The Yellow Vests, Paris

There is always a protest in Paris. Many times while I was in capital something stopped because of industrial action. Protesting is a part of the culture, a counter balance to the power structure.  The Yellow Vest protest in Paris and throughout France is movement against a new gas tax from Macron.  I stood in …

Christmas Season in Paris!

When I am in the Paris, I cannot help but go into the department store to see what the theme will be for the season.It is always a pleasure to sit at one of the cafes in Glaeries Lafayette to look up at the Christmas Decorations under the dome. I waited for the light show, …

Check Me,,, Please!

Under certain circumstances,,,,, I could go,,, KABOOM!  The Paris today is not the Paris I remember the first time I visited the city. My then boyfriend was studying at the Sorbonne. How exciting! I arrived, threw the bags on the bed that took up 75% of the 22 sqm apartment then ran out to absorb …

A 60’s Style

I travelled to Dresden Germany, a historical city in Eastern Germany.  Luxury watch maker Glashutte Original has a boutique in centre.  Paying a visit I got to see the collection and play with one of my favourite pieces. Here is a hint: my eye travels to color, style, and anything retro 60’s style.  Stay Tuned …

The Up and Comers

The Shooting Stars is a European Project promoting up and coming talent in cinema. Each year 10 performers are chosen by film professionals for their work in media. European Shooting Stars at the Berlin International Film Festival 2018. Franz Rogowski from Germany Irakli Kvirikadze from Georgia Jonas Smulders from The Netherlands Matteo Simoni from Belgium …