Nancy, France

4 glorious days of pampering with the Quémener family in Nancy, France. They are our good friends that did a similar stint in Sydney. We have been looking forward to this for a long time. We are 60 days into our trip and need a break!!

And so.. What I learned about the French in 4 days.


The French are hospitable people. They take you to dinner. Cook fantastic meals and let you use their internet.



The French eat tremendous amounts of really good cheese (and wine). I now understand why the French ruefully shake their heads when discussing 'American' food and wine.



The French women are great cooks. Baking and cooking yet somehow mysteriously do not gain any weight.



The French go 350MPH on their trains. They also keep large dead bug collections on the front of their trains.



All French babies are happy and above average.



And finally. All French people eat brains. All the time. Breakfast, lunch and dinner. Like a zombie would.