Smeenk Grandparents’ visit to France: Part Deux (2) – Arc de Triomphe and Champs Elysees, Paris

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After Sacre Coeur, we picked up Grandpa from our hotel and made our way to the Arc de Triomphe via the Metro. We made our way underground to stand beneath the arch. There was a special memorial ceremony going on there. After, … Continue reading

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Smeenk Grandparents’ visit to France: Part 1 – Sacre Coeur, Paris

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Grandma and Grandpa are here for a 2 week visit! Brian’s parents arrived in France 4 days ago. They crossed the Atlantic to visit us. We were all so happy to see Grandma and Grandpa, because we sure missed them. … Continue reading

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Struggles in French School

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March 23, 2012 “Mommy, guess what?!”  My seven-year-old Lucy bounced through the door, greeting me home for lunch. “I said my poésie in front of the entire class today!”  She was glowing with pride. “Well, how did it go?” “My … Continue reading

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Why learn French?

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Many people have asked us why we chose French as a second language for our children instead of Spanish or Mandarin. As Canadian citizens, French was a natural choice. Canada’s official languages are English and French. Everything from food labels, … Continue reading

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Pont du Gard with the Ramble Crunch Gang

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You know when you meet someone, and you like them instantly? We experienced that exact feeling when we met the D’Antoni family for the first time. Mark and Renee, their 11-year-old daughter Scout, and their Jack Russell Terrier, Archie, make up Ramble … Continue reading

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