Every country is number one at something. The Philippines is the number one country in terms of text messages (SMS) sent. The United States has the most serial killers. Greenland has the most land per person. The Czech Republic has the highest beer consumption per capita. I’ve been here for a month, and I…
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I was browsing through my company email inbox, and received yet another Czech message that I was about to ignore. It turned out that the latter half of the letter was in English, and it reminded me that I “only have 7 days to complete the course.” Stunned and worried, I was told that I had to complete exams…
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I need to manage my eating habits. This means: No dinner after 7 and red or white wine ONLY when going out to drink with the other trainees (absolutely no beer). Salads for lunch ONLY, though, when I think of it, my much adored “chicken salad” being served in my co-workers’ favorite eatery are covered…
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The World is My Book 