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Cultural Clustering

When living in America, I could never quite understand why Latinos and folks from other cultures tended to cluster together and wouldn’t adopt the local food, language and customs. Now, I UNDERSTAND (as I eat a Reese cup imported from … Continue reading

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Perspective and Passports!

Since arriving here last Fall, Londoners have referenced the low percentage of Americans with a passport in casual conversations with me numerous times. Since so many people use this line and are aware of the statistic, I sometimes wonder if … Continue reading

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Flu Bug Takes a Bite

11059 It’s been quite a week. When returning from Mallorca last weekend, G felt a slight tickle in his throat. This nagging tickle rapidly progressed into an overpowering wrath and by Wednesday he surrendered to seeing a doctor for diagnosis. … Continue reading

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Mallorcan Respite

11042 After returning from Virginia last weekend, I caught up on laundry and we packed again. This time for a joint respite in Mallorca.You may remember that we were planning to visit Croatia and Slovenia over break. However, while in … Continue reading

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We are Hokies

As most of you know, G and I are Hokies. We graduated in 2000 and, like most VT graduates, are very loyal to our alma mater. As luck would have it, we were in Mallorca when we learned of Monday’s … Continue reading

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Good News!

10650 I made it back safely to London following a great visit to Virginia AND I received a message from Euro RSCG on Friday–I got it! First, Virginia. Spring in the Blue Ridge is almost as beautiful as fall…I don’t … Continue reading

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Coming Home…

Six exams down. I finished exams yesterday and then went out with my classmates to celebrate. Now, let the fun begin! I leave tomorrow (Friday) afternoon for America…the land of the familiar and friendly. I can’t wait. I’ll spend the … Continue reading

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