I am on summer vacation. One of the only benefits of teaching. Sweet.

Heard from a friend I made in Paris recently and I am also reading Hemingway's "The Sun Also Rises, " needless to say: I miss Paris.

Read a great book on the French Revolution recently, it's called "Vive La Revolution" by Mark Steel. Steel is a British comedien and writer who has written probably the best book on European history I have ever read. Smart, Funny, and well-written. Highly recommened for anyone who wants to learn abouit history and have fun doing it.

Hope all is well.