Monthly Archives: September 2009

Any Elegant English Words in French ?

Are any of our more literary, elegant words used by the French? An observant student, Harrison, asked me that very good question today. The French use words like ‘sweatshirt,’ ‘prime time,’ ‘dealer,’  ‘people,’ and ‘glamour.’ Why not some of our … Continue reading

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The Hygienic Dangers of Paris !

A hysterical WSJ article about the dangers of Paris. Seems that the situation is worse in NY, but Eric, the student who sent it to me, is wondering about his upcoming trip to the city. I told him that it’s … Continue reading

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