Russia, vast country that is subject to so many fantasies and clichés. It remains relatively unknown despite its increasing openness to the world. Throughout its history, Russia has had to protect its large borders from countless invasions. It has had to provide for its population, using resources from inside its borders, and it has had to survive in extremely cold, harsh winters. All of these factors have combined to make Russians one of the most hardy and nationalistic...

Life is a challenge..........Meet it Life is a gift...................Accept it Life is an adventure.......Dare it Life is a sorrow.............Overcome it Life is a tragedy.............Face it Life is a duty.................Perform it Life is a game................Play it Life is a mystery............Unfold it Life is a song.................Sing it Life is an opportunity.....Take it Life is a journey.............Complete it Life is a promise............Fulfill it Life...

Sharing Paris with visiting friends means sampling local delicacies. After foie gras, wine and fresh croissants, it was time to try a few macaroons. With so many pastries and flavors to choose from, it's almost impossible to argue which is better than all the others. Sure some are always going to shine high above the others, but simply because they attract tourists and locals by storm, does not mean they are the best. At least, I've always been someone to be skeptical...

Nowadays, the advent of the information superhighway has made communication as simple as a click of a button. We are surrounded with a plethora of amenities that make our daily lives easier. These are good things. With our fast paced lives, however, we have seemed to have replaced quality with convenience. The French are no exception to this rule. Traditionally speaking, the French have always shopped for their food on a daily basis, choosing fresh ingredients for their...