The cancer of the world is spreading
As fleeting as February’s presence was, just before leaving, this Beauty sealed the fate of part of the world with her poisoned kiss.
As fleeting as February’s presence was, just before leaving, this Beauty sealed the fate of part of the world with her poisoned kiss.
Goodness, how time flies! Yes, to become complete caricatures, all we need now is a rocking chair on which to rock back and forth in feigned frenzy while we stand still, muttering through our dentures about how much better things used to be!
If flat-earthers are a laughable caricature because they firmly believe in the far-fetched theory that the Earth is as flat as a pancake, with unbreakable edges acting as an ice barrier preventing the oceans from overflowing, what can be said about the other theory that is emerging? The one where, within this same Earth, a strange multiverse is home to creatures of the same species with wildly different temporalities?
Since 25th of August, we’ve been hearing the echo of the big hooves of back-to-school, all too eager to trample on the end of our summer break. So August hasn’t even had time to say goodbye, and we’re already entering a new cycle?
To hell with the hustle and bustle of Paris, the hands on our dial are on Southern time. That’s right, where the schedule is aligned with summer farniente.
We’re entering one of the most eagerly-awaited eras of the year: the one when, on the whole, everyone is more… relaxed. Sunshine, festivals, terraces, fresh salads and granitas – it’s all happening at just the right time!
It’s fair to say that the journey this year has not been a smooth one. Every month in 2025 has had its share of anvil-like baggage.
The month of May often tells a story full of interludes. It begins with a
Friends of July, friends of August, the counters are finally at zero for everyone. September is back in full swing and you’ll be reminded of your duties. Sorry, that sounds too military. So we’re going to take the new school year in our stride.
Nothing goes right in the city of love!
The Parisian, already a grump by nature, faces this civilisation every day through some magical moments, but also some hardships: crowded public transport, indecisive daily weather and a packet of cigarettes that goes up every year!