Bonne fete Quebec
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I had the good fortune of visiting Quebec several years ago. I was warned before I went to keep my mouth shut. I was informed that they wouldn't appreciate my western Canadian ascent. I was in Quebec for three months. I did speak. I tried my best to speak French. All of my attempts were very well received. They tried to put me at ease by speaking English. Between the two languages we were able to communicate successfully. In fact, far from feeling prejudice I felt very welcomed. I recall roaming the streets of old Quebec city. I was charmed by its beauty and culture. Today I would like to add my voice to others in saying, "Bonne fete Quebec."
Read more: http://www.canada.com/montrealgazette/news/story.html?id=4e61710f-cfc9-4284-94db-9d4e46efe713
I had the good fortune of visiting Quebec several years ago. I was warned before I went to keep my mouth shut. I was informed that they wouldn't appreciate my western Canadian ascent. I was in Quebec for three months. I did speak. I tried my best to speak French. All of my attempts were very well received. They tried to put me at ease by speaking English. Between the two languages we were able to communicate successfully. In fact, far from feeling prejudice I felt very welcomed. I recall roaming the streets of old Quebec city. I was charmed by its beauty and culture. Today I would like to add my voice to others in saying, "Bonne fete Quebec."
Read more: http://www.canada.com/montrealgazette/news/story.html?id=4e61710f-cfc9-4284-94db-9d4e46efe713
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