Now, where were we?

Oh right, going places and seeing things! But first, it’s time to announce the 2026 theme of the year winner. … More

Oh dear god, we ate halusky—a dispatch from Bratislava

You may be saying, what? Halusky? Those who know it are saying, why? We’re saying, oof. Bryndzove halusky is the … More

Prague, man. It’s one of the poster children of over tourism and thus had been on my reluctant travel list. … More

The architecture of any long-settled place is the legacy of wars and conquests: who won and who lost; what got … More

It was the best of times, it was the wtf of times There are days when everything goes beautifully, swimmingly. … More

I figure anyone can learn a language*. Language is what humans do. Except that guy I met at a meetup … More

Hahahaha, it’s hot. Montpellier in summer is not for the fainthearted. We’d have left, but it’s been hot everywhere, plus … More

I’ve gotten a few emails lately from friends reminding me that I have a blog. Coucou! 👋 I’m still here, … More

All in, as in fully committed. It can also mean very tired, which is likewise apt. We’re applying for French … More

So, here I am and here we are. My intention upon our return to France, back in November: to write … More