Tag Archives: christmas

Le Bain de Noël

Posted on December 22, 2024 by kmazz

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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Le Grinch

Posted on December 20, 2023 by kmazz

Here we are again. Another holiday season. Another year’s end. If I’m honest, I have to say that I have become a massive grinch around Christmas. I just don’t care for it. I was in Milan, Italy for some research … Continue reading →

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An Expat in Vancouver: Christmas

Posted on December 11, 2012 by kmazz

This is a pitilessly dark time of year, so it’s no wonder that people are driven to excess when it comes to Christmas lighting. Normally I cringe at the over-the-top decorations that suffocate more than adorn houses and the tacky, … Continue reading →

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