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Sensible Shoes that Don't Look Sensible

8/28/2018

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We ladies of a certain age have some tricky decisions to make. We don’t want to look like Gramma, but we just don’t want some of the trendier styles these days. More than one millenial sales clerk has tried to get me into a jumpsuit, but I remember how hard it was to go to the bathroom in those in 1984. Nope. A chic French saleslady offered me a blouse with parallel ruffles up the front (the “prairie look”), but I told her I wore that in seventh grade and couldn’t go back.

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How to Eat in a Paris Restaurant

8/7/2018

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France has some subtle but substantial differences from the US in their service, so I’m here to make sure your dining experience in France goes smoothly. Let’s begin.

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Paris Cemeteries: Not Just for Dead People

8/3/2018

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Now that warm weather is here in Paris, it’s time to get out and enjoy the sunshine!

We all know that Paris’ parks are lovely, but they can get a bit crowded during the summer months. To find a quieter place, with shady paths, greenery, and even a bit of art and history, try visiting a Paris cemetery.

Squeamish? These cemeteries are spacious and welcoming, with nary a skeleton in sight.

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