Category: An ex-pat in Belgium

A day in the palace – Versailles, France

Posted on February 16, 2012 by Globe Runner

We went to Versailles in September of 2011. The trip was just for a weekend. We have been to Paris before but never went on top of Eiffel Tower. So, Saturday evening we went up to Eiffel Tower and Sunday we spent the whole day wandering around Versailles Palace… Continue Reading “A day in the palace – Versailles, France”

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Category: An ex-pat in Belgium, Europe, TripsTags: Eiffel Tower, Europe, France, History, Louis XIV of France, Paris, Travel, Versaille, World Heritage Site

10 Fun Facts About Belgium

Posted on February 14, 2012 by Globe Runner

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Belgium is a tiny country in Europe compare to some other big ones like Spain, Italy, Germany, France, U.K. But despite it’s size, this place has many things to offer including waffles, chocolates, diamonds, french fries, and many more countless things. No wonder this country… Continue Reading “10 Fun Facts About Belgium”

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Category: An ex-pat in BelgiumTags: Belgian waffle, Belgium, Brussels, Chocolate, Culture, Europe, French fries, Royal Palace of Brussels, Travel

La Chandeleur – Happy Crêpe day

Posted on February 8, 2012 by Globe Runner

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Last week, February 2nd, was La Chandeleur or Candelmas day for French Catholics. It is a day to celebrate the presentation of Jesus to the temple 40 days after his birth (Christmas Day) and the purification of Virgin Mary after giving birth. This is… Continue Reading “La Chandeleur – Happy Crêpe day”

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Category: An ex-pat in Belgium, FoodTags: Belgium, Christmas, Crêpe, France, French language, Groundhog Day, Jesus, Presentation of Jesus at the Temple

Homesick for no reason

Posted on January 19, 2012 by Globe Runner

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Its been about 5 months since we moved to Belgium. At first I didn’t want to go back to the States, because I was just enjoying this life abroad too much. But after being here for few months now, I must admit I miss… Continue Reading “Homesick for no reason”