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Yearly Archives: 2005
Happily Ever After
This past weekend has been such a joy, the wedding of Jenny and Patrice ended up being much more than just a wedding. I felt like I was on vacation for the first time in a long time. Thins went … Continue reading
Chambèry Part 2
Today I got a text from Bobby describing some of the frustrations he is feeling now. It has been increasingly difficult for him since I left. He mentions some of his difficulties in his bloghttp://www.cousinbobby.blogspot.com. . I am sure that … Continue reading
First Day of School
I just had a lovely visit with Chantal and Ange. They drove from Genoa in Italy, through the Alps and over to Chambèry. It was wonderful to get to catch up since it has been a long time since I … Continue reading
Chambery
Today is my first full day in Chambery. I have been speaking more French in the past two days than I probably ever have in my life. I haven’t really tried speaking English yet but I don’t really want to, … Continue reading
Bienvenue à Paris!!
I arrived once again in Paris once again welcomed by the seething chaos of Charles De Gaulle airport. For such a sophisticated country, the inefficiency of this airport never ceases to amaze me. The baggage claim is only accessible on … Continue reading
C’est L’amour
Tomorrow I am on my way back to Paris and one step closer to getting back to the Philippines. I am looking forward to my time in France since it will be for my best friend Jenny’s wedding. She met … Continue reading
New York Blues
Finally my time here is coming to an end. I had been having problems with my family for several reasons. Firstly, over concern over the places where we plan to be in our near future; Syria for language classes. Secondly, … Continue reading
I’m in the money!!
Today I am officially rich! I have been selected as the recipient of the George T. Dorsch Scholarship from the History of Art Department from my former school the Fashion Institute of Technology. The award was intended for a student … Continue reading
The Homecoming-Long Island NY
It has been nearly a year since I have last been at my childhood home. I have called Kabankalan, Negros Occidental, Philippines home since last July. My finace Bobby had been assigned to this city by the US Peace Corps … Continue reading