We have finally hosted our second visitor! 
Rocky came to visit us here in Metz before going to a conference being held in Paris. Although Metz isn't a very exciting place Rocky came at a pretty exciting time. This was also a very good excuse for us to make the guest bedroom a more official guest bedroom. The blue futon is now in it's permanent home having been replaced by a dark grey one in our living room. It works very well because it fits perfectly in the space.
Rocky came to visit us here in Metz before going to a conference being held in Paris. Although Metz isn't a very exciting place Rocky came at a pretty exciting time. This was also a very good excuse for us to make the guest bedroom a more official guest bedroom. The blue futon is now in it's permanent home having been replaced by a dark grey one in our living room. It works very well because it fits perfectly in the space. Before we get to the exciting part... We took Rocky down to the technopole and gave him the grand tour of Georgia Tech Lorraine. Then, while I was giving an English lesson, David and Rocky worked in the PhD room - David on his research, Rocky on his presentation for the conference.
The weather was pretty warm while he was here (except for the time when there was a huge downpour of rain...at least he got to see what the weather is usually like in Metz).
The weather was pretty warm while he was here (except for the time when there was a huge downpour of rain...at least he got to see what the weather is usually like in Metz).Rocky also got to experience my cooking - helped a little too. Doesn't it look like he is having a lot of fun? :o)
Ok, so for the more exciting part. During his stay the TGV (fast train) to Metz finally started running...and this means celebrations. The city set up a huge stage right in front of the gare and both Friday and Saturday nights there were performers and entertainment of all sorts. We got to see an orchestra, electronic sliding trombone-like instruments, a video of how train travel has evolved, the French "American Idol" equivalent runner-up, and fireworks.
Since he was leaving on Sunday (the first day of the TGV actually running) he was able to take it for his return trip to Paris. BUT the night before he left he took us out to dinner. We went to a restaurant that we've never been to before, but definitely will be returning to. We all had delicious 'french style' meals followed by dessert at Top Ice Cream...the best ice cream place in all of Metz.We probably could have shared ONE of those desserts between the three of us, but we didn't realize that when we ordered :o) ...we usually only get cones.
That concludes our time with Rocky. It was nice having him come and bring a little feeling of home. Everyone is welcome!
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Great post! I'm glad you guys didn't do too much without me!
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