Category Archives: expat

Sant’Antonio Abate

Three years ago I participated in a photo workshop in a part of Italy then unknown to me, Basilicata. I came away impressed. This January, I returned. Largely neglected by the Italian government for decades, the result is that some … Continue reading

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L’appart

Two months after the cast came off my wrist, I have about 40 percent use of the hand and a poor grip. But I can type a lot more easily. Not so much that I am going to waste my … Continue reading

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L’été Ecossais

Lazy day. I woke up late, noticed it was misty outside, and decided to stay in. We’ve had glorious sunny days for a few weeks, so it is a good time to stick to home and clear up a backlog … Continue reading

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Le Tournant Critique

Here is what is going on in France on Europe’s turning point. Well said. With subtitles.

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Le Bain de Noël

For however long, Nice has been the site of an annual Christmas jump in the Mediterranean Sea. Today was the first time I attended, as an observer. It was noisier than I had expected, with a DJ and announcer on … Continue reading

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