Author Archives: JJS

The day I discovered St. Patrick

Posted on March 17, 2025 by JJS

🇬🇧 and my photos on Amazon ☘ Growing up in France in the ’60s and ’70s, St. Patrick’s Day was as foreign to me as peanut butter and jelly sandwiches. It simply didn’t exist in my world. Even during my … Continue reading →

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The week that was 11-2025

Posted on March 16, 2025 by JJS

🇬🇧 A week of sneezes, seafood and subscriptions At the time of writing, I am feeling decidedly under the weather, battling a rather unpleasant cold. Given the times we live in, I should probably take a COVID test, but let’s … Continue reading →

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Pi Day

Posted on March 14, 2025 by JJS

🇬🇧 A slice of mathematical fun Every March 14th, mathematicians, geeks, and dessert enthusiasts unite for one of the most irrationally delightful days of the year—Pi Day! No, this isn’t about flaky crusts and sweet fillings (though, let’s be honest, … Continue reading →

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The art of digital decluttering

Posted on March 12, 2025 by JJS

🇬🇧 A cozy reflection Feeling slightly under the weather, I have no inclination for physical activity. So here I am, comfortably wrapped in my lounging wear, nestled on the sofa with a hot drink in hand, trying to untangle my … Continue reading →

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Boycotting with a twist

Posted on March 10, 2025 by JJS

🇬🇧 My two-decades quest for alternatives Ah, the good ol’ days of the early 2000s, when hair was big, jeans were baggy, and the world was blissfully unaware of the impending doom that came with a certain military operation in … Continue reading →

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The week that was 10-2025

Posted on March 9, 2025 by JJS

🇬🇧 A retired person’s delight (mostly) Ah, another week in the life of a happily retired individual. A week that was neither too adventurous nor entirely uneventful—just the right balance of leisure, technology-induced epiphanies, and the occasional humbling experience. Let’s … Continue reading →

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Europe at a crossroads

Posted on March 7, 2025 by JJS

Standing strong in a changing world Here’s a transcript of the French Senator Mr Malhuret’s excellent full speech earlier this week reflecting much of my own thoughts. Mr. President, Mr. Prime Minister, Ladies and Gentlemen Ministers, My dear colleagues, Europe … Continue reading →

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The joys of modern air travel

Posted on March 5, 2025 by JJS

🇬🇧 A tale of two travel authorisations Next month, I have the pleasure of transiting via Los Angeles (LAX) en route from Paris to the South Pacific. My stopover is a brief couple of hours—just long enough for the airline … Continue reading →

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Robots

Posted on March 2, 2025 by JJS

đŸ‡«đŸ‡· IA et dĂ©ja-vu technologique Une dissertation sans fin Quand j’étais au lycĂ©e – Ă  une Ă©poque oĂč les tĂ©lĂ©phones avaient des cadrans et oĂč l’ordinateur personnel relevait encore de la science-fiction – on nous demandait de disserter sur l’impact … Continue reading →

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Lost and found

Posted on March 1, 2025 by JJS

🇬🇧 The tale of my forgotten Mini Drone You know that feeling when you stumble upon something you completely forgot you owned? Like finding a 20€ bill in an old jacket, except in my case, it was a brand-new, untouched … Continue reading →

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