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Who else but the French?



Now some people I know will never leave their computers!

23 agosto - Santa Rosa da Lima

All Gaul!

Fifty years ago today the world was introduced to a little guy with blond hair, a big droopy moustache and horns. He, his best friend Obélix, Idefix the dog and the villagers of a small town in Armorica began outwitting Romans - amongst others - October 29, 1959.

I first encountered Astérix le petit Gaulois in French class and I can't imagine a better way to learn a language.


Joyeux anniversaire Astérix, Obélix et toutes le gang!

29 ottobre - Sant'Ermelinada

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It makes perfect sense to me!



12 ottobre - Nostra Signora del Pilar

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From the very popular French TV-series Kaamelott.



When I saw this I immediately thought of blog buddy Cowebell's first born - the Bohemian - and her love of Early Music. I have a feeling she may have met a few "authentisity" fanatics just like Pére Blaise. And I love the pun on pedal - the French slang equivalent of "faggot."

Thanks to my friend Cathy for sharing this one. And by the way Cathy Happy Retirement!

16 giugno - San Aureliano

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Its been a while since I checked in with my favorite Hippo Pat and his buddy Stan.



And another one because I love these two:



05 maggio Santa Irene

Le Sense de Ha Ha

Though my sense of humour is decidedly British, I've always enjoyed the very different idea of what makes for the hahas in France - however I will never accept the rather strange Gaelic conception that Jerry Lewis is a comedic genius!

The bright sparks over at C'est so paris! are launching this billboard and newspaper campaign to convince Londoners that Paris is the place to be. They've totally convinced me!

"The second ad uses offbeat wit and the Rugby World Cup to show the world that Paris is also the capital of humour. The Paris region will be hosting several World Cup matches, including the final at the Stade de France."

The Brits are probably getting a kick out of it but I'm not sure how "humourous" they'd find it in say... Calgary or Peoria!