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Grocery Store Encounters, Smokey

French for “fighter, warrior, survivor” + Fate, Love, and Dogs: Our golden retriever is “un battant”

These are our dog’s parents. That’s “Sam” on the left and Breizh, right. They lived life to the fullest and are over the rainbow bridge now. We hope to keep their son, Smokey, on this side of that colorful arc-en-ciel for as long as possible. Read on, in today’s post. Today's Word: un battant     : fighter, warrior, survivor French Audio/Listening: Click the following link … Continue reading French for “fighter, warrior, survivor” + Fate, Love, and Dogs: Our golden retriever is “un battant”

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Gary and Tim’s truffle hunt and curious term for “mutt” in French

Friends Gary and Tim (who have shared stories here before) are back to recount an unforgettable chasse aux truffes with Christophe (left) and  his dog Cacahuète (Peanut).  La truffe would have been the word of the day but it was recently featured as one of the Hardest Words to Pronounce. So enjoy this new term, taken from Tim and Gary's story: "PORTE et FENETRE"     … Continue reading Gary and Tim’s truffle hunt and curious term for “mutt” in French

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Braise The Dog, Smokey

The 5 senses in French + Smokey’s Grief

Pictured: Sam and Breizh, in 2009. Smokey's parents met and eloped in Marseilles. It is the most amazing story ever. A miracle! Please read  "Chien Perdu" here. (But don't miss the update, below). l'ouïe (wee) noun, feminine    : hearingRelated Terms & Expressions:  l'ouï-dire = hearsay, rumor  avoir l'ouïe fine = to have sharp hearing  avoir l'ouïe un peu dure = to be hard of hearing  être tout ouïe = to be all ears  à portée … Continue reading The 5 senses in French + Smokey’s Grief

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