Blogging Anniversary - 10 years

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A while ago I checked when I did my first blog post, in order to celebrate with an anniversary post. Well, that day came and went without any reaction from me. Better late than never, so here a reminder of my very first blog post from 24 October 2012.  The book was New Finnish Grammar  by Diego Marani. Marani is an Italian novelist, translator and newspaper columnist. While working as a translator for the European Union he invented a language ‘Europanto’ which is a mixture of languages and based on the common practice of word-borrowing usage of many EU languages. It was a suitable book to start with, being a book about letters, languages and memories. With a beautiful prose, the novel went directly to my heart.  "One night at Trieste in September 1943 a seriously wounded soldier is found on the quay. The doctor, of a newly arrived German hospital ship, Pietri Friari gives the unconscious soldier medical assistance. His new patient has no documents or anything that can ide...
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Paris in July

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Paris in July, my favourite blogging event, hit me this year out of the blue. Normally, I think about it well in advance, planning what to do. Lately, I hardly had time to read all the blogs I am following and therefor I just realised yesterday that it has already started. It is once again hosted by Tamara at Thyme for Tea. Thank you for hosting Tamara. I know you are very busy for the time being.

So what will I do this year? Less ambitious than earlier years, due to my present schedule. I would like to write a few posts on our recent trip to Normandie. It was lovely and we travelled along the coast all the way down to St Malo. I would like to finish Nana by Emile Zola. I already started it last year, but never got around to finish it.

I actually bought a book a while ago, which I thought would be a good read for 'Paris in July'. It is a book called left Bank by Kate Muir. It is fictional but I am not able to figure out from the describing text at what time it takes place.

Listen to some French music, maybe finding out what is the most popular songs in France this year. Another option is watching a French film or TV-series. Maybe even fix a French dinner. Let's see what 'Paris in July' will bring.

Looking forward following your French goals for July.

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  1. Deb Nance at Readerbuzz4 July 2017 at 15:15

    I think that is an excellent plan. I hope to read a book each day (though most will probably be picture books) and make a French dinner and share some photos. I love Paris in July.

    http://readerbuzz.blogspot.com/2017/07/my-favorite-posts-from-past-about-france.html

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    1. Lisbeth 7 July 2017 at 15:00

      Sounds like a good variety. I don't think I can read a book a day, but a few connected to France will be fine with me. Bon appetit!

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  2. Mel u5 July 2017 at 01:13

    Paris in July is a great event. I look forward to your post. After you finish Nana, try the prequel, The Drinking Shop. It is hilarious

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    1. Lisbeth 7 July 2017 at 15:00

      Thank you for the tip. I will try it out. Maybe even have time to read it during July.

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  3. Nadia8 July 2017 at 16:42

    Sounds like a great plan to me. Enjoy Paris in July :)

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  4. Jeanie10 July 2017 at 03:45

    Lisbeth, Paris in July is one of my favorites, too. I'm so delighted you're participating and can't wait to hear more.

    And thanks for your lovely comment on my blog this week. I've been in the Land of Limited Internet and visiting time is at a premium but I'm trying to get caught up on blogs and comments!

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  5. Tamara15 July 2017 at 02:36

    Lisbeth, your Paris in July plans sound perfect. Im going to get into some music too.

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