Lisbon is a real charmer
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“Lisboa” in Pictures
A few moments from my little trip to Lisbon, colorful city of tile. The days were filled with steep hills, narrow streets, outdoor beer-drinking, sweet-smelling flowers, and buttery yellow light.
Just call me “sir.”
Receiving emails addressed to “Monsieur” will never get old. I am in fact a woman named Jillian (Jill). Both of these spellings are rather unusual and ambiguous in France, and apparently more masculine than feminine. I’ve met French people with whom I’d previously only communicated via email who have admitted to me, “I actually thought…
French Tact
The following is loosely translated from French: Me: So, what else do you want to ask your American penpals? 10-year old French student: Are you fat? Me: That’s not a very nice question- and it’s also a stereotype. French student: Write it, write it! Me: They’re going to think French students are very impolite. French…
Carry-On Packing Tips
It appears that some airlines have begun to redefine the term “hand luggage”…
How to Get Your Phone Stolen in London in 8 Easy Steps
It’s really so easy.
Melted!
Living in Europe threatens my already-tenuous cultural identity.
Weekend Wander: Turin
Turin is an elegant, manageable city full of life, both in and outdoors.
Cultural Tells
These mannerisms are like little poker tells – they would shout, “BONJOUUUUUUUR!” if I saw them outside of France.
Transient Local 