The Secret Revealed: word for rip current or undertow in French

The photo Jean-Marc took of our daughter, before she momentarily disappeared. The illusion of calm attracts swimmers. However, when great waves diminish, they (swimmers) are taken far away from the beach. When they try to swim against the current, they tire, weaken, and end up drowning. (See French translation below).  Today's Word: contre-courant : ripcurrent, pull of tide, undertow Download MP3 or Wav L'illusion de calme attire les … Continue reading The Secret Revealed: word for rip current or undertow in French

Devoiler: The Secret My Husband Kept from me

Smokey's Excellent Vacation - We just returned from the Ile d'Oléron with all four–make that five!–members of our family. From a nightly game of Yam (Yahtzee) to regular forays to the ocean, we had a restful and memorable time together. See all the pictures right here. (And did you spot Mr. Sacks in the photo above?) MILLE MERCISThank you for your thoughful responses to the previous story, … Continue reading Devoiler: The Secret My Husband Kept from me