep” to take his rib to form Eve. Other ancient records suggest hypnosis was used by the oracle at Delphi and in rites in […]
(1 votes, average: 5.00 out of 5)Loading...Learning another language today isn’t an impossible task any longer. Anyone can study and learn French anytime and anywhere they want. What it takes here though is genuine dedication to learn the language no matter how confusing and sometimes, difficult it could get. For beginners, you could learn straight from home. Don’t worry about not […]