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"Day 7 of La Grève and Everyone's Getting in on the Action," The Nervous Breakdown, November 20, 2007
Waiting at a stop light the other day, I saw a bus stop and begin letting people out even though there was no bus stop marked at that corner. A group of about 20 business people got off and began crossing the street in front of me. One by one they began to gain speed, until they were running en groupe to the other side of the street ... read more.

"Sometimes I Feel Like My Life in Paris is Like Being Stuck in a Comic Strip," The Nervous Breakdown, October 28, 2007
I was pulled over by the French police today. I suppose it was only a matter of time before it happened. Every time I see the police here I actually physically cringe because I'm so afraid of them. But this morning I didn't see them. I didn't know they were there ... read more.

"Californians Have Nothing On Parisian Drivers," The Nervous Breakdown, September 23, 2007
California is fairly notorious for having really aggressive drivers and a lot of traffic. But after three weeks of driving in Paris I have to say, Californians are sissy drivers by comparison. Our problem: we're too law-abiding ... read more.

"Introducing My Youngest Sister and the Tale of How She Survived Years of Being Stalked by Mormons," The Nervous Breakdown, July 30, 2007
There was a time when my little sister, Kati, and I were practically inseparable. Kati loved coming to my house because she got all of the attention. There weren't seven other kids battling for love and affection. Just her and me ... read more.

"How to Battle the Bulge in One Easy Step: A Fool-Proof Method," The Nervous Breakdown, June 28, 2007
Have you been feeling like there's no hope in finding a thinner you? Do you work out daily, but find that your pants are still fitting tight? Are you tired of eating rabbit food in an effort to feel better about yourself? If you answered yes to any of these questions, and even if you didn't, I have the answer for you ... read more.

"My Adventures In Trash, Part 1: How It All Began," The Nervous Breakdown, May 22, 2007
As I look through the glass window on the observation deck I count 26 workers sorting through discarded paper, plastic bottles, soda cans and wine bottles as they whiz by on a conveyor belt ... read more.

"Tips On Running a Marathon and an Interview With Olympic Medalist Marathon Runner Deena Kastor," The Nervous Breakdown, March 28, 2007
My first try as a runner was at a 5K back in October. I was passed by an 89-year-old speed-walker and an eight-year-old girl. Both finished long before my 38:15 time ... read more.

"Introducing Ideal Bite: Say Goodbye to Eco-Nazis and Hello to Green Lite," The Nervous Breakdown, March 19, 2007
For awhile I thought of myself as an environmentalist of sorts. I mean, I'm not some crazy hippie, living in a co-op, wearing only hemp clothing and eating nothing but vegetables from my own garden. But I do the basic save the Earth type stuff ... read more.