The majority of today was preoccupied with class work and lectures. The most interesting lecture today was on the French labor system. Federal legislation strictly limits the number of hours the French can work.
Some of the highlights include:
-a strict 35 hour work week,
-5 weeks of PAID vacation,
-compulsory OVERTIME for those who work on Saturdays and Sundays,
-and at least one day off each week.
To add to this absurdity, it is nearly impossible to be fired in France and, according to our professor, it is becoming common for disgruntled employees to kidnap their bosses during strikes without any legal penalization.
The city of Angers (where I am living) hosted a number of musicians this evening to kick-off World Music Day. This is a day throughout many countries in which amateur musicians are encouraged to perform throughout the cities, towns, and villages. The majority of the artists gathered in downtown Angers. Nearly all genera's of music were represented which made for a great night out. We started our night at a creperie with our host dad. We dined on gallets and cidre before beginning our stroll throughout the streets. From dj's to blues bands, we saw it all. Our host dad parted ways with us around 10pm to put the little one to bed. We met up with the rest of our group and enjoyed a night out on the town.
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