Tag Archives: delivery

Why the hell did you move to France in the first place then?

June 9, 2010 langlaisaparis Leave a comment France

“I also miss my home comforts, such as white sliced bread, baked beans, jelly and ready meals.” *Edited upon reflection* Continue reading →

Baguette

February 18, 2010 langlaisaparis Leave a comment France, paris

I had a three hour time differential in which to await the delivery. Four hours later the Ikea lorry arrives, at least a battered grafitti covered wagon rolls up. “Mon francais est pas bien”, I state; nevertheless the driver continues to tell me a story that ends in “c’est bizarre” – “Oui”, I reply, “C’est un petit package pour moi?”, I quickly respond, forgetting all the right words for boxes and packages. “Oui Chef”, he says. Continue reading →