Patrick BlejwasThe Final Blog [15]: 5 Lessons That I Will Take With MeThere is literally no such thing as a language barrier — Well, I mean, there is such a thing as a language barrier, but its existence…Apr 30, 2023Apr 30, 2023
Patrick BlejwasBlog 13:I love mountains, Grenoble loves mountains, and everyone should love mountains. Mountains are super important in Grenoble society, the…Apr 28, 2023Apr 28, 2023
Patrick BlejwasBlog 12: City in SpringAs the days drag on and the weather gets warmer and warmer it’s been super interesting to see how the city changes. It’s not just the…Apr 28, 2023Apr 28, 2023
Patrick BlejwasBlog 11: Reflection aAs we approach the end of my stay in France I have had time to reflect on a lot of things. I have gotten to gauge my comfort with change…Apr 23, 2023Apr 23, 2023
Patrick BlejwasBlog 10: Seeing France Through My Girlfriend’s EyesI was so lucky to have my girlfriend visit me during my time abroad. It was her first time in Europe and she certainly took full advantage…Mar 26, 2023Mar 26, 2023
Patrick BlejwasBlog 9: Tourism Towns and English AnimosityThe third weekend of March was one of the best weekends I’ve had in France so far, as my friend Jack came to visit me from Madrid and we…Mar 24, 2023Mar 24, 2023
Patrick BlejwasBlog 8: Follow-Up on StrikesRecently, there have been significant strikes in France due to discontent with the current pension reform being spearheaded by President…Mar 22, 2023Mar 22, 2023
Patrick BlejwasBlog 7: StrikesIf there is one thing that has continually been able to define my trip thus far, it strikes. They happen every week, maybe even twice a…Mar 9, 2023Mar 9, 2023
Patrick BlejwasBlog 6: Ne Dress Down PasMy girlfriend is soon coming to France and one of the things she is most worried about is what she should wear. She doesn’t want to look…Mar 3, 2023Mar 3, 2023