Yesterday was mayoral elections here in France. The mayor of Lyon, Grégory Doucet, was up for re-election (he was elected to his first term in 2020). His main opponent, Jean-Michel…
On Saturday, we enjoyed a picnic at the Parc de la Tête d'Or in Lyon. We traveled via the Vélo'v eBike service. We enjoyed our food, even if we had to fight off a couple of geese. We visited the free zoo featuring giraffes, as well as the botanical garden, which inspired future explorations.
Last weekend, we hiked Mont Thou, starting with a 15-20 minute bus ride to Saint-Fortunat. Despite encountering steep sections, the trail was enjoyable, with friendly passersby. We discovered ancient stone huts called "Cabornes" and relaxed in meadows.
French farmers are protesting the EU-Mercosur Partnership Agreement, which eliminates tariffs and imposes import quotas. While farmers oppose it, wine producers have mixed feelings, and environmentalists strongly object. The deal was paused by the EU parliament. In contrast, a far-right march in Lyon saw minimal public support and response from authorities.
I appear to have dissapeared from the internets for a good week and a half. Whoopsies. And I'm not sure if anybody noticed. Double whoopsies! Apparently this whole "getting married"…
I got my hair cut and colored today. This crappy picture doesn't do it justice, but my stylist was particularly inspired this time. It's a gorgeous shade of red. He…
I went and got props for the photobooth at my sister's wedding. And I think I found the best one. Oh yes. Snooki wig! Oh, sorry, "Guidette Wig." Right, iParty,…
Well, I survived the surgery with my gums (mostly) intact. It was a pleasant surprise that it wasn't as painful as I thought that it would be... at least until…
You know you're a supremely excellent Maid of Honor when... You get this photo in a batch of potential wedding slideshow photos from a family member and say to yourself,…
For those of you who were staying up late at night crying, worrying, gnashing your teeth wondering what the third floor of our house looks like... this is for you.…
Kristian and I went to a good friend from high school's wedding this past weekend. where I discovered that it's possible to dance with the boot on. Oh yeah. Lookin'…