It’s impressive that our Milky Way is 100,000 light years wide (a light year being 6-trillion miles), one of 200-300 galaxies in the universe, and that 90-billion humans have lived in the last 10,000 years. People are moved by the things of the heart, but facts can elicit emotions—and these translate existence into why I am moving to France.
France is the world’s 6th largest economy. And with about 80% of the landmass of Texas it’s by far the most visited nation on Earth. Each year, 82-million pilgrims arrive in the nation of 64-million citizens. What do they seek?
With borders on Andorra, Belgium, Germany, Italy, Luxembourg, Monaco, Spain, Switzerland and the Mediterranean, Atlantic, and the North Sea Straights of Dover/English Channel—France is set like a jewel at the heart of Europe. Even the tallest peak in Europe--Mont Blanc—stands in the French Alps like a beacon to her national glory.
With history that dates back to ancient Celtic, Greek and Roman eras—France has the #1 health care system, one of the highest longevity rates, as well as the #1 quality of life on the planet. Five-week vacations and shorter work hours than other nations allow French citizens to savor their legendary culture, food and wine where presentation is the ultimate art form.
The nation saved by 18-year old Joan of Arc is also personified officially by the Marianne. On the flag of Paris is the ship of Isis—Goddess of Magic, and on the Arc de Triomphe is her star.
France, as Audrey Hepburn said in one of her roles, is for “…changing your outlook. For throwing open the windows and letting in La Vie en Rose.” France is a Woman, and like the Milky Way, a realm of mystery, beauty, creativity, and light. And with a quality of heart often emptied from life and the world today: Magic.
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